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Re: ck engine light [toolshed1]
by Mr_Shiftright HOST
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Mar 24, 2008 (7:34 am)
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Replying to: toolshed1 (Mar 23, 2008 11:50 am)
what's the P code say?
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- #1763 of 2138
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Re: Car does not start [audiman5]
by wolfsport
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Mar 24, 2008 (6:16 pm)
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Replying to: audiman5 (Mar 23, 2008 9:30 am)
Cold start valve was the culprit on my older Audi. 
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- #1764 of 2138
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Re: Gasket leak cost [shipo]
by tremere
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Mar 25, 2008 (9:38 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Mar 23, 2008 6:18 pm)
Ok, she got the car looked at and they said that the main oil leak was from the cam seal and the valve cover gaskets. Additionally, they've suggested a few items that need repair:
SERP belt
valve cover gaskets
cam seal x4
timing belt
water pump
tensioners
Total cost of $1800 plus tax. Does that sound reasonable?
The water pump, timing belt, tensioners, etc don't need immediate attention, but they suggested that since they're already working on the engine, might as well take care of the other stuff.
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- #1765 of 2138
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Re: Gasket leak cost [tremere]
by shipo
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Mar 25, 2008 (9:50 am)
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Replying to: tremere (Mar 25, 2008 9:38 am)
Hmmm, $1,800 for all of that work? Yeah, I suppose it isn't too bad. That said, I'd find a good independent German car mechanic and get a second opinion and quote. I'm thinking that you can get all of that work done for nearer the 1K mark versus the 2K price tag that you're now looking at.
In addition, I'm very curious why they think the cam seals are shot.
Best Regards,
Shipo
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- #1766 of 2138
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Re: Gasket leak cost [tremere]
by audiman5
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Mar 25, 2008 (9:55 am)
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Replying to: tremere (Mar 25, 2008 9:38 am)
My 99 A4 had "similar" leaks so I changed the valve cover gaskets, but did not stop oil drainage. It turns out, a metalic tube had a broken weld and was leaking the oil.
You may want to ascertain exactly where the leak is occuring "seeing for yourself" before investing in the fix.
Just a thought....
d
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- #1767 of 2138
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Re: failed steering rack? [audianon]
by mercops
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Mar 26, 2008 (3:28 pm)
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Replying to: audianon (Jan 13, 2008 8:57 pm)
Sounds like the same problem that I am experiencing. 2002 Audi A4 Quattro with 53,000 miles. Power steering fluid has been coming up almost empty between servicings and I have also reported it during serving at dealer. Told repeatedly no leak found. Recently, I noticed a large puddle of fluid on the on the ground on the passenger side of the car after a very cold morning. I checked under the car and a large amount of fluid was dripping from the undercarriage on the passenger side near the suspension arm. I pulled it into my home garage and took the lower plastic deflector pan off. The pan had approximately 1/2 pint of fluid accumulated in the valley of the pan. It appears that the power steering seal at the end of the steering rack has let go and the dust boot that covers the end of the rack and the seal apparently ruptured. I am very concerned that this problem could possibly lead to a fire as the fluid leaks on to the exhaust and subsequently poses a hazard that should be addressed by Audi. I have not contacted Audi to determine if they have a repeated problem with this. I have checked the Audi Recall and Technical Service Bulletins (http://www.audiforums.com/recalls-and-tsbs/make_AUDI/model_A4/year_2002/TSB.htm- ) but do not find one listed for this problem. If anyone else is having the same problem, please let the rest of us know. I understand that the seals are not field replacable and the rack must be pulled and replaced at a cost of $400+ for a rebuilt rack and $800 for labor. Ouch!!
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- #1768 of 2138
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Gas Grade help?
by carmaster1
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Apr 01, 2008 (5:51 am)
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I need help with as to what grade of gas to use on 2008 A4 2.0T. The dealer told me to use the premium. Manual recommends premium, but also states the minimum requirement is 87 octane. With expected gas prices  $4/gal. this summer, can I use regular fuel on this vehicle without damaging any engine components? Please help...
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- #1769 of 2138
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Re: Gas Grade help? [carmaster1]
by shipo
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Apr 01, 2008 (5:58 am)
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Replying to: carmaster1 (Apr 01, 2008 5:51 am)
First the good news, yes, you can use Regular without damaging your engine. Then the better news, if you use Premium gasoline, you'll get better fuel mileage (more than enough to offset the extra cost of Premium) and have more power on tap at any given moment.
So, the question is, while you can use Regular, why would you want to? It's kind of one of those "fool's economy" things, while any given tank will cost less with Regular, your fuel costs per mile will actually be higher.
Best Regards,
Shipo
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Re: failed steering rack? [mercops]
by kimberlein
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Apr 03, 2008 (7:10 am)
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Replying to: mercops (Mar 26, 2008 3:28 pm)
I have the same steering rack problem on my 2002 A4 Quattro with 63,000. Every couple of months for the about the last 6 months, power steering fluid has been low enough to cause a bad sound while steering. Yesterday, my regular mechanic said the only thing he could find was dampness on the right side of the steering column and he thought it was probably a problem with the steering rack. He recommended I take it to the dealer. I'm guessing they'll tell me the seal at the end of the steering rack is bad. Ugh.
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- #1771 of 2138
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'08 a4 grille
by daveg518
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Apr 04, 2008 (5:10 am)
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i bumped into the back of another car yesterday and the grille has a tiny bit of damage..it is a little bit loose and one of the chrome pieces came out (i pushed it back in)..how much would it cost to get replaced? You wouldn't even know i got in an accident unless i told you...
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