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#1797 of 2367 Re: help [Mr_Shiftright] by mercops

May 30, 2008 (11:42 am)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (May 30, 2008 8:35 am)
One item to look at. About 2 years ago, Audi sent out a notice to 2002 A-4 owners advising them that they would extend warranty on engines that developed or failed due to sludge issues. I remember receiving this item and unfortuneatly don't remember the bulletin number or any other info on it. This would be a good thing to look up as I think it extended the warranty an additional 5 years for coverage of this problem.
 
Good place to look is at Audi tech site at
 
http://www.audiforums.com/recalls-and-tsbs/make_AUDI/model_A4/year_2002/TSB.htm

#1798 of 2367 Re: help [mercops] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

May 30, 2008 (12:47 pm)

Replying to: mercops (May 30, 2008 11:42 am)
I searched your link and ALLDATA but didn't see anything like that.
 
 
But I did find mention of it here:
 
http://www.autosafety.org/article.php?scid=&did=948
 
Apparently you have to prove your case to get the warranty, so if you are buying used, that's not going to work in most cases.

#1799 of 2367 HELP!!!!!!!! by richuk

Jun 03, 2008 (8:15 pm)

HELP!!!!!!!... ok im wondering if any audi owners can help me with some problems with mine!!.... First all 4 Front speakers are crackling but when you turn the sound up it stops!!.... second, the traction control light comes on - then the glow plug warning light flashes, then the car goes into a "safe mode" (1500 rpm limited).. but this seems to slear itself after about 30 mins stopped its happened 5 times now in two months............ THEN!! theres an unusual "squeak" whenever i go over a speedbump, NO garage can fix it!!............ THEN!! theres my front o/s headlight im assumin its a loose connection but i just wanna moan!!.... LAST!!! theres my door, The bloody rattling window!........ i know im moaning but the traction control light issue is my main concern, i know its going to cost me a FORTUNE in audi to have it diagnosed, if anyone has had simular problems PLEASE PLEASE get intouch, (rc3982hotmail.com).... my summary is, LOVELY looking / driving / powerful car but dear god dont buy one unless its got one hell of a warrenty!! my car is 4 years old (52) with 52k on the clock and look at the problems, i had before this a vauxhall cavalier 15 years old 1.6 petrol 89k on when she got stolen... i NEVER opened the bonnet other than regular servicing... take advise, audis are lovely, but any problems NOT minor... thanks ya'll!! Richard Clayton (sheffield-England)

#1800 of 2367 Re: 2001 S4 Flasher replacement [audiman5] by suttlest

Jun 04, 2008 (6:08 am)

Replying to: audiman5 (May 06, 2008 2:46 pm)
Thanks to all for the great advice. I did have to buy a new flasher, $40, but I was able to replace it myself. For future reference here is what I ran into.
 
  The flasher is located within the emergency flasher on the center console. To remove the faceplate simply pry up one corner. There are six metal fastners that hold the faceplate to the console. Once you have the faceplate off use a flathead screwdriver to pry the flasher from the holder, actually this was very easy and I was concerned I might break something. Then you can simply unplug the old flasher and plug in the new one. The only challenge I had was that the six metal fastners that should be attached to the faceplate and snap to the center console all came loose. I had to super glue them back to the faceplate and then reattach it to the center console. So be aware that the little metal fastners, about the size of a staple but thicker, do slide off the center consol and should be glued to the faceplate. I will keep this blog open in case someone has any questions. I was concerned as to how to remove the faceplate without breaking it.
 
Thanks
Tim

#1801 of 2367 Re: Serious Engine Problem with 2007 A4 [utahjake] by utahjake

Jun 04, 2008 (6:32 pm)

Replying to: utahjake (Feb 14, 2008 9:13 am)
I thought those of you who read my original post in February 2008 regarding the serious engine problems with my 2007 A4 might like to hear the end of the story. After Audi offered to make a car payment of two to compensate me, I contacted a law firm that specializes in lemon law and the Magnuson Moss federal warranty law. They took the case. Mediation went on for a couple of months when finally, the mediator offered me exactly what I had requested in my letter to the VP of Audi - substitution of collateral. Audi took my A4 and I was able to choose a 2008 model up to my original msrp (any money over the msrp was my responsibility to pay) without paying taxes, destination charges or plate transfer fees. My loan stayed the same with only the VIN of the new car being substituted. I did have to pay Audi a mileage fee because of the 20,000 miles on my car when the problems began. Audi had to pay the majority of the attorneys' fees. I decided I did not want another A4, mainly because I could not replace by 3.2 with a 2008 without going over my msrp. So I now own a totally loaded 2008 A3 3.2 S line. I've had the A3 for two weeks now and really like it. It is everything the reviews said it was. I am still not sure if I will keep it after my experience with Audi as a corporation but at least now I have a car that has some value. So for those of you facing serious problems with your car, and not getting any satisfaction from Audi customer service, I definitely recommend letting an expert step in to handle the situation.

#1802 of 2367 Re: Serious Engine Problem with 2007 A4 [utahjake] by rascal99

Jun 05, 2008 (6:37 am)

Replying to: utahjake (Jun 04, 2008 6:32 pm)
I am glad everything turned out well for you. I think the A3 is a great car. If you really like it I would say keep it. You probably hate Audi right now; but, you are not proving anything to Audi if you get rid of it for spite. There are other car mfrs. that would have acted in the same manner believe it or not.
 
It is a shame an attorney and mediator had to get involved. I would have thought if you retained an attorney Audi would have gave in.

#1803 of 2367 Audi A4 flasher/indicator unit by catman0210

Jun 08, 2008 (6:38 am)

I had problems with the flasher unit/switch working intermittently. I took the switch out and stripped off the casing to look for broken circuit or anything obvious, and found that the unit worked if held at a certain position whilst still connected. I bent the terminals at the back just slightly and applied WD40 and it cured the problem. Cheaper that a switch! Could be worth a try.

#1804 of 2367 Re: windshield wiper problem [sandar] by amand

Jun 09, 2008 (9:11 pm)

Replying to: sandar (Jan 04, 2008 7:15 pm)
any progress on your issue. Mine did that and fianlly went out. checked the nossels and then the motor - everything seems to be fine. I believe it is the switch.. but have not opened this up yet.
 
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#1805 of 2367 Wiper stopped working by amand

Jun 09, 2008 (9:18 pm)

AUDI A4 - 02 Wiper slowed down then went out. Checked motor which is fine. Suspect switch - anyone with similar experience - pls help. AD

#1806 of 2367 Re: Wiper stopped working [amand] by asaidi

Jun 17, 2008 (6:18 pm)

Replying to: amand (Jun 09, 2008 9:18 pm)
i also have a audia4-02 with a similar problem...
my blades we not stopped completely, they were stuck and went back and forth a slight bit , they would stop and flicker a little again ...thought maybe it was the fuse but it wasn't...we put some wd40 in the wiper connection bolt(unsure of the technical name) and it started to works again
i went to the dealer and they said it is a common problem and the part would need replacement at about $ 450
hope this helps

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