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Sedans Audi A4 2009 Audi A4
337 messages, Last post on Nov 20, 2009 at 2:22 PM
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Replying to: fglamser (Aug 23, 2009 1:17 pm) They both have, however, excellent brakes. I bought an unlimited car wash pass and I wash the car (which power sprays the wheels) regularly. We ended up putting Kleen Wheels on the Bimmer -- wish they were offered for the Audi. And, no, we have had NO adverse effects from the Kleen wheels, they are ventilated. Now, perhaps, were we to track these cars, the Kleen Wheels would be an issue -- but, for me, Kleen Wheels are the best way to go. |
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Does anybody have problem bringing the car to a slow smooth stop without jerking your head back and forth? The braking problem is worst in stop and go traffic. I brought my complaint to the dealer. The dealer's service supervisor test drove my car for almost half an hour and could not bring the car to a smooth stop without spilling the coffee or yanking your head back and forth. Most surprising to me was how the dealer viewed this problem. The dealer said the jerking problem is normal as A4 has a strong brake that makes smooth stopping impossible. In fact the service supervisor told me he had driven Audi for many many years and was never able to bring the car to a smooth stop. He said Audi is not designed to be driven like a taxi or limo. It is designed for people who wanted to stop in hurry and don't mind head jerks or yanks. I found their explanation unbelievably unprofessional as if there is a giant cover-up for possible systemic brake design problems and wanted to avoid recalls. I wish to find know if any one on the forum has similar problems? Or am I crazy in trying to drive a German car like a normal American car? I am truly baffled by this simply and yet very annoying problem of my 2009 A4.
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Replying to: nano8 (Sep 25, 2009 6:39 am) |
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Replying to: nano8 (Sep 25, 2009 6:39 am) im driving 2009 A4 quattro and have no problems stopping smoothly. why dont you test drive any other A4 at the dealership and see if it handles any better? at least you'll know if the problem is with a car (and your dealer too in this case) or your foot is too heavy. |
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i had my heart set on the a-4 until the dealer sold both of my 2 choices out from under me, no chance of a deposit---salesman dragged his feet, now claims he's getting my '09 from across the country. there is no audi dealership closer than 75 miles--this worries me. after reading the many posts, and the problems experienced, red lights are going on----would i be better off buying a car that i can have serviced locally? i'm getting bad vibes on my dream car---- [my 2007 honda accord has has no problems at all, and i'm considering their most expensive model instead of the audi] i need some advice quickly! |
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I wouldn't be concerned about being 75 miles from a dealer. That would be true of many brands like Mercedes, BMW, VW and Audi. Service is infrequent. My Audi dealer is 90 miles away and my BMW motorcycle dealer is 150 miles away. I would be concerned about a car coming from very far away because of how it might be driven to get it to you. I like to baby a new car, although I know that some people say to drive it like you stole it to seat the rings. In 5,000 I have had no service issues with my A4.
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Replying to: fglamser (Sep 26, 2009 5:45 am) they keep changing cars that are available---audi needs to have a dealership in savannah---keep these guys on their toes when there's competition. so long, audi....for now 
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Replying to: mommaroo1 (Sep 27, 2009 8:18 pm) |
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Just try to know if this plan worth the price of $740. The MSRP of the audi care plan for new A4 is $740 and it will cover "Any scheduled maintenances not completed within 5 years from the original in-service date are excluded". |
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Replying to: kduda1 (Jun 19, 2009 8:45 am) 60 08 33 2019731/1 December 23, 2008 Affected Vehicles 60 Buffeting noise in cabin Condition Rhythmic pressure wave or buffeting noise is heard in cabin with the sunroof open to the comfort position and a road speed range of 35 mph to 45 mph . Technical Background Figure 1 The shape of the sunroof wind deflector may make this symptom occur within this speed range. Production Solution None. Service Figure 2 An effective solution is to replace the current wind deflector with wind deflector 8D9 877 651 A. Warranty All warranty claims submitted for payment must be in accordance with the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual. Claims are subject to review or audit by Audi Warranty. Required Parts and Tools Additional Information All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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