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I have 2001 Audi A4 Quattro. I had this code P0403 Cylinder 4 misfire. I do not know what is the best way to fix this problem. If anyone had similar experience or know how to fix it, please advise.
Thanks;
Mark
16688/P0304/000772 - Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
Possible Causes
* Ignition system
* Fuel injectors
* Fuel pressure
* Running out of fuel
* EVAP canister purge valve
* Evaporative emission system
* Low compression
* Base engine problems
* Controle Module damaged
With an Audi, one would always suspect the coil pak.
As long as you have all the records you should be able to prove your case. You may also want to consider bringing it to another dealer to see what may happen as the one your dealing with seems pretty useless.
Good luck.
I am a troubled owner of a 2001 A4 AUDI 1.8T QUATTRO. I had my car worked on almost 4-5 times over the past two years on the "CHECK ENGINE" light issue. They first replaced like 100 parts in the engine. On my second visit, they found a problem with the Knocing Sensor and had it replaced. But still did not work. The third time they thought it was the ECU, had it replaced. Did'nt work. Finally, they replced the whole engine and installed a re-manufactured one. This was MARCH-APRIL last year. Things were fine until yesterday. The check engine light is back again. It was really cold the last couple of days and I can sense the Engine is idling very heavily at the start. The check light flashes till the idling is normal and stays put while driving. I have had enough of this. Any suggestions? I mean they worked for 2 yrs, replaced my engine and still this haunts me. I will be very pleased if I can hear any favourable remarks. Thanks guys.
In your case, the head damage may have been due to a defective part.
Was that part under warranty or was it just old?
If it was under warranty, I'd get a lawyer or at least threaten legal action.
I've noticed when travelling at high speed, I've noticed when turning the wheel to the right, a low pitch humming sound (fairly loud). I'mm thinking maybe a bearing has gone bad. I think it may be coming from the back, but it's hard to tell. Either way, does anyone have an estimate of what this repair should cost? It's a 2000 A4, 1.8 Liter.
Thanks
Chris
engine code:AWA
theres no setting mark on one of the cams
I have owned a lot of cars but never have they used oil. Has anyone had this issue or have thoughts on the situation?
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utahjake, contrary to what chelle4 is telling you, it sounds like your dealer is doing what they can to make you whole. Given the recent history of your car's troubles, it sounds like you're probably a candidate for a Lemon Law action (depending upon the rules in your state), however, if your dealer is still working in good faith to solve the issue, and has escalated it up to Audi corporate, I might be inclined to give them the benefit of the doubt and let them follow whatever next steps they have identified. You might also use your current troubles as a lever to get them to grant you an extended warranty (something that isn't at all unheard of in these instances).
Keep us posted on how you make out.
Best Regards,
Shipo
Best Regards,
Shipo
Last nite, I didn't pull my car far enough into the garage and the closing door hinge caught a small portion of my rear bumper, making a slight scratch (no paint loss) and an area about the size of a dime paint completely scratched off.
My car color is white and the paint-less area is now black.
Question is I know it'll probably cost 500 bucks to repaint the bumper because either they'll paint it or they'll have problems matching the color which means a new bumper.
Is it perfectly acceptable - visually - to purchase a paint pen over the net and touch-it-up in that manner???
It doesn't need to look perfect, unless making it anything other than perfect will make it look worse than it does now.
I think anything is better than a black blotch on a white bumper.
thanks
I have a 99 A4 V6 winter package. I bought it when it had 101k miles and now it's at 131k. I have spent close to $3 on maintenance so far, but then again I bought mine for about $7500, so it's not a bad deal. Unless you get a deal like I did, you may want to pass on Audi. Things I have done so far: T-belt, front suspension, valve cover gaskets (oil leaked on spark plug well, causing the misfire), replaced broken Exhaust recirc tubing, oil leaks.
Now smoking from the engine. The engine itself is burning 1-1/2 quarts per oil change (every 3k miles).
Sorry Audi owners but you know how it is... :sick:
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I bought a NEW car and expect a NEW car, not a rebuilt one. For the price I'm paying it should be a no brainer. I could have saved a lot of money buying a "lesser" car, but I mistaken thought Audi meant quality. :mad: Audi of America has been terrible to deal with, stringing me along, not returning calls, finally I got word today, that they want to waive 2 months payments for my inconvenience, and repair, but not replace the car, I said no way.
I've written to the president of Audi of America, the director of Customer relations, and even my state's newspaper's consumer advocate columnist.
Hopefully something good will come out of this, I love the car, and all I want is what I've paid for, a NEW car, in working order that is. I may contact my lawyer as well. Problem is I bought it out of state, and have to check that state's lemon laws if any.
I'd love to hear if you've had any recent luck resolving your problems.
I am now suing Audi. Like you, I bought a car I thought I could drive for 100,000 dependable miles. If I have to travel a long distance for work, I now rent a car. You should qualify under any state's lemon law since the car is so new. You should also qualify to have the car replaced. Go to a law firm that does this type of work on a regular basis because otherwise, your lawyer will have to stumble through and learn the process. You can search on the internet and find dozens of law firms that specialize in these type of cases. I am suing under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act and that federal law requires the automotive company to pay the attorneys' fees so you will not be responsible for fees, just possibly $200-400 in costs.
It is nice to know that Audi does NOT stand behind their product. I am definitely getting rid of this car ASAP. Good luck and let me know what happens. Let me know if you need any other info on finding a lawyer. :lemon:
Thank you for the response. I already sent out my letters yesterday, one to the exec VP, and one to the attention of the head of their customer service, I really don't expect much response from them, but you never know . . .
I contacted a friend who is a lawyer, as well as a service that specializes in Lemon Law, I'm going to hear both of them out, but I think this is probably the way to go.
This experience has really soured me on Audi, I really liked the car, but not if this is how you get treated with a major problem. I really thought they'd stand behind their product, boy was I wrong.
If I can't get into a new replacement vehicle, I want out of my lease. There are plenty of other great cars out there to choose from.
I stopped by the repairing dealership today to clean out my car, they had the entire front end disassembled as well as the engine stripped down to the block. Parts were strewn everywhere. I absolutely don't want it back now. the parts are still on back order, what a joke.
I wish you luck with your fight as well, have you made any progress with the lawsuit?
Wayne
I am even more shocked by your treatment by Audi when I see that you leased the car. I was told that if I was leasing my car, that Audi would have just switched it out but because I am purchasing it, their offer could only be the two car payments. Since you are under a lease, it is actually still their car. This makes your story even worse.
The process for the lawsuit is the firm sends a letter and all of the documents and the mediation/arbitration department reviews it and in most cases I am told, makes an offer to settle. If the offer isn't enough, then the lawsuit is filed. I'm told I'm about a week away from hearing any settlement offer.
I, too, enjoyed the car. But there are plenty of other cars out there that I'm sure I will enjoy driving.
Good luck!
Jake
On the otherhand, it's handling is great. But the car is for those who don't mind paying $$$ in a few thousand miles. Or maybe I'm one of the 'lucky' and got myself a lemon.
What am I gonna do now??? Im selling this pain in the .... and getting a Nissan 350Z. Good ol' asian import might last me a bit longer.
Thank you for listening, I feel much better now
Minor issue to report and wanted to see if anyone else has experienced it. I have an 06 A4 2.0T Quattro 6MT, with adaptive xenon headlights. When I turned on my car Friday night and was leaving dinner, I noticed the headlights were flicking on and off as I was backing out of my parking space. This was really prevelant when I was making a U-turn, keeping in mind the car was only running for about a minute and the temperature was about 50+ degrees. Anyone else experience this minor item? I have my lights set to Auto, so the lights are always setting themselves when the car turns on, so not sure if that is the problem.
Thanks,
Luke
I have an '06 2.0T as well that bought in 2005. I only started having a problem with the flickering headlights after some a-holes stole the adaptive headlights and fogs while I was in a wedding rehearsal. Warning: Stay away from Takoma Park, Maryland!!! The flickering was so sporadic that I couldn't nail down a consistent temperature or speed. It would definitely happen on hard accelerations and abrupt braking. Sometimes the headlamps would lockup--the "dip" warning light would come on as well. The dip light is yellow and looks like a headlight with its beams pointed downwards.
It turns out that the wiring harness was muffed up and frayed. Also, some of the other modules weren't working properly because they were damaged during the theft. The repair shop at MileOne didn't replace them when my car was in for repairs. Good job! Trust me, record the flickering with a video camera. That's what I did since Audi refused to believe me and warranty the repair unless they saw the flickering firsthand. Good luck proving that in broad daylight!!!!
I had to setup my Canon GL2 in manual mode (shutter speed and aperture set by me) mounted on my sturdy Bogen in the backseat to capture the flicker at night. Oh, DO NOT shut off your car if you start experiencing the problem; the car will reset itself and you might not get it to do it again. Murphy's Law is always against us.
I still have the "dip" light issue. Ah, can't win them all. I've gotta get a good extended warranty.
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