...that reminds of the old Quantums. These where some of the first VAG cars with in-tank pumps. VAG saved a nickle on a cheaper clamp, and often the hose would blow off the pump. The pump would continue to run happily, just circulating fuel in the tank. Customers were always very happy to pay tow bill and two hours labor to have a 50 cent clamp replaced.

"If it ain't broke, fix it 'till it is!"
Funny, I was just thinking about the age of the pump in the A6 last weekend. I hope you were low on gas.

4Driver4

"Never give up the throttle until the bitter end." -RC

1990 Coupe Q
1999 A6 Sedan Q 2.8
2000 A4 Avant Q 2.8
1995 Mazda Miata: the anti-Audi
1999 Chevy Suburban: the anti-earth :-(
1990 Nissan Pickup: Snow plow/garbage hauler