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Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2011, 07:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,016
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Already searched the archive, tech, etc - Lower control arm replacement procedure

I am replacing my driver side front lower control arm, the straight one that is connected to the sway bar link.

I know I need the special joint separator, will the Harbor Freight model work?
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Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2011, 07:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 978
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Like turbo510 said. Really bad wheel bearing...

Like turbo510 said. Really bad wheel bearing could also cause the wheel to seize, but the noise will likely be different from what you are describing.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-16-2011, 06:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,206
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Shaking when turning is also one of bad CV's...

Shaking when turning is also one of bad CV's sign. It just means it is really near the end of its life. It could decide to disintegrate while you are driving, leaving you stranded in the middle of...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,687
Posted By 4ever Quattro

OK, thanks. I would really want to avoid another...

OK, thanks. I would really want to avoid another alignment.

I found this video, and I am wondering if the 2nd inner tie rod in the video is definitely bad? The author seems to imply that if it...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2011, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,687
Posted By 4ever Quattro

How to tell if INNER tie rod joint needs to be replaced?

The outer tie rod joint of my car are worn, so I have those replaced.
My question is, how to tell if the INNER joint is also bad?
There is no play on the steering wheel, no noise, etc, but I don't...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-20-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 528
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Backing into snow is a baaaaad thing

Having a Quattro made me feel invincible in the snow, so when the snow accumulation hit >8in two weeks ago, I had no concern while driving.

While the Quattro never left me stranded, I did damage...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
03-28-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,047
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Mine is a 96, and you are prob. right, I may not...

Mine is a 96, and you are prob. right, I may not have needed to loosen the bottom bolt, but I wasn't sure if swinging the strut out would twist the control arm bushing too much. I did have to...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
03-28-2010, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,047
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Yeap, that's it. It worked exactly as you...

Yeap, that's it. It worked exactly as you described. Thanks.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,047
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Need help with upperl control arm replacement

I am replacing only the front upper link. Searched the archive and tech, it looked like I should only need to:

1. Remove pinch bolt
2. Remove the 3 strut mounting bolts
3. Loosen the lower...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
12-06-2009, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,397
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Help with oil leak

I found a leak on the passenger side, just above the coolant connectors, to the front of valve cover (see pictures). Car was on ramp, and had been off for a couple of hours when I saw the oil drip. ...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
12-06-2009, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,918
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Thanks. The top line was stuck, I had to pry it...

Thanks. The top line was stuck, I had to pry it (VERY carefully) using a screw driver. The bottom one was really easy.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-19-2009, 06:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,918
Posted By 4ever Quattro

How to disconnect transmission cooler lines from radiator

Replacing the radiator on myy 96 A4 auto tranny. I think everything should be smooth going, except for the tranny cooler lines. They are stuck in place. I took out the bolts, and tried to...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-25-2008, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,655
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Bwaaa!!!! my struggle with ABS is neverending

Thought I had it all fixed, now ABS is pumping when accelerating, but no ABS/Brake light, not even flashes. And yes, the lights are working during start up (ie, during the ECU selftest).

I did...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-24-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,654
Posted By 4ever Quattro

A/C core leak - will Quest super seal or stop...

A/C core leak - will Quest super seal or stop leak work to fix this? Thanks.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-23-2008, 08:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Re: If it's the 12v

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/26901/coolantsensor.jpg"></center><p>Hard to get to in 12v. Pic was taken looking down while standing on the right side of the car.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-15-2008, 05:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 432
Posted By 4ever Quattro

I hear what you are saying, but there is no fun...

I hear what you are saying, but there is no fun in that :)
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-15-2008, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 432
Posted By 4ever Quattro

A/C piping questionn, which one is the low side?

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/26901/refrigerant_pipes.jpg"></center><p>This is a '96, so there is no low-side charge valve. I am thinking of having a shop put an adaptor to...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
08-09-2008, 09:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,408
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Need to make sure about EGR valve

The thing pointed by the red line is EGR valve right?

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/26901/egr_valve.jpg">

I am missing the part below. I thought my exhaust developed a leak,...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-28-2008, 02:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 243
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Help with this ABS ECU harness - repost with better pic and close up

Please help. Where is this thing supposed to go? I suspect it is the culprit for my ABS code.

This is for the ABS ECU under the rear seats on older B5s.

Thanks.

<img...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-25-2008, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 282
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Help with this ABS ECU harness - where is this connector supposed to go?

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/26901/abs_connector.jpg"></center><p>This is for the units under the rear seat on older models of B5s.

Where is the connector in red circle...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-12-2008, 03:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 227
Posted By 4ever Quattro

ABS Pressure Warning Switch location

Anyone know the location of this thing? I need to replace it. Thanks.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-28-2007, 07:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 310
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Thanks. I was a little too gentle before. A...

Thanks. I was a little too gentle before. A little more force, and it's off.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
09-28-2007, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 282
Posted By 4ever Quattro

Thanks guys. Found the little bugger beneath the...

Thanks guys. Found the little bugger beneath the compressor, behind the oil cooler.
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