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09-15-2011, 03:30 AM
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Posted By Ben2

Try calling force5auto.com, they're in NH

Try calling force5auto.com, they're in NH
08-27-2011, 05:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,043
Posted By Ben2

Here's the post: ...

Here's the post:

http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/6211.phtml

The strap is just a regular wire with a connector on each end to fit. You could use a wire with an alligator clip on each...
08-27-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,677
Posted By Ben2

I'm in the same boat. Your car must've had the...

I'm in the same boat. Your car must've had the factory car phone so the antenna port is 5mm instead of 4mm (IIRC). I replaced it once 7 years ago with a junkyard replacement which is now pretty much...
08-18-2011, 06:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,043
Posted By Ben2

Try blinking-out any stored DTCs. Not all trouble...

Try blinking-out any stored DTCs. Not all trouble codes will trigger the check engine light, but they might give you an idea of what's happening. Instructions are in the FAQ.
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08-16-2011, 04:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,043
Posted By Ben2

Does your check engine light work when you first...

Does your check engine light work when you first turn the key? I've had cars where it burnt out and I never noticed.
07-27-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,505
Posted By Ben2

You can get R12 on ebay, but it's on the...

You can get R12 on ebay, but it's on the expensive side.

Get a UV dye injector kit with the blacklight, goggles, die injector, etc (like $50-75), and recharge it, then inject the dye. Drive the...
06-27-2011, 07:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,683
Posted By Ben2

No, only DTC codes, you need the vag-com ($10 on...

No, only DTC codes, you need the vag-com ($10 on ebay) for transmission codes
05-30-2011, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,143
Posted By Ben2

A bad ignition switch (very very common) can...

A bad ignition switch (very very common) can cause radiator fans to suddenly fail. Check the QW FAQ: http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
05-26-2011, 05:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,141
Posted By Ben2

Check the QW FAQ, there's a $150 radiator out...

Check the QW FAQ, there's a $150 radiator out there that's supposed to be like OEM. http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
05-18-2011, 04:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,966
Posted By Ben2

Get your radio code, then disconnect the battery...

Get your radio code, then disconnect the battery for a few hours. It'll relearn the shift points based on your driving habits.

If that doesn't work, you can try getting a VAG cable and pulling...
05-15-2011, 03:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,612
Posted By Ben2

You have a C3, this is the C4 forum, you'll get...

You have a C3, this is the C4 forum, you'll get better luck on the C3 forum: http://forums.quattroworld.com/v8/
05-10-2011, 04:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By Ben2

It could be your ignition switch. When they...

It could be your ignition switch. When they break, they cause random electrical problems. Instructions are in the FAQ: http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
05-09-2011, 03:48 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 50,563
Posted By Ben2

It's in the FAQ:...

It's in the FAQ: http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml

You need some special holding tools to align everything while you swap the belt. Make sure you do the thermostat and the...
05-06-2011, 09:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,361
Posted By Ben2

Email chris @ force5auto,com

Email chris @ force5auto,com
05-03-2011, 03:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,516
Posted By Ben2

You want to test the two that connect to the pump...

You want to test the two that connect to the pump itself. There are a couple others for the gas gauge that you don't want to mess with.
04-30-2011, 03:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,516
Posted By Ben2

The procedure is in the FAQ: ...

The procedure is in the FAQ:

http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml

Before I bought a pump, I'd use a multimeter to make sure it's getting power. Have someone turn the key while you...
04-09-2011, 06:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,755
Posted By Ben2

Almost definitely this plug at the top of your...

Almost definitely this plug at the top of your tank:

http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/1793.phtml
04-07-2011, 05:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,551
Posted By Ben2

Post a picture on QW, it'll be identified quickly.

Post a picture on QW, it'll be identified quickly.
04-07-2011, 05:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,479
Posted By Ben2

Could be either of those or a cracked head, or...

Could be either of those or a cracked head, or cracked block. If it were my I'd put thicker weight oil in it and drive it checking the oil frequently until the blue smoke becomes intolerably bad...
04-06-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,159
Posted By Ben2

Probably need a new ingition switch, check the...

Probably need a new ingition switch, check the FAQ http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
03-29-2011, 03:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,041
Posted By Ben2

http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml

http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
03-29-2011, 03:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,826
Posted By Ben2

You probably need a new ignition switch, the...

You probably need a new ignition switch, the procedure is in the FAQ: http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml
03-27-2011, 03:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,679
Posted By Ben2

There's a couple writeups in the QW FAQ:...

There's a couple writeups in the QW FAQ: http://forums.quattroworld.com/a6100/msgs/3.phtml

Make sure to also replace your blower motor or you'll be repeating it when that goes bad.
03-25-2011, 04:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,228
Posted By Ben2

The alarm horn is in the left rear fender. It...

The alarm horn is in the left rear fender. It connects to the alarm/keyless entry box under the back seat.
03-20-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,161
Posted By Ben2

Sounds like a nice car and a decent deal. ...

Sounds like a nice car and a decent deal.

The first thing you want to tackle is the timing belt service (TB plus tensioner, water pump, thermostat, etc). If you don't know when it was last done or...
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