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Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-02-2015, 11:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,808
Posted By jumpnofear

Farewell great car!

After over 14 years of joy together I parted with my 2001 S4 the other day. Ironically, I did not stop in time and hit the back of an Audi SQ5. Slow speed impact but enough braking to get my bumper...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-13-2011, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,425
Posted By jumpnofear

Valve cover gasket DIY question

I am about to go deeper into my stock 2001 S4 (146,000 miles)to replace both valve cover gaskets. While in there I will replace the spark plugs. Here are some questions for those who have done it...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-17-2011, 08:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 429
Posted By jumpnofear

So my wife ran her Forester into my S4...

...right afer I said "don't forget my car is in the driveway". She felt terrible and I went on with the process of getting the side fixed. I drove my car to a shop in NoVa without any dashlights on...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-23-2011, 04:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,206
Posted By jumpnofear

Jason - very helpful link, thanks. Of course all...

Jason - very helpful link, thanks. Of course all went well until the very last bolt was stuck then stripped by me. Off to get a replacement so if/when I can get it out I will not have to reuse it.
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-21-2011, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,206
Posted By jumpnofear

DIY brake job sequence

I'm about to do a complete pad/rotor/flush for the first time on my 2001 S4, Any advice on what to do first? My novice guess would be:
reset front calipers while the rotors are on for leverage...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-16-2011, 11:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,186
Posted By jumpnofear

Wow, that is my car just 63,000 miles younger. ...

Wow, that is my car just 63,000 miles younger. Same color, add ons & price. I bought it new and still love it. Still stock as well. Congrats.

I'm with Donromani, there should not be any warm...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-13-2010, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,456
Posted By jumpnofear

My 2001.5 is having AC issues as well. Different...

My 2001.5 is having AC issues as well. Different than yours but as folks are discussing it I'll ask -

Has anyone had success using Vag-Com as a means of diagnosing HVAC issues? I have put the...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-26-2010, 07:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 585
Posted By jumpnofear

More info - I can hear the noise of a door or...

More info - I can hear the noise of a door or gate moving somewhere in the dash behind the center vents. It cycles back and forth and even runs on a bit after I turn the system off entirely. Any...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-25-2010, 07:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By jumpnofear

My biggest fear would be what is not readily...

My biggest fear would be what is not readily known with a theft recovery. Imagine having an S4 that you do not care about at all. How hard would you drive it? Just the clutch wear alone for...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-21-2010, 11:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,098
Posted By jumpnofear

It is on Pickett near the skating rink between...

It is on Pickett near the skating rink between Little River turnpike and Lee Highway. website - http://www.wbmotorsinc.com/index.html
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-21-2010, 05:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 585
Posted By jumpnofear

Climate control issue - cold then hot then cold

It seemes as if the climate control is now correcting itself too early. While cooling it will cycle warm air every 40 seconds or so. This never used to happen. It is as if the gap where it would...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-21-2010, 05:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 551
Posted By jumpnofear

If it goes away when you steer it is most likely...

If it goes away when you steer it is most likely a rear wheel bearing. Also, if it keeps getting worse and more annoying like mine did. At least you asked the forum, I took mine in thinking that...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-20-2010, 05:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,098
Posted By jumpnofear

I had to get the evaporator done on mine and took...

I had to get the evaporator done on mine and took it to a very good independant shop in NoVa - WB Motors. I'm not sure if they are willing to work with customer brought parts but it is worth calling...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-17-2010, 07:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,228
Posted By jumpnofear

They are the same sensor - on the bottom of the...

They are the same sensor - on the bottom of the oil pan and you have to get the right replacement. I got the non-OEM one and had to remove and replace to get things right. Good luck
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-17-2010, 06:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 995
Posted By jumpnofear

I have all the same symptoms on my '01 with 130k....

I have all the same symptoms on my '01 with 130k. It seems like something drips onto an exhaust part while sitting overnight and when the car heats up it burns off. A bit of an oil smell once I...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
04-19-2010, 05:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 553
Posted By jumpnofear

All of the 45 lb ones seem to fit

I think you are lucky to have been able to put anything in the middle. I'm over 6' and have always had to have the seats behind the passsenger.

So far I have had no issue with Graco, Britax or...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
04-06-2010, 05:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,481
Posted By jumpnofear

That is a very accurate list! I am not sure if I...

That is a very accurate list! I am not sure if I am more validated by the number of those common items that I have experienced or scared by the ones I have not...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-22-2010, 06:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,139
Posted By jumpnofear

My last car had a leather shift knob (the rest...

My last car had a leather shift knob (the rest was vinyl and fabric) and a detailer used some chemical on it that caused the leather to do the same. I assume it is from using plastic cleaner on...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-05-2010, 11:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By jumpnofear

Drove it for awhile (approx 50 miles) and the...

Drove it for awhile (approx 50 miles) and the code cleared. Went right to the emissions testing station and passed. I forgot how nice it is to not have to look at the light all the time. Thanks...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-29-2009, 12:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By jumpnofear

CEL question

I just replaced bank 1 sensor 1 with the Bosch O2 sensor. It is the first code related repair I tackled myself. When does the CEL reset? Should it go off immediately if I did the work right or do...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2009, 06:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,491
Posted By jumpnofear

ESP on for driving w/ kids, off for fun in the...

ESP on for driving w/ kids, off for fun in the snow. I live in the mid-atlantic area = full gamut of weather. Zero Nero for Dec through March, summer tires for the rest of the year. Stopping is...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-18-2009, 06:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 676
Posted By jumpnofear

Thanks for the input

Looks like I have a new item on my Xmas list, wonder what will get dropped... Bummed that I missed the VAGCOM for sale cheap by the guy who sold is S4, I'll have to act quicker next time.
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-17-2009, 07:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 676
Posted By jumpnofear

My hat is off to those who DIY

<b>Background</b> - My S4 now has 125,000 miles on it. Early in its life I found a good local shop that I trusted and they have played a critical role in getting this far as well as allowing me to...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2009, 10:34 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,607
Posted By jumpnofear

Blah green auto Volvo 144 bought from my Mom -...

Blah green auto Volvo 144 bought from my Mom - blew the engine soon after
Ugly brown Mustang II - small engine, broken manual trans, returned to used car lot
Sister's gross beige Chevette auto -...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-06-2009, 07:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,396
Posted By jumpnofear

So sorry to hear your story on many fronts

I'm in NoVa as well with almost the same car - bought new, babied, Mobil 1, etc. and to hear that yours was stolen just sucks. I agree w. donromani's post though - 2 weeks can not undo all the TLC...
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