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Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-10-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 21,697
Posted By Pennac

1.8T AMB engine B6 - automatic to manual engine swap

I got my car back today and it sounds great. Lots of research later, my mechanic has installed the engine from the automatic car in my 6-speed manual transmission car. It came down to putting in a...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
02-04-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 21,697
Posted By Pennac

Please read JSChick's reply, posted same day as...

Please read JSChick's reply, posted same day as you. I believe he is correct. Also, I have seen some threads, DIY and bits and pieces of information that confirms that there is a configuration issue...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
02-04-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 21,697
Posted By Pennac

Thank you - I am no mechanic, but as to what you...

Thank you - I am no mechanic, but as to what you are saying, I believe you are on target. I have read that pilot bearings and the configuration down at the flywheel end are different, with pilot...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-21-2012, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 21,697
Posted By Pennac

Sorry for the delay - I had checked for a bit to...

Sorry for the delay - I had checked for a bit to see if someone replied - then I gave up. Thanks for taking the time. It has turned out to be a question of an engine coming from an automatic rather...
Forum: 1.8T Discussion
01-11-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 216,809
Posted By Pennac

PO420 code

I did not see your mileage in the postings, but this may apply...You may be covered under 8 years or 80,000 miles (EPA’s Federal Emissions Law of 1995)if your CAT failed. I don't know what recourse...
Forum: 1.8T Discussion
01-11-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By Pennac

Overheating

Same symptoms - car never overheated, just gauge went up to overheat point then returned to normal seconds later. Have you checked your anti-freeze level? I had a cracked head and was losing...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-09-2012, 04:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By Pennac

Followup with link

VW has information with the diagram and pics.
http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?5022811-A4-novice-need-advice-1.8T
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By Pennac

System Lean and Multiple misfires

I have a 2004 A4, 1.8T, at the time of repair close to about 190,000 miles. I have a little code reader and the same codes minus the oxygen sensor code came up. The running lean code was unusual. It...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,597
Posted By Pennac

Bad CAM Adjuster - car sounded like a washing machine

I have a 2004 A4, 1.8Tm with Manual Transmission. At about 168,000 miles, I developed a problem with the CAM adjuster. First noticed it at a toll booth, after having driven 75 miles, all highway, but...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 21,697
Posted By Pennac

2004 A4 1.8T engine swap - troubleshooting advice needed

I have a 2004 A4 Quattro, 1.8T AMB engine(VIN: WAULC68E74A.....). The car has 205,000 miles on it.
I needed an engine, so I viewed, then purchased a used engine from someone who sells parts from...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2012, 05:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 15,320
Posted By Pennac

Additional information: 2004 Audi A4 with AMB...

Additional information:
2004 Audi A4 with AMB engine - 5th VIN letter is C. The vehicle is a quatro, AWD.
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
01-07-2012, 05:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 15,320
Posted By Pennac

2004 A4 1.8T Engine Swap - auto to manual troubleshooting

I purchased a 1.8T engine to go into my 2004 Audi A4 - which is at a VW dealership. Original engine had 205,000 miles, was brought in for a head gasket issue - ultimately the engine was replaced. The...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-19-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 688
Posted By Pennac

Re: I made it 65,055 miles before

In response to your interest in what would happen as a result of badly fitting spark plugs. Also I have come up with an additional issue that needs addressing.

I have 64,000 miles on an Audi A4...
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