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Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
07-17-2011, 07:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,392
Posted By dorsal900

I have successfully used two Bosch 13275 sensors...

I have successfully used two Bosch 13275 sensors for the rear positions on my 1996 A4 V6. These are 4-wire Bosch sensors with black, grey and two white wires designed for mid-1990s Chryslers; have...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
07-15-2011, 07:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 15,157
Posted By dorsal900

Beware of buying parts based on looks alone

I have a post on the A4 forum from years ago when I bought some "imported" (Chinese?) tie rod ends from an ebay supplier. They looked great, larger ball and socket than OEM, etc. While great...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
06-12-2011, 07:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,011
Posted By dorsal900

I would not necessarily replace both sides,...

I would not necessarily replace both sides, despite the "common knowledge" of doing so - this is a pretty labor-intensive job. The rear wheel bearings on these cars are undersized, I have replaced...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-23-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,759
Posted By dorsal900

The only mods to increase power short of a...

The only mods to increase power short of a supercharger are enhancements to the flow of the restrictive intake. A "free" mod is to remove the restrictive screen in the MAF sensor, after that you can...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-19-2010, 04:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,759
Posted By dorsal900

Agreed on the benefits of an additional driving...

Agreed on the benefits of an additional driving course; at a minimum, Tire Rack offeres a "Street Survivor" course at various locations designed for new/recent drivers. After you get some additional...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-17-2010, 06:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,748
Posted By dorsal900

Take another look. Note that all four of the...

Take another look. Note that all four of the servos are different, in that they each have a different colored arm. Servo 1 has a "natural" (off white) arm. On my 1996 car, this controlls the...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-17-2010, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,209
Posted By dorsal900

Well, if the bolt head is already off, why can't...

Well, if the bolt head is already off, why can't you pull it out the other way using the nut to spin the bolt's shaft? You have to pull the upper shock mount in any case, so it should be fairly...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-16-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,748
Posted By dorsal900

I was able to remove and replace Servo 1 by...

I was able to remove and replace Servo 1 by removing the glove box door and the right plastic side of the center console - no removal of the vent tube or metal parts were needed. To remove the three...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-16-2010, 07:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,209
Posted By dorsal900

I assume that you broke the notorious "pinch...

I assume that you broke the notorious "pinch bolt" that holds both upper control arms to the front suspension upright. Unfortunately, this is an all-too-common occurance. First of all, spray the...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-16-2010, 08:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By dorsal900

OK, I'll try to help. If the shadetree mechanic...

OK, I'll try to help. If the shadetree mechanic is really a "dumbass" (or doesn't understand these cars), it's entirely possible that he is misdiagnosing the issue.

1. How did he make the...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-16-2010, 04:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,195
Posted By dorsal900

Do a search for "dead pixels" and you may change...

Do a search for "dead pixels" and you may change your mind about changing the clusters. The clusters with alphanumeric LCD displays deteriorate and lose part of the display after a few years,...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-15-2010, 03:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By dorsal900

Too busy to change the oil as well? The...

Too busy to change the oil as well? The resulting sludge might explain the low oil pressure your mechanic saw - or he might be telling you something else, like not to put additional money into this...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-14-2010, 09:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By dorsal900

See my question #2 above on the oil pressure...

See my question #2 above on the oil pressure issue - same idea. Quite frankly, I am not going to post anything more unless newbiechica (1 and only 1 post) comes back with some additional info.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-12-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By dorsal900

Oh, it's an automatic (I have a manual)! So...

Oh, it's an automatic (I have a manual)! So that's what TCM is!

Before jumping to conclusions about the automatic transmission, know that having the trnsmission fluid filled to the proper level...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-12-2010, 07:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By dorsal900

1. I don't know what TCM is - Traction Control...

1. I don't know what TCM is - Traction Control Module? My 1996 car doesn't have this "feature"/headache.

2. Why do you think that you have low oil pressure, and why did someone tell you that...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-10-2010, 06:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,314
Posted By dorsal900

Is your car a 12-Valve or 30-Valve V6? If a 12V,...

Is your car a 12-Valve or 30-Valve V6? If a 12V, a former poster here named Mance did a lot of actual flow measurements and found that the stock paper air filter (fairly large size) allows more air...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-10-2010, 04:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,633
Posted By dorsal900

The joint between inner and outer tie rods are...

The joint between inner and outer tie rods are often frozen solid; apparently the factory used no anti-sieze there (cost containment?). I worked on mine for quite some time to get them loose, used a...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,810
Posted By dorsal900

I haven't done this on my Audi, but have done it...

I haven't done this on my Audi, but have done it on two SAABs - they use similar modules made by Hella, same issues. Both have been working for years after the repairs.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-03-2010, 08:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,829
Posted By dorsal900

Check with Audi of America to see if your car's...

Check with Audi of America to see if your car's ignition switch is covered by a recall and if the work was ever done. common failure part to the point that they did a recall on many of them...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-01-2010, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,029
Posted By dorsal900

You may want to try a "fuel injection hose"...

You may want to try a "fuel injection hose" clamp, the kind that actually has a small machine screw and nut applying the clamping force - available at most real parts stores, not at AutoZone; I found...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-01-2010, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 509
Posted By dorsal900

If your brother has never replaced the control...

If your brother has never replaced the control arms in his car, this is probably what's causing the squeaks. Rather than replacing them piecemel, I would recommend buying a complete set from...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-05-2010, 09:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 914
Posted By dorsal900

What water pump did you use? I replaced the...

What water pump did you use? I replaced the factory pump with a Graf pump while doing the timing belt replacement, it lasted only 30,000 miles - and this seems to be a common problem (do a search). ...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2009, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,666
Posted By dorsal900

I'm not sure of the sequence on the Audi Delta...

I'm not sure of the sequence on the Audi Delta radio, but on my SAAB/Clarion radio, if you enter three incorrect codes the radio will lock up; in order to get it working again, you must leave it...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-03-2009, 09:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,495
Posted By dorsal900

Some of this depends on how they took the axles...

Some of this depends on how they took the axles out. The book method is to remove the pinch bolts, which can be A LOT of work (mine required an oxyacetylene torch to heat the steering knuckle to red...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-02-2009, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 732
Posted By dorsal900

Note that I think that $4500 is on the high side...

Note that I think that $4500 is on the high side for what is now a 12-year-old car. Unless it is in superb condition and reasonably low miles, ask your esteemed cousin to find you a better deal - he...
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