My new car thinks im trying to steal it?

kevster03 · 10-17-2005, 03:56 PM

I bought a 1990 audi 200 turbo this weekend, and so far its been lots of trouble. It's a beautiful car, pearle white, dark leather interior, ect...
It will randomly not start; The dealer i bought it from (small buy here/pay here lot) said to leave the key in the run position for an hour to reset it.
Is there something I am missing with this? Randomly it will start and randomly it won't, very frustrating. The battery is fine, the climate control system will start up just fine it just will not turn over no matter what I do. I dont have the time to let the car sit draining the battery for an hour every time i want to go somewhere. Any suggestions are appreciated, thanks.

Avant Sport · 10-17-2005, 04:01 PM

http://www.sjmautotechnik.com/troubl...g/nostart.html

Will Ng · 10-17-2005, 04:03 PM

Never came across that procedure to 'reset' anything.

You need to provide more detailed info in order for anyone to help diagnose the problem. 'Start' is too broad a term.

Take a look at the link in my sig to review the factory alarm system. A bad starter cutoff relay circuit could be one cause.

kevster03 · 10-17-2005, 04:07 PM

It will not turn over. Everything electrical comes on without a hitch, but the engine will not even attempt to crank (fuel pump does run though) Thanks guys, i really appreciate it.

Tom Faust · 10-17-2005, 05:06 PM

operate starter kill off the door locks. Got a hell of a deal on a '90 100 a few years ago because unlocking the driver's door would not unlock the starter kill. I just used the passenger's door lock until I got the driver's side squared away.

kevster03 · 10-17-2005, 05:23 PM

I tried locking the doors and unlocking them on both sides (one after the other); would replacing the relay help at all, since they're only ~$20 online. This car was $900 + T&T (he wanted 1200 originally) so... i duno. It cleaned up very nicely, the BBS wheels look good

Suffolk · 10-17-2005, 05:52 PM

Ignition switch?

They go bad often...............100K or more?

-Scott by BOSTON

Black-Wolf · 10-17-2005, 06:14 PM

SteveAngry · 10-17-2005, 06:23 PM

kevster03 · 10-17-2005, 06:32 PM

156k miles

10-17-2005, 04:01 PM	#2
Avant Sport AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 1,017	Check here, relay 8 under hood...... http://www.sjmautotechnik.com/troubl...g/nostart.html __________________ '04 A4 1.8tq Avant - GIAC/Debadged/Sport All Weather Mats '89 200tq Avant (Sold)

10-17-2005, 04:03 PM	#3
Will Ng Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 2,090	The used car dealer is F.O.S. Never came across that procedure to 'reset' anything. You need to provide more detailed info in order for anyone to help diagnose the problem. 'Start' is too broad a term. Take a look at the link in my sig to review the factory alarm system. A bad starter cutoff relay circuit could be one cause. __________________ R.I.P. <A HREF="http://members.fortunecity.com/willng/my_audi_200/manual/index.htm"> 88-91 Audi 100/200 Factory Service Training Manual</A>

10-17-2005, 04:07 PM	#4
kevster03 New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 27	Re: The used car dealer is F.O.S. It will not turn over. Everything electrical comes on without a hitch, but the engine will not even attempt to crank (fuel pump does run though) Thanks guys, i really appreciate it.

10-17-2005, 05:06 PM	#5
Tom Faust AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 2,136	Seems odd it would be intermittent, but 100 & 200 operate starter kill off the door locks. Got a hell of a deal on a '90 100 a few years ago because unlocking the driver's door would not unlock the starter kill. I just used the passenger's door lock until I got the driver's side squared away.

10-17-2005, 05:23 PM	#6
kevster03 New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 27	Re: Seems odd it would be intermittent, but 100 & 200 I tried locking the doors and unlocking them on both sides (one after the other); would replacing the relay help at all, since they're only ~$20 online. This car was $900 + T&T (he wanted 1200 originally) so... i duno. It cleaned up very nicely, the BBS wheels look good

Welcome to AudiWorld!
		Welcome to AudiWorld.com. You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, join AudiWorld.com today!

10-17-2005, 05:52 PM	#7
Suffolk AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 2,760	Re: My new car thinks im trying to steal it? Ignition switch? They go bad often...............100K or more? -Scott by BOSTON __________________ THANKS to all who voted in this month's NAAClub.org's election. Learn history about the ACNA at http://www.acnasupport.com -Scott by BOSTON Driven: (like I had key on my key ring) 74 100LS, 80 4000S, 86/87 4000S/4000Q, 86 5000S, 90 200 Avant, 91 200 20V Avant & Sedan, 99 A4, 99 A6 Avant a few others and MANY rental cars. NHIS/NHMS, LimeRockPark, WatkinsGlen, MontTremblant, Poconos, VIR, MidOhio, AutoBahnCC - Full, Daytona

10-17-2005, 06:14 PM	#8
Black-Wolf Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,444	Definatly the ignition switch.. easy fix. __________________ Charlotte, MI 2002 A6 2.7T 6speed Sport RS4 Clutch 1994 UrS4 Black/Ecru Lots o'Mods (for sale)

10-17-2005, 06:23 PM	#9
SteveAngry AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2000 Posts: 7,277	Ignition switch or funky starter? __________________ 1998 A6q 1986 5ktq: Megasquirt EFI and a lot of other mods your car probably doesn't have...

10-17-2005, 06:32 PM	#10
kevster03 New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 27	Re: My new car thinks im trying to steal it? 156k miles

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode