1994 Audi Cabriolet - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

I've done it 2 ways:
1st - loosen the pump assy - nuts on either end, then unscrew the plastic bottle. This is a pain unless your hands are the size of a baby's!
2nd - undo the nut on the side of the pump assy. (looks brass, from memory and is about a 13mm) and this uncovers a hole which leads into the top of the bottle. Then use a small hose and syringe to refill. This can get messy but was slightly easier than the first method.

Is it a security code radio? If you have the users manual/handbook - the code may written in there. And how to use it. Hope this helps. Mike

the dash control board is the controler for the boards in the dash, fuel temp etc. inside the dash itself, a board on the rev counter controls voltage to feed the the fuel gauge etc. the back of the speedo burnt,there is the 3 pin voltage control chip on the board. you can replace the boards. you can remove them from another dash and place them into yours but if you say the board burnt out on the speedo . then i would just change the dash as it would be easier as you would need to replace the speedo as well. you will also need to inform dvla that the speedo has been changed as for mots its recorded. or have the speedo rectified to the right mileage. not informing dvla can affect your insurance.

Call the dealer(parts dept) they can give you oem PN

There is a key over ride position if your boot becomes locked due to electrical failures you have to turn the key in the boot lock that bit further then push in the barrel. Picture the slot position something like ten past eight rather than 6 oclock or five past seven

no need to convert. the electic roof can be opened manually by:- unlock the roof using the handle on top of the windscreen and push roof back as far as posible. lift flaps adjacent to door pillers you will see a small lever which can be retracted (both sides) when these levers are retracted the roof will push down fully into its compartment when erecting the roof ensure that the two levers are fully open to accept the roof retaing lugs

Can you describe what happens when you try to get the top down? Do you hear any noises or is it silent? Could be the switch or the motor or a bad connection somewhere. Some detail would be appreciated to give you a better answer.

oil sensor may be faulty or no or low oil pressure can be oil pump or low oil

look behind the panel in the boot and their is a plastic filler plug and the level is marked on teh side as i remember

their should be a tool kit in your car with directions to stick a tool somwhere in the mechanism and turn or unlock certain steps as you close and lock the top secured in place manually.

Ignition Switch, timing belt, alarm all kinds of things could be wrong. Check for fire, fuel and compression, and submit the contact form at www.onlinewrench.com and they will be happy to help you :)
Thanks for the vote!

engine temp sensor, i had the same problem on my 04 audi a6, the part was 20 bucks at autozone.

CHECK COOLANT LEVEL IN RADIATOR. BUT WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE COOL DOWN. CHECK WATER PUMP.IF YOU SEE COOLANT LEAKING FROM WEEP HOLE REPLACE WATER PUMP. REPLACE THERMOSTAT AND RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP WHEN CAR OVERHEATING IF CAR AT A STANDSTILL IN LONG TRAFFIC LINE OR MOVING SLOWLY.COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR FAULTY.NOT TURNING ON COOLANT FAN.CHECK COOLANT FAN FUSE AND RELAY.IF ALL IS GOOD.HOTWIRE COOLANT FAN.IF COOLANT FAN DONT COME ON FAN MOTOR FAULTY.IF FAN COMES ON CHECK ELECTRICAL WIRE CONNECTOR FOR DAMAGE WIRES.

Sounds like the heater radiator core under the dash has sprung a leak. Temporary fix to keep the cooling system operating is to bypass the heater by disconnecting the hoses where they go through the firewall and linking them together.
It's usually a big job to remove the under dash ducting to access the heater core, remove it, get it repaired and then replace all the bits.

A strong suspect is a vacuum leak in the system.
If it is an emissions related leak the engine light will also come on.
The power brakes can also be affected by a leak.

With the engine light on, it stores a failure code. If you take the car to a mechanic he can use a code reader to determine where the failure is ocurring, helping to isolate where the leak might be. They typically have a few tricks for finding vac leaks.

If you are a do it yourselfer, you can borrow a code reader at Schucks to reveal the failure as well. Then the work begins to troubleshoot and track down the leak, most often a cracked hose.

Good luck.

I replaced my globes not so long back.
The metal clip you simply push down. Replacing the left light is challenging as the air intake is in the way but its not impossible. After removing the clip there is a plastic cap. Remove it.
Then remove the cable that feeds power. You should be able to see the rear of the 'globe'. There is another spring loaded metal clip holding the 'globe' in place. Push the two ends of the clip together to remove this clip. The globe should be free now. Remeber the globe go in a specific way, so take note. I bought to Halogen globes for my Audi as these immitted a stronger beam. Please, whatever you do DO NOT TOUCH THE NEW GLOBES GLASS. The natural oil from your fingers will impact the lifespan of these and you'll have to replace these again. Remember to also reallign the beams.

Check your fuse box....unless you hear it trying to close or open, function whatever... but im sure you have a blown fuse. especially if they stoped working at the same time.

the hydraulic fluid may be low. the pump is located in the right side of luggage compartment. it has a plastic fluid reservoir which often has hair line cracks near the mounting screws. fluid seeps through cracks. reservoir needs to be replaced.

SOUND LIKE PROBLEM IS IN THE SENSOR.