20 Most Recent 2000 Audi A4 - Page 9 Questions & Answers

The only actual water under a car, would be from the
air conditioner or exhaust system on start up

Have you actually looked under there or felt & smelled the water,
to see if it is coolant.

For a 2000 Audi A4 2.8 V6 sedan the fuse box is located on the left side of dashboard behind a plastic cover (for left hand steering wheel vehicle). On inner face of the plastic cover you will find the fuse diagram.

That kind of thing happens a lot and I work in a auto-shop. The corrosion builds up on the hub and swells up in the middle of the rim. 1. Put all lugnuts back on, leave them half way off. 2.Keep kicking the tire from the backside until it pops off the hub. Don't worry, you can't damage the rim by kicking it yourself. (Unless your the incredible hulk.lol ) The lugnuts will keep the tire from falling on the brake components when it comes off the hub.

If the CV axle joints were worn, it's possible the inner bearings could also be worn. Have the play in the bearings checked.
I hope this helps.

Tienes que conectarle el scanner OVD, y resetear los sensores hermano...
Suerte...

How to check & change oil in automatic transmission on a 1998 Audi A4

At the bottom of the automatic gearbox (tiptronic) you will find 2 threaded plugs on below surface. First (in front of the car) is for emptying, and second is for filling up. Tightening torque is 24 Nm.


Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) checking:
1. Requirements for check:
1.1. Vehicle standing on level surface.
1.2. Transmission must not be in fail-safe mode.
1.3. Shift lever in "P" position, parking brake applied.
1.4. Engine idling.
1.5. Air Conditioner and heater OFF.
1.6. ATF temperature must not exceed 104 Fahrenheit degree (40 Celsius degree) at start of test.
1.7. Only ATF with designation ESSO LT 71 141 may be used. Do not use any lubricant additives.
1.8. Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF - part number: G 052 162 A2 (1 liter wrapping)
1.9. An ATF level check when transmission oil temperature is too low results in overfilling, when too high results in underfilling.
2. CAUTION: Too much or too little ATF will affect the operation of the transmission. The ATF level must be checked at regular intervals.
3. The oil level is correct if a slight amount of oil runs out when ATF temperature is between 86 Fahrenheit degree (30 Celsius degree) and 113 F deg (45 C deg) (caused by increase of oil level when heated). For warmer climates, 122 F deg (50 C deg).
4. Hang filled ATF reservoir VAG 1924 as high as possible.
5. Shift lever in "P" position, engine running at idle.
6. Place oil drip pan under transmission oil pan.
7. Remove ATF filler plug (at the bottom of the automatic gearbox you will find 2 threaded plugs on below surface. First (in front of the car) is for emptying, and second is for filling up.
8. With ATF temperature between 86 Fahrenheit degree (30 Celsius degree) and 113 F deg (45 C deg), for warmer climates, 122 F deg (50 C deg), a slight amount of oil will flow from filler hole when ATF level is correct.
9. If necessary drain or top off ATF to attain correct oil level. Top ATF with filler hook from VAG 1924 ATF reservoir. Insert VAG 1924 (tool) ATF reservoir filler hook into filler hole and top off until a slight amount of oil flows from filler hole.
NOTE: Fit filler hook into one of the oil deflector cap slots placed on the filler opening.
CAUTION: Do not press filler hook upward or oil deflector cap can be pushed off.
10. Reinstall ATF filler plug. Tightening torque is 24 Nm.

the code is (or should be) located inside the front cover of the service book,on a sticker.if not,a VW dealer will be able to get this info for you if the codes were logged when NEW.if you need to reset the alarm/immobiliser then get back........

The drains under the battery are blocked causing water to come through holes in firewall. Remove battery and unblock drain to fix. Unfortunately there are computers under passengerseat carpet which will probably be damp. best to leave a dehumidifier in your car for a day to try and dry out.

First time you might check the thermostat operating.

Heed of antifreeze coolant temperature!!!

The thermostat location for a 2000 Audi A4 1.9 TDI is on back of the alternator at the bottom side of the bracket.

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is NOT necessary to replace the alternator if you want to change the thermostat !!!

Thermostat checking:
1. Cold engine. Start up the engine and watch of the water temp indicator. After first value 60 Celsius Degree you still warm up the engine until the lifter (pointer) reach 80 C deg. (second mark after 60 C deg.). At this time you let engine running at idle speed and check with your hand the thermostat plastic housing and hose temperature in bottom left side of the engine. Heed of alternator driving belt and ventilator fan !!!
2. If the thermostat is good the hose must be cold until the water temp indicator reach almost 90 C deg.
3. The thermostat opening temperature is 87 C deg.
4. If the hose is already warm the thermostat is out of order.

Thermostat location, Part number: 044121113, in german - "Kuehlregle" (Price around $25):


Important note: Always replace the thermostat round seal, position 7 in the above picture.

If it runs well but is low on power it is possible that you are not getting any turbo boost. The wastegate actuator may be bad. The n75 valve that controls the actuator could be bad, also the N710 diverter vave may be bad.

No, it goes out when the oil level is read to be correct. If you have the right amount of oil in the car, your pressure sensor is bad or you have oil sludge blocking the pickup tube at the oil pump. Run some Seafoam in the oil for 100 miles and then change the oil and filter (or if the pressure light stays on, add half a can of Seafoam and idle it for 20 minutes before changing the oil). Repeat 2-3 times and see if it goes away. If not, change the pressure sensor (on the oil cooler - the aluminum block the filter screws onto). If this still isn't a fix, you need a desludging kit from www.ecstuning.com. If THAT doesn't fix it, drop the oil pan and change the pickup tube and filter screen, clean out the pan, and repeat the Seafoam treatment.

Your headlight switch has failed and needs replacement - this is common on the A4. Have it replaced and you'll be good to go.

You'll have to bring the car to a dealer. With the VIN and the serial number of the radio they can look up the security code. Be prepared - you might get this done for free or a flat charge, but many will charge up to an hour's labor. Be sure they give you the code written down for future use.

You have a failing cam chain tensioner (or two, if you have a V6 - you didn't say which engine you have). Fix this soon - if it fails completely you can be looking at a few thousand dollars for a new cylinder head (or double that on a V6). Unless you have mechanical skill and tools, or know someone who does, this will not be cheap. Depending on which engine you have, a tensioner goes for anywhere from $270-580 each, plus labor to install.

Change your coolant temp sensor - it's a common cause on am A4 for this problem.

The front calipers compress in but the rears screw in - you need a caliper piston tool. Order a good one from www.GermanAutoParts.com - the garbage ones at the parts stores don't fit right and are a pain to use on an A4.

Under the carpet in front of the passenger seat, in a black plastic enclosure.

A lot of things could be wrong. Timing may not be correct, you may have disconnected a harness and not put it back, a vacuum line may be unhooked, etc. Did you index the engine properly before starting the job and follow a documented procedure that explains the job step by step?