wrecker
1/2/2008 5:16:48 PM
Update -
Thanks for the suggestions and empathy...
Auto Zone ran a Audi scope and came up with a Code #P1136. Their print-out didn't list the Audi A-4 as a car option, but under Volkswagen included...
Definition:
Long Term Fuel Trim Add. Fuel B1 System Too Lean
Explanation:
Failed MAF
Probably Causes:
Low Fuel Pressure
Vacuum Leak on Engine
Failed HO2S
Still could use some suggestions from thoughtful forum members...
And from earlier post...
HELP!
1999 A4 1.8T 5 Spd. Quattro 120k
CEL [Snap-on Scope] #1136
Confounding problem started with CEL and engine wouldn't hold basic idle after filling tank. After manually keeping revs up and driving for a few minutes, standard 900 rpm idle settles in and runs like a clock until next tank of gas.
That was 3 Months and several thousand $'s ago. My favorite [and usually very good] mechanic is now quite stumped and I am out of dough.
Replaced thus far:
Fuel Filter
Mass Air Flow Filter
Turbo
Fuel Pump
Car runs a bit better overall [thanks to a bunch of brand new parts], but initial symptoms still in play...
Any thoughts and suggestions would be greatly appreciated...even someone with a Audi-specific scope who can help translate Snap-on Codes to Audi Codes? Is that even possible?
A good ride that is teasing me right now...
Wrecker Out
UpstateNYA4
1/2/2008 9:01:08 PM
Screw the snap-on codes. Just go to AutoZone and have your ECU scanned for free. Don't necessarily trust the definition of the code that they give you though - bring the codes home and post them here and search them out on here. I had a code for a bad passenger side cam sensor, and it told me it was a driveability error - maybe not incorrect, but not really correct either. Have the car scanned there, search your code here, and you should find what you need.
2k S4
1/3/2008 10:16:51 AM
I bet it's a $20 part.
This is what I hate today, no one knows how to diagnose or do hands on check on things, they just read a code & throw money at it.
I would test & replace the coolant temp sensor.
Why did you replace the turbo? Tell you tech to purchase a $250 Vag-com if he wants to work on Audi's!
