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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 08:03 PM
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yo i just got an a4 1.8t an its an 05 but it just chugs all my gas. theres no way its my driving because its rediculous. i probably get about 15 miles per gallon in the suburbs. i have read that some a4s get a lot of engine sludge what do you guys think. my car has alot of miles on it 2

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Old Jun 21, 2009 | 01:51 AM
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do a full tune up and oil change. get some seafoam in the intake. i swear by that stuff! and maybe go as far as an o2 sensor and maybe a cat
 
Old Jun 21, 2009 | 05:17 AM
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Check the air cleaner. My old Grand Prix had a mouse that climbed up inside the air box and made a huge nest. Make sure the plugs are gaped correctly too.
 
Old Jul 21, 2009 | 05:00 PM
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yo guys thanks was very helpful i appreciate it
 




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