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Old Nov 28, 2013 | 09:52 AM
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I have a 1999 Audi A4 Quattro and the car started fine then a few hours later would not start and when I turn the key no clicking the it is a lot colder outside now that it was when it was working. I changed the starter and it still will not start or click. I am not sure what else could be wrong. Can you help?
 
Old Nov 28, 2013 | 06:46 PM
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Not being funny, but I'm going to assume your battery is charged? Are the connections on the battery solid? Is it an automatic or a 5 speed? If it's a manual, can you push start it?
 
Old Nov 29, 2013 | 06:40 AM
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What is the battery voltage?
A good battery will only have on 40% of cranking power when it is 20 degrees outside. Also what is the voltage at terminal 50 of the starter when cranking?
If you answer those 2 questions you will either have or be closer to the correct answer as to why your car does not start. Or you can keep throwing parts at your car in a attempt to find the answer.
 
Old Nov 29, 2013 | 01:22 PM
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The battery cables are all good all new. I have power to the starter. Just when. When trying to start no clicks or anything. It will not Push start. It did before I changed starter. It's a 5 speed
 
Old Nov 29, 2013 | 05:24 PM
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So how many volts at battery , at starter terminal 30 (the big wire & terminal 50 (the Small wire)????????????????????????????

It should be a number between 0 & 13 for each.

You are not answering the question , I am trying to help & all your are looking for is a magic Silver Bullet! Without checking the voltages you will be guessing & throwing more parts at your car that you do not need.
Just because something is new does not mean it is good.
NEW= Never Ever Worked!
 
Old Nov 29, 2013 | 09:46 PM
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I had to take the battery in to get it tested it is at 12.8 fully charged and good. the other I do not have a tester but a light tester so I can not answer that part. I can go get one if I need to.
 
Old Nov 30, 2013 | 08:08 AM
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Amazon.com: voltmeter

I am sure affording one is not a problem. Would be a good investment if you plan on fixing your car yourself.
 
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