What Went Wrong With Your B6 Today?..

**Myst420** · 03-13-2014 03:18 PM

Originally Posted by BoostedLTH

I just wanna point out how perfect the adhesive is still on he trunk. I bet it fell off. When I debadged my b5 it didn't come off nearly that well.

Sent from my iPhone using basic grammar

Agreed. I looked at it once I got home, and it had to of fallen off. Like you said, the adhesive is PERFECT, and there we're no pry marks or anything. I guess I'll just be debadged for a while.

Sent from my HTC6500LVW using Tapatalk

**old guy** · 03-13-2014 03:27 PM

Clutch upper position switch went out. Had to make a temporary spacer to get it to work until a replacement comes in.

**customa4** · 03-13-2014 03:32 PM

Symptoms?^^^

**old guy** · 03-13-2014 03:36 PM

Originally Posted by customa4

Symptoms?^^^

Can't engage cruise control and the engine RPM's increase between gears when you shift. Clicky click

**customa4** · 03-13-2014 04:20 PM

I'm having a problem with mine that seems like the gas pedal is being pushed when it isn't. Haven't really searched yet but figured I'd ask to see if your symptoms were similar. Mine isn't really between shifts. I drive and I let off the gas and it's like the car will keep powering along on it's own like I'm pushing the gas. For instance I was in a parking lot today driving in second gear and I let off the gas to go around a speed bump and the car continued to accelerate. I know it's normal to power along on it's own slightly but mine seems excessive.

**old guy** · 03-13-2014 04:58 PM

I really only noticed it when shifting gears. When you disengage the upper clutch pedal switch the throttle plate closes rapidly so the RPM's can drop. If you don't disengage the switch the ECM assumes that you are only lifting off the throttle but intend to continue cruising along. Do you use your cruise control? If not, try using it it. If you can engage it the upper clutch pedal switch is functioning properly. If you can't get it to engage the then the switch isn't being made properly.

**customa4** · 03-13-2014 05:06 PM

I haven't used it probably in the past week or so but I have used it. I'll try it out again to make sure it does still work. I did have the link you posted bookmarked before I even had a manual transmission because that issue seemed to come up a lot. I was hoping there might have been a relation even when not switching gears. I should really do a throttle body reset but man is it cold out there again today!

**old guy** · 03-13-2014 05:15 PM

Here's something else that you can try. Put the gear shifter in neutral and let the clutch out. Rev the motor and observe how fast the revs drop. now do the same thing with the clutch pedal depressed. The revs should drop noticeably faster with the clutch pedal depressed. If they don't it's a pretty good indication that the switch isn't working properly. Read Keith's observations on the subject: Clicky click

**customa4** · 03-13-2014 07:21 PM

I will try that out and report back!

**rich045** · 03-13-2014 07:30 PM

i will try this as well, my cruise control dont work and the rpm's jump up every now and then

**EastTNPharmD** · 03-13-2014 07:38 PM

Got in the car this afternoon to the power steering pump whining. Stopped and checked the level and wasn't even on the stick. Filled it up, but guess I'll be searching for the leak.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

**customa4** · 03-13-2014 07:51 PM

Originally Posted by rich045

i will try this as well, my cruise control dont work and the rpm's jump up every now and then

It sounds like in your case it very well may be your clutch switch.

**cschuster** · 03-14-2014 07:28 AM

I'm making a 500 mile road trip today. turn the car on this morning, only to find that the radio wouldn't turn on. of all the days to have no music, fuck that!

did a little research on the highway, so when I stop for gas I pulled the radio fuse and put it back in. that fixed it. jammin on I-75 now!

Sent from my XT907 using Tapatalk

**customa4** · 03-14-2014 07:55 AM

LOL nice!!

**ZXERT** · 03-14-2014 08:05 AM

My suspension has got more harsh recently, like in the last 5k miles. Currently at 92,000, 2004 A4 1.8qt USP. Tires are EAGLE GT's 235-40-18.

Its bone jarring hitting bumps sometimes. I haven't done much research into it, but it seems like the life of a shock is right around 90k, so they should be replaced.

Since my wife and I have decided to keep this car for the foreseeable future, what shocks/coils can I install to make it ride comfortable but sporty, more of an emphasis on comfortable though.

Are ST coils proving durable?

Also thinking about Koni yellows, or the ECS cup kit.

Any input is appreciated.

**MNAudi101** · 03-14-2014 08:18 AM

Originally Posted by ZXERT

My suspension has got more harsh recently, like in the last 5k miles. Currently at 92,000, 2004 A4 1.8qt USP. Tires are EAGLE GT's 235-40-18.

Its bone jarring hitting bumps sometimes. I haven't done much research into it, but it seems like the life of a shock is right around 90k, so they should be replaced.

Since my wife and I have decided to keep this car for the foreseeable future, what shocks/coils can I install to make it ride comfortable but sporty, more of an emphasis on comfortable though.

Are ST coils proving durable?

Also thinking about Koni yellows, or the ECS cup kit.

Any input is appreciated.

I like my FK's

**87supraman** · 03-14-2014 10:15 AM

Not again. But have to say this was a used oem axle with an unknown mileage, I put at least 20k more on it. Time to buy a 2nd raxle.

Sent from my SCH-I645

**EURO_DOLL** · 03-16-2014 07:24 AM

Originally Posted by ZXERT

My suspension has got more harsh recently, like in the last 5k miles. Currently at 92,000, 2004 A4 1.8qt USP. Tires are EAGLE GT's 235-40-18.

Its bone jarring hitting bumps sometimes. I haven't done much research into it, but it seems like the life of a shock is right around 90k, so they should be replaced.

Since my wife and I have decided to keep this car for the foreseeable future, what shocks/coils can I install to make it ride comfortable but sporty, more of an emphasis on comfortable though.

Are ST coils proving durable?

Also thinking about Koni yellows, or the ECS cup kit.

Any input is appreciated.

I absolutely adored my ST's. I had them cranked almost all the way down and the ride was still great compared to my OEM sport suspension. No complaints here

.

They were well worth the money for me. I'm actually selling mine next wknd.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

**decoolieman** · 03-16-2014 08:57 AM

Broke my n75 valve while trying to change it and had to take apart my turbo inlet hose in the night just to get the broken piece out : (

**customa4** · 03-16-2014 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by old guy

Here's something else that you can try. Put the gear shifter in neutral and let the clutch out. Rev the motor and observe how fast the revs drop. now do the same thing with the clutch pedal depressed. The revs should drop noticeably faster with the clutch pedal depressed. If they don't it's a pretty good indication that the switch isn't working properly. Read Keith's observations on the subject: Clicky click

Seemed like I was getting the same reaction with the clutch out and depressed. I couldn't really tell a difference in the way the revs were dropping, seemed pretty similar. I also checked to make sure the cruise control still worked and it did.

**SlickFix** · 03-16-2014 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by 87supraman

Not again. But have to say this was a used oem axle with an unknown mileage, I put at least 20k more on it. Time to buy a 2nd raxle.

Sent from my SCH-I645

Well, at least you'll have a little more peace of mind knowing that you have Raxles on both sides. Still a bummer, though.

**SlickFix** · 03-16-2014 09:10 AM

Originally Posted by EastTNPharmD

Got in the car this afternoon to the power steering pump whining. Stopped and checked the level and wasn't even on the stick. Filled it up, but guess I'll be searching for the leak.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I would check the boots around the tie rod ends first. If it's leaking there, it's time for a new rack.

**SJorge3442** · 03-16-2014 09:10 AM

Originally Posted by customa4

Seemed like I was getting the same reaction with the clutch out and depressed. I couldn't really tell a difference in the way the revs were dropping, seemed pretty similar. I also checked to make sure the cruise control still worked and it did.

Mine revs the same exact way.

Sent from my unknown using Tapatalk

**old guy** · 03-16-2014 09:28 AM

Originally Posted by customa4

Seemed like I was getting the same reaction with the clutch out and depressed. I couldn't really tell a difference in the way the revs were dropping, seemed pretty similar. I also checked to make sure the cruise control still worked and it did.

Oops! I left out one important detail. The car has to be moving when you when you do it. Get up to speed and put the shifter in neutral. They try it with the clutch in and out. You will definitely feel a difference if the clutch upper switch is working properly.

**customa4** · 03-16-2014 09:31 AM

Haha okk!! I guess that would make a difference. I'll get in the car in a little bit and try it out again.

**Willënskraft** · 03-17-2014 06:45 AM

Windshield wipers are going out on me, it was barely visible. Really need those aero wipers.

**SlickFix** · 03-17-2014 07:26 AM

Originally Posted by WiLl2FLY

Windshield wipers are going out on me, it was barely visible. Really need those aero wipers.

You mean the current ones are streaking? Or are you not getting enough fluid from the squirters?

The Aeros are really worth the price. One of the best upgrades I've done.

**Willënskraft** · 03-17-2014 10:31 AM

Yep it's the Bosch wipers. They really suck got a whole bunch of streaking. I'll post a pic later if I have time.

**SJorge3442** · 03-17-2014 10:33 AM

Originally Posted by WiLl2FLY

Yep it's the Bosch wipers. They really suck got a whole bunch of streaking. I'll post a pic later if I have time.

same here. Damn Icons blow. I barely use the wipers since I rain x this shit out of my windows, but somehow, they are leaving a mark about 3 inches wide on the drivers side.

**rich045** · 03-17-2014 10:48 AM

Originally Posted by old guy

Oops! I left out one important detail. The car has to be moving when you when you do it. Get up to speed and put the shifter in neutral. They try it with the clutch in and out. You will definitely feel a difference if the clutch upper switch is working properly.

doh'!!!!! ok i will try tomorrow since i didnt drive my car today.

**Willënskraft** · 03-19-2014 03:48 PM

Condensation in the E-Codes.

**SJorge3442** · 03-20-2014 04:26 AM

Originally Posted by WiLl2FLY

Condensation in the E-Codes.

That's never a good look

Sent from my unknown using Tapatalk

**Myst420** · 03-20-2014 05:08 AM

Originally Posted by WiLl2FLY

Condensation in the E-Codes.

EURO_DOLL mentioned using liquid electric tape around all the seals to stop moisture from getting in. Of course you have to get them dried out first.

**coowhip** · 03-20-2014 05:17 AM

Oil min light came on, I think I need a new oil plug washer. Forgot to replace it this last two changes and worried about over tightening the plug.

**EuroFetish1990** · 03-20-2014 10:58 AM

I think I have an axle problem, when I let off from a sharp turn I seem to hear a "clunk" when straightening out.

**Myst420** · 03-20-2014 11:04 AM

Originally Posted by EuroFetish1990

I think I have an axle problem, when I let off from a sharp turn I seem to hear a "clunk" when straightening out.

Could be control arms as well.

**rich045** · 03-20-2014 11:10 AM

Originally Posted by coowhip

Oil min light came on, I think I need a new oil plug washer. Forgot to replace it this last two changes and worried about over tightening the plug.

mine too, i believe my k03 may be on its last leg...

**Willënskraft** · 03-20-2014 11:11 AM

Yep gonna wait until it dries out first, which works better electrical or aluminum tape?

**Myst420** · 03-20-2014 11:18 AM

Originally Posted by WiLl2FLY

Yep gonna wait until it dries out first, which works better electrical or aluminum tape?

I'm pretty sure she was referring to something like this:

**EuroFetish1990** · 03-20-2014 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by Myst420

Could be control arms as well.

I just had my front passenger tire changed would I be wrong in checking there first

Thread: What Went Wrong With Your B6 Today?..

Thread Tools

Display

Bookmarks

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions