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Audi V8 Quattro Repair and Maintenance

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Audi V8 Quattro Questions and Answers

M5rules, 1990 Audi V8 Quattro, Topeka, KS

this problem happened, then cured itself, and a few months later came back. When you flip to dims, the headlights go out and if the fog lights are on, they also do not light up. All other lights ...

M5rules, 1990 Audi V8 Quattro, Topeka, KS

Where is the OBD connector location on the 90 and 93 V8Q? Are there any special connectors required to hook up to the OBD? I have a OBDII reader but want to check the codes on my 4 V8 Q's I own.....

moparman, 1990 Audi V8 Quattro, Mosinee, WI

when accelerating, move foot of gas, and the vehicle will switch lanes, checked tie rods,ball joints,frame mounts,motor mounts, dont know where to go from here

snowjunky, 1990 Audi V8 Quattro, Birmingham, AL

my antifreeze will not hold...it is either leaking really bad somewhere or it is evaporating quickly.. got really hot yesterday have not driven it yet... needs more antifreeze.. also brake lights d...

Audi V8 Quattro Problems

Engine
  • Problems with air leaks and the fuel injection may cause starting difficulties.
  • Oil leaks can develop in the crankcase ventilation hoses, in between the cylinder banks.
  • Oil leaks in the valve cover gaskets are common.
Suspension & Steering Various bushings—located around the subframe, suspension, and steering—deteriorate with age. A clunking noise when driving over bumps, accelerating, or stopping may be a sign of worn bushings.
Drive Train Our technicians recommend having the constant velocity (CV) boots and CV joints inspected at each service. Servicing torn CV boots early can prevent the need to replace the CV half shaft or CV joint.

Audi V8 Quattro Recalls and TSBs

Audi V8 Quattro Recalls (Recent)

Body, Interior & Misc.: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Campaign Number: 97V172000
Dates Manufactured: 09/1988 to 07/1993
Number of Vehicles Affected: 54,800
Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
Date Owner Notified: 10/1997

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME AIR BAG SENSORS DO NOT COMPLY WITH AUDI'S DURABILITY STANDARDS OVER THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE.

Consequence Summary: IN THE EVENT THE SENSOR SHOULD MALFUNCTION, THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY. DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITHOUT WARNING COULD CAUSE A DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG SENSOR CONTROL MODULE.

Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 13, 1997.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

Body, Interior & Misc.: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:JACKS
Campaign Number: 91V050000
Dates Manufactured: 05/1989 to 02/1991
Number of Vehicles Affected: 20,800
Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991
Date Owner Notified: 04/1991

Defect Summary: INSTRUCTION LABEL IN THE TRUNK OF VEHICLE IS INCORRECT FOR THE JACK SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE.

Consequence Summary: INCORRECT USE CAN RESULT IN THE JACK COLLAPSING, WITHINJURY TO INDIVIDUALS UNDER OR NEAR VEHICLE DURING COLLAPSE.

Corrective Summary: SUPPLY INSERT TO OWNER'S MANUAL NOTING CORRECT USAGE, AS WELL AS A CORRECTED INSTRUCTION LABEL FOR THE TRUNK.

Recall Notes: SYSTEM: VEHICLE JACK.DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: PASSENGER CARS.

Drive Train: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Campaign Number: 96V084000
Dates Manufactured: 09/1989 to 09/1990
Number of Vehicles Affected: 3,100
Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991
Date Owner Notified: 05/1996

Defect Summary: A BUSHING WHICH GUIDES THE CRUISE CONTROL ROD CAN, OVER TIME, DETERIORATE AND CAUSE THE CONTROL ROD TO BIND.

Consequence Summary: A BINDING CONTROL ROD CAN IMPEDE THE RETURN OF THE THROTTLE PLATE TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONTROL ROD BUSHING WITH AN IMPROVED VERSION.

Recall Notes: SYSTEM: FUEL; THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

Electrical & Lights: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Campaign Number: 01V324000
Dates Manufactured: 07/1990 to 03/1992
Number of Vehicles Affected: 4,300
Model Years Affected: 1991, 1992
Date Owner Notified: 07/2002

Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR CONTAINED IN THE AMPLIFIER FOR EACH REAR SPEAKER COULD LEAK AN ELECTROLYTE, WHICH MAY IN TIME AND IN THE PRESENCE OF HUMIDITY, CAUSE AN UNWANTED CONDUCTIVE PATH.

Consequence Summary: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE AMPLIFIER OVERHEATING AND A POTENTIAL FIRE RISK.

Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AMPLIFIERS FOR THE REAR SPEAKER ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 10, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

Recall Notes: ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Audi V8 Quattro Technical Service Bulletins (Recent)

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