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Audi A6 Quattro

Report: Oil leaks from camshaft drive pulleys and variable valve timing hydraulics

Audi A6 Quattro Problem
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Model Years Affected: 2002, 2003, 2004

Engine Affected: 3.0L V6

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Oil leaks from the camshaft drive pulleys and variable valve timing hydraulics are common. If the variable valve timing hydraulics is leaking, the Check Engine Light may illuminate from inaccurate valve timing.

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