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Audi 80 Repair and Maintenance
Audi 80 Model Years
Audi 80 Questions and Answers
My catalytic converter needs to be replaced. I've heard audi covers exhaust systems under factory warranty up to 80,000 miles. Is this true?
the exhaust and cats should last a LOT longer than 80k miles. I currently own an 94 with 183k miles on the original exhaust. I recently sold another 94 with over 200k and still had the original exhaust. My winter car, also an audi, has 113k on the original exhaust.
as someone else mentioned, if your cats are bad at 80k, something killed them and audi will try proving it. The easiest way and most common way to ruin a cat is to not replace the 02 sensor when they go bad. When that happens, the ecu forces the fuel mixture to go rich, which over works the cats, which then overheats them, which then turns the mesh into a blob, when then clogs the exhaust, which then makes a pffffsss sound. Folks will debate how long it takes for a bad 02 sensor to destroy a cat but it DOES happen.
Check your manual for the warranty info, it will be in there. If there is something wrong with it, they will replace it.
yes its 8 years or 80,000 miles but like all warranties they try to show that its your fault or due to non manufacture defect... good luck, oh but i dont believe it will cover the whole exhaust system.
Since I flushed the water cooloing system then re-filled the system with anti freeze, I'm now having problems with de-misting the windows!! Im pretty certain that the problem does not lie with the heater matrix as i'm still geting very warm air! I'm not certain if there is a way of "bleeding" the system as its probable that there is an air lock somewhere! Please help as its driving me mad, driving with a tea towel in the car!! P.S. Its a 4 cylinder engine, 1.8E 8v 1989 B3 Model.
Thanx Sal UK I'l give it a try.Thanx daxica but it doesnt have a pollen fillter and the car defo has no leaks, been thru many a car wash to prove that lol, and thanx Paul, but the car doesnt have A/C but cheers anyway.
If it is a coolant leak, then the windows will not clear because the additive in the coolant will prevent evaporation from the glass. I would suggest that seen as how this has come about since you flushed the system that you have a slight leak at the heater matrix. The leak may be only sufficient to let out vapours rather than liquid.Try putting one of the coolant system sealers in to the system and see if that helps.
open bonnet check for two pipes going through bulkhead they should be side by side both usually same size one should have a plastic screw for bleading worth a look
Cars rely not only on the heater for defrosting. The A/C compressor kicks in so that the air can be Dried AND heated before blasting the windshield. Make sure the A/C system is working for proper defrosting.
I don't know about your type of car but on some cars the pollen filter being clogged can cause this problem.Also it could be that your car is leaking somewhere causing the constant wet windows.
Am a TT driver - but this forum is great for Audi users - try them. ite is down at the moment though.
bought a audi 80 tdi m1994 plate.driven it home last night and lost power.it came back then went again after about 10 miles.put new diesel fillter still the same.if enyone could help let no many thanks mathew
Injector timing could be off, timing belt could have skipped a notch. How many miles? Turbo could be on its last legs. This is a tough one to answer.
first get he instruction manel for the car.
If you need to take it back read the copyright print near the back.
I suggest you go to the local garage and get it looked at.
You could be spilling petrol everywhere! (it could be leaking)
thanks bye
Audi 80 Problems
| Engine | Problems with air leaks and the fuel injection may cause starting difficulties. |
| 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 80 Recalls and TSBs
| Body, Interior & Misc. |
TSBs:None reported. |
| Brakes |
Recalls:None reported.TSBs:None reported. |
| Drive Train |
Recalls:TSBs:None reported. |
| Electrical & Lights |
Recalls:None reported. |
| Engine |
Recalls:None reported.TSBs:None reported. |
| Exhaust & Emissions |
Recalls:None reported.TSBs:None reported. |
| Heating & Air Conditioning |
Recalls:None reported.TSBs:None reported. |
| Suspension & Steering |
TSBs:None reported. |
Audi 80 Recalls
Body, Interior & Misc.: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
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.
Drive Train: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Summary: THE DIFFERENTIAL OIL OF THE TRANSAXLE IS LOST OVER TIME DUE TO EVAPORATION. LOW OIL LEVELS CAUSE PREMATURE BEARING AND GEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL.
Consequence Summary: IN THE EVENT OF FAILURE, THE VEHICLE'S DRIVE WHEELS COULDLOSE POWER. IN EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES, THE FRONT WHEELS LOCK, CAUSING RAPIDDECELERATION RESULTING IN POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary: DRAIN AND REPLACE THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL WITH OIL HAVING HIGHER PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS.
Recall Notes: SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH AUTOMATIC 3-SPEED TRANSMISSIONS.
Suspension & Steering: STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Defect Summary: IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED STEERING LOCK BOLTS COULD BREAK IF DRIVER APPLIES EXCESSIVE FORCE TO A LOCKED STEERING WHEEL IN AN ATTEMPT TO DISENGAGE THE STEERING LOCK.
Consequence Summary: BOLT BREAKAGE WOULD CAUSE STEERING WHEEL TO REMAIN LOCKED EVEN AFTER THE DRIVER TURNS THE IGNITION KEY AND ATTEMPTS TO MOVE THE CAR; THIS TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary: REPLACE COMPLETE STEERING LOCK ASSEMBLY, INCLUDING A MODIFIED LOCK BOLT.
Recall Notes: SYSTEM: STEERING LOCK BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH AIR BAGS.
Audi 80 Technical Service Bulletins
Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Bulletin Summary: HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER.