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Audi 90 Repair and Maintenance
Audi 90 Model Years
Audi 90 Questions and Answers
Audi tail lights 93 LAS VEGAS
Call the salvage yards or junk yards there.
Driving home last night in my 95 Audi 90S, the check engine light came on for about a minute or two before shutting off again for the remainder of the 30 miles home . Everything seemed to be ok, gauges, no misfires or anything abnormal. Car has 161k, five speed, fairly well kept. Any ideas what could have happened or what this means?
there are several ways the check engine light will come on and then go out but if it happened within a few seconds I'd guess your knock sensors detected knock. Cheap gas, dirty fuel injectors, wet electricals could all cause this.
your car has a pair of what are called 2x2 connectors in the fuse box under the hood near the firewall. Audi includes a jumper when the car leaves the factory that you can use to jumper the connector and blink out any fault codes through the check engine light. If you still have yours in the glovebox, go to www.audiworld.com and use the search function to select your model and "blink codes" and you'll get some really easy and nicely detailed instructions for blinking out your codes and a definition for each code. If you don't have the jumper you can easily strip the ends of a short piece of wire and make your own.
I'm betting you just detected knock. Buy a bottle of "Techron" and dump it in the gas tank. It's amazing stuff...
Jack,
The Check Engine Light will come on when a fault is detected in the emission control system. It's not uncommon for the engine to run perfectly normal, even though a fault was detected. There are hundreds of possibilities, so the next thing to do is have the codes read out to see what triggered the fault.
im going to guess that by fairly well maintained means that you havn't had the spark plugs replaced.
SOMETIMES when a check engine light goes on and off every couple hundred miles, its because it COULD need new spark plugs. However, there are many other possibilities as well.
If you have the light on, and your near an AUTOZONE store, have them diagnose it for free. Some other autostores will diagnose it for free as well.
Audi 90 Car Reviews (1)
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it is just a bad ass car!!! |
Audi 90 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 90 Recalls and TSBs
| Body, Interior & Misc. | |
| Brakes |
Recalls:None reported.TSBs:None reported. |
| Drive Train |
Recalls:TSBs:None reported. |
| Electrical & Lights |
Recalls: |
| Engine |
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 90 Recalls
Body, Interior & Misc.: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL.
Consequence Summary: ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG.
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.: 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.
Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Summary: DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence Summary: SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS, TURN SIGNALS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, LAMPS, POWER WIND0WS AND AIR CONDITIONERS CAN MALFUNCTION WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Recall Notes: SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION; SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. 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 AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Engine: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES. AN INTERNAL SEAL OF THE FUEL INJECTOR CAN MALFUNCTION, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence Summary: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS.
Recall Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 1999.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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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 90 Technical Service Bulletins
Body, Interior & Misc.: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Bulletin Summary: BRAKE PEDAL SQUEAK.
Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Bulletin Summary: CHANGE IN CODING OF ECM WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE LATEST MOTOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (MMS-311).
Electrical & Lights: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Bulletin Summary: CODING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE HAS CHANGED WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF LATEST MTOOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (MMS-311).
Electrical & Lights: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Bulletin Summary: HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER.
Electrical & Lights: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Bulletin Summary: FUSE S12 BLOWN/MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH.