Big A. I'm currently thinking about getting an auto A6 avant (2005-08), and after a fair bit of research it would appear that the 2.0 TDI is a ticking time bomb, and the CVT auto box is made of chocolate. The 3.0 TDI looks to be prone to injector problems, so is the 2.7 TDI Quattro with the multi-tronic box the most reliable engine and auto When the Audi A6 camshaft adjuster seals and valve cover gaskets leak they typically cause a burning oil smell. The passenger side cam chain tensioner seal is located on the backside of the cylinder head and will drip oil onto the down pipe causing this smell. This Audi A6 leak is best seen through the passenger side wheel well as pictured Lawrence Butcher. A6 3.0 TFSI intake flaps issue. Code P2007/2008. Just picked up an 2010 A6, 3.0 TFSI. It has an issue with the swirl flaps on the inlets, flagging up code P2007/2008. Stuck closed. (Don' worry, I knew about the code when I purchased and knocked 2k off the asking price to account for worst case scenario of new manifolds). http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/oil-pump-failure-or-balance-shaft-module-faq-b5-vw-passat-or-audi-tdi-engine/ Here is more info on this issue and video ex My Garage. 2002 Audi A4Q (B6) 3.0 6MT; 1999 Mustang Cobra; 2003 G35 Coupe 5AT. Location. Tampa FL. My Photo Gallery: 0. I will take the hit for the necro-bump. I had intermittent low oil pressure light and it was the sensor. The oil was leaking through the sensor housing and into the pin and connector. 2002 Audi a4 B6 Q 3.0 6MT. Worst 2012 Audi Q7 Problems #1: Fuel Pump Failed 2012 Q7 Average Cost to Fix: $900 Average Mileage: 50,000 mi. Learn More #2: Overheating 2012 Q7 Average Cost to Fix: $800 Average Mileage: 50,000 IYTe. danjwilson. 4658 posts · Joined 2010. #7 · Aug 4, 2013. The main 'common' fault with the 3.0TDI is the EGR valve failing. Quite a few of us on A5OC have had it. It's the thick end of a grand for dealer fix. Can happen anywhere from 45k miles upward, but of course may not happen to you at all. This engine in the Audi A6 makes 250 kW (335 bhp) @ 5,000 rpm and 500 N-m (369 lb-ft) @ 1,370 rpm. Common Audi 3.0 V6 TFSI Engine Problems. Common Audi 3.0 V6 engine problems include: Timing Cover Oil Leaks; Coolant Leaks; Crank Vent Valve Failure; Crank Damper Pulley Failure; Thermostat Failures; Water Pump Failures; Spark Plug & Coil Failures st_coupe. 25 posts · Joined 2018. #6 · Feb 27, 2018 (Edited) Hi, I have changed thermostat for 3.0 TDI, you can order it separately, but not directly from VW/Audi but as a replacement part. It is easy to test, if you are unsure if it is faulty, but it is hard to reach. I will look up for part no, I have it written down. All fixes of this fault code should also be posted for further help. 16394 P0010 Series 1: failure of the regulator valve timing. 16395 P0011 Series 1: shift timing in late parties do not reach the rated value. 16396 P0012 Series 1: shift timing in early parties do not reach the rated value. 16397 P0013 Series 1 exhaust camshaft: the failure of The fourth generation Audi A6 is available in two body styles: sedan (4-door) and Avant (station wagon). The German car has a length of 4920 mm, a width of 1870 mm and a height of 1460 mm. The wheelbase is 2910 mm. The weight of the car varies from 1460 to 1950 kg depending on the version. 4,009. Points. 113. Location. Heath Hayes. Mar 21, 2014. #4. It's the same as the main serpentine belt that drives all the ancillaries there is no defined life for that you just go on the condition of it. The tooth belt drive on the fuel pump is so understressed I doubt it puts any serious amount of strain on the belt.

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