jvossman

Hello,

I have a 2001 s4 avant 6 speed. its my daily driver and has 97k miles. I am original owner. It is very stock.

2 days ago check engine light came on and the whine that sounds like a low powered dentist drill came on. Blown turbo right? Multiple questions.

Is this a slow building problem or should I park the car right now. I am scheduled to drive to Tampa and back this weekend, approx 700 miles. I don't want to do anything to permanently damage the car.

What is the least expensive way to repair/replace the turbos. Should I do just the one or do both. I am interested in returing to just stock to I guess that is KO3s right.

Is there other stuff I should get done while its in there. I have done the timing belt already, but I read people talk about wheel bearings and control arms...exhaust tank, etc.

What shop should I bring it to? Again, in Miami FL

I apologize I did search the forum under turbo couldn't find anything. If there is a thread that already addresses these issues just point me there.

Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

John V
Miami FL

quickaudi:STFA

and see what it means.

A dentist drill could mean a blown turbo - you should find out very, very quickly, and don't drive it if you think that you have a bad turbo. Turbos are replaced in pairs, and there is no least expensive way.

WTF is an exhaust tank?

benisecu

Mike turbo inc. phone- 305-885-9082 305 885 9084 12630 nw south river dr. bay #1 medley, fl 33178. they rebuild my turbo for my s4 and they give you warranty. I think is much better to rebuild it then to get a used one because you don t know what your getting, so by rebuilding it you know for sure that it works.

Bimmer Needs Reverse

Blown turbos won't bring on a CEL. Definately have it VAG'ed.