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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 04:55 AM
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Default DEF Error and Dead Instruments

Hi Guys

Im new here, so be kind!

Im running a 96 A4 1.8 (non turbo) and have a problem with dials.

The LED display reads my mileage then 'Def' underneath. Also the Rev counter, speedo and fuel guages are all dead.. but the temp guage goes to full.

Anyone seen this before? Any ideas? User manual says i should go to my Audi dealer...

Thanks

Matt and his beloved A4
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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 05:08 AM
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Default I'd try to scan it before anything else

Do you have a VAG-Com?
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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 05:56 AM
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Default Re: I'd try to scan it before anything else

Nope, sorry i dont even know what one of those is!

Any other ideas?
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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 07:38 AM
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Default Its a laptop diagnostic tool that plugs into the car.

You can test the cluster with it . Costs about $200 or there is generic one for less than $100.Since you are maybe not in North America. You might see if someone in your local forum has one. The Audi dealer is going to tell you to replace the cluster.
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