A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion Discussion forum for the B5 Audi A4 produced from 1995-2001 B5 FAQ

engine no start

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 21, 2010 | 06:49 PM
  #1  
B5rydin's Avatar
Thread Starter
Audiworld Junior Member
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
From: illinois
Default engine no start

got into my car today to go to work stopped at the gas station and when leaving my car started funny and while sitting at the light died out of no where so i tried starting didnt fire first try then it did on the second ran like crap so i pulled over and it died and would not start back up so got it towed tried to do some diagnosing it has a p0011 code it is getting fuel but no spark and at this point i have a cam chain tensioner that needs replacing idk if that could of caused it by the timing possibly goin off or wht but any help id appreciate it thanks
Reply
Old Oct 22, 2010 | 11:03 AM
  #2  
Pete@ECSTuning's Avatar
Audiworld Basic Sponsor
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 3,623
Likes: 0
Default

Sounds like a timing problem for sure. If your cam chain was in fact on its last leg, you may have jumped a tooth or more, causing it to run poorly or not at all. Pull your valve cover gasket and see if that is the case.
__________________
:: www.ECStuning.com :: Now with EXTENDED Customer Service hours!! | FIND US ON FACEBOOK!!
Phone: 1.800.924.5172 - Sales: 8:30am to MIDNIGHT EST | Customer Service 8:30am - 8pm EST
Questions? PM us for a quick response! | Email: Pete@ecstuning.com
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Oldskhl
A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
13
Oct 21, 2016 01:38 PM
Philhawtin
A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
7
Jun 27, 2013 06:48 AM
cgt83
Audi 4000 / Coupe GT Discussion
4
Feb 18, 2009 11:54 AM
MacDuff in Reno
30v V6 Discussion
11
Nov 20, 2006 09:32 PM
Mike O.
1.8T Discussion
4
Oct 1, 2005 10:06 AM




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 04:04 AM.

story-0
Audi Unveils Absurdly Cool New Supercar: 10 Things You Need to Know!

Slideshow: Limited to just 499 units, the 987-horsepower halo car signals a new chapter for Audi performance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-04 17:37:15


VIEW MORE
story-1
The Highs & Lows of Every Audi C-Class Generation

Slideshow: The highs and lows of every Audi C-Class generation.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:05:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Most Expensive Audis Ever Sold on Bring-A-Trailer

People were more than happy to shell out big bucks for these cars.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 15:32:23


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Audi Features & Options We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: 10 Audi features and options we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 19:33:47


VIEW MORE
story-4
Audi Recreates Crazy-Looking Speed Record Breaker From 1935

Slideshow: Audi has recreated one of the wildest machines of the pre-war speed-record era, reviving a streamlined V16 racer that originally exceeded 200 mph in 1935.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:49:34


VIEW MORE
story-5
Coachbuilder Recreates the 1995 Audi TTS Concept

Slideshow: A Dutch coachbuilder has reimagined the original Audi TT by finishing what the 1995 concept only hinted at.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-05 15:17:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every Audi V10 Car Ranked!

Slideshow: Ranking every Audi V10 road car

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:11:56


VIEW MORE
story-7
9 Audi Designs That Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: A look back at the Audis that didn't just survive changing tastes, they quietly outgrew them.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-28 19:38:27


VIEW MORE
story-8
2026 Audi Q5 Buyer's Guide (Every Model Explained)

One year off a full redesign, the best-selling Q5 is getting a few more updates.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-17 09:56:19


VIEW MORE
story-9
Ranking Every Current Audi 'S' Model From Worst to First!

Slideshow: Ranking every current Audi 'S' model on sale today from worst to best.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-16 10:28:28


VIEW MORE