engine problems...
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engine problems...
Well, I never thought I would be saying this but I'm really disappointed by my Audi. To make a long story short, it's a 98 1.8t with 71k miles and now I need to change the turbo and water pump. The dealer is quoting me $3500 for this job (changing all belts included in this price). I purchased the car last year with 41k miles and installed a turbo timer immediately. i've changed the oil and performed regular maintainance on the car.
The point is, I expected that this car can go 150k+ miles without major problems and this is a big setback for that plan. I simply expect more reliability from an Audi. A 4-year old car with that many miles (mostly highway by the way) should not be having these problems. The engine is not modded in any way and the car hasn't been raced. The only thing I can think of is that maybe the previous owner drag raced on a daily basis. I'm not sure what my options are, but Audi of America will be getting a letter from me. Then again, maybe there is reason why Hyundai has a better warranty than Audi.
The point is, I expected that this car can go 150k+ miles without major problems and this is a big setback for that plan. I simply expect more reliability from an Audi. A 4-year old car with that many miles (mostly highway by the way) should not be having these problems. The engine is not modded in any way and the car hasn't been raced. The only thing I can think of is that maybe the previous owner drag raced on a daily basis. I'm not sure what my options are, but Audi of America will be getting a letter from me. Then again, maybe there is reason why Hyundai has a better warranty than Audi.
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You know there was a Technical Bulletin you may want...
to look into. Subject: Turbocharger, Failure Due to Lack of Lubrication Models A4 1997 1998> VIN 8DWA180000
Condition
Lack of scheduled maintenance and/or high temperatures may cause oil in the oil supply line to coke which can restrict or stop oil flow to the turbocharger. Lack of oil flow may damage the turbocharger.
Service:
Replace turbo, Oil Supply line 058145778, and Heat shield 058129585B.
Condition
Lack of scheduled maintenance and/or high temperatures may cause oil in the oil supply line to coke which can restrict or stop oil flow to the turbocharger. Lack of oil flow may damage the turbocharger.
Service:
Replace turbo, Oil Supply line 058145778, and Heat shield 058129585B.
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Upside of Turbos: high hp from low displacement . . .
Downside of turbos: they do not last forever and require replacement several times in the life of the vehicle depending on boost and few other factors.
However, I would agree that 71,000 seems a bit premature. A turbo should last longer than a timing belt. I would expect an average life of 100,000 miles, based on my experience with turbo diesels.
Additionally, beware of "stealerships"; have an honest, experienced independent mechanic confirm the diagnosis. I have seen a lot of dealerships hit with fines for recommending unnecessary repairs.
Good luck with it!
However, I would agree that 71,000 seems a bit premature. A turbo should last longer than a timing belt. I would expect an average life of 100,000 miles, based on my experience with turbo diesels.
Additionally, beware of "stealerships"; have an honest, experienced independent mechanic confirm the diagnosis. I have seen a lot of dealerships hit with fines for recommending unnecessary repairs.
Good luck with it!
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