A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion Discussion forum for the B7 Audi A4 produced from 2005-2008.5

Where's the ECT sensor located, and is there a DIY change?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 8, 2012 | 11:14 AM
  #1  
KTreece's Avatar
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Newcomer
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Default Where's the ECT sensor located, and is there a DIY change?

One of my fans doesn't work and neither does my ac. My temp reads 117 when it's 100.

Would the etc sensor possibly fix this? Also any idea where it's located and if there's a DIY guide. I've tried to search all over but it's kinda hard being that I have only my phone for a while.

Oh, it's a 3.2 quattro.
Reply
Old Aug 8, 2012 | 04:08 PM
  #2  
Borganism's Avatar
AudiWorld Newcomer
 
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
From: Adelaide, Australia
Default

Ive only just bought my Audi so not sure if im going to answer you right. Im assuming the ECT sensor is the thing that reads the inside temp and then the AC systems works from that info.

If thats the case (at least on my car) the vent looking thing just at the top of the ac controls in the center hides the temp sensor. This may not be what you want, but if the temp is reading wrong it might be a start.

Paul
Reply
Old Aug 8, 2012 | 08:19 PM
  #3  
KTreece's Avatar
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Newcomer
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Default

I should note, right now it's 75 outside and it reads outside temp right and everything is functioning properly. Only messes up around 92-105 actual outside temp.
Reply
Old Aug 10, 2012 | 11:32 AM
  #4  
KTreece's Avatar
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Newcomer
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Default

Does anybody have the service manual to check? I have a Mac do I can't install it.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
RallyCV
Audi 5000 / 200 / V8 Discussion
0
May 14, 2009 12:57 PM
Q7/A6Wagoneer
A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
2
Mar 30, 2009 04:52 AM
sgrasso
A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11
Jul 26, 2005 01:20 PM
quattromano
Audi 90 / 80 / Coupe quattro / Cabriolet
2
Mar 18, 2004 04:53 PM
TTallroader
Audi allroad
1
Jan 4, 2001 10:21 AM




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 02:24 PM.

story-0
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-1
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-2
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-3
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-4
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-5
Every Audi V10 Car Ranked!

Slideshow: Ranking every Audi V10 road car

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


VIEW MORE
story-6
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-7
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-8
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
story-9
10 Best Audis That are FINALLY LEGAL to Import to the U.S.!

Slideshow: 10 best Audis that are finally legal to import to the U.S.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-24 17:20:08


VIEW MORE