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Old 02-20-2003, 12:49 PM
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Hey people, I need some advice. I just had one of my turbos(driverside) die on my 2000 A6 2.7T and am waiting for the new one to come in. Is it true that turbos need to be replaced in pairs? The mechanic said the other one is good and I will have to pay if it is replaced. Is there a TSB or something on this? Also I'm thinking of repalcing thr downpipes now the the turbo work is being done. Where are my options, prices?

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tip or stick?
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Default Mech should be smarter than that and do both sides.

Is this a warranty job?
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Service manual says them MUST be replaced in pairs. Mech is wrong.
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Yes. Aftermarket Warranty.
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Is this in the Bentley CD?
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The 2.7-litre V6 Biturbo Design and Function Self-study Programme 198

Page 23

The turbochargers must be replaced
in pairs
To maintain a synchronous air-flow
through the two chargers, it is
important to observe this instruction
to account for manufacturing
tolerances.

Now I am ARMED...
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wow, are you sure that guys a mechanic thats worked on audis??
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