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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:25 PM
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Each night this week, I start my car after work and I find something doesn't work? Like the sunroof or the turn signals or even the blower???After I shut her down and restart everything is back to normal. Any clues???
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:28 PM
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Replace your ignition switch, not your ecu,
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:29 PM
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Really....Is this a common problem?
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:53 PM
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meh, never mind.

Yes, the ignition switches in lots of Audi platforms are junk.

The switches are cheap and often fail. Replace it before you do anything else.
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:54 PM
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Default I'd bet my car on it ;-)

yes it's a common problem...
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Old Apr 20, 2005 | 06:56 PM
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Ok Ok I believe you!!! Thanks guys.
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