I have an A4 which regularly, over the past few years, has become a bad starter.
Engine turns over well but won't fire.
Can't see any pattern - leave to stand or persistence seems to get it done but Missus not very happy.
I think a cure would be better than a trade-in (and cheaper).
Non-VAG garage says he can't find nothing wrong - any ideas?
start by changing the cheap stuff, plugs, leads etc. If that does not correct the problem then £30 on an ECU check might be worth the money. Though this does mean car is off the road for 4/5 days. A garage VAG check would cost much more but the car remains operational.
Steve, Did the "non-VAG garage" pull the error codes from the engine management? No patterns like following a period of hard driving, rain, refuelling, etc.? How old is the battery/wires/plugs/? Cheers! Steve Sears
1987 Audi 5kTQ 1980 Audi 5k 1962 and '64 Auto Union DKW Junior deLuxes (SPAM Blocker NOTE: Remove SHOES to reply)Very likely a bad G62 Coolant Temperature Sensor.
My two cents,
JP Roberts
P.S.: Had the same symptoms.
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