This could be due to the incorrect battery being installed, or it could be an alternator problem - this needs to be checked out by your local workshop as soon as possible. Traditionally, components like the steering, the parking brake, and the gas pedal used to require mechanical linkages. How much will it cost to repair my car? If you want to learn more about the Limp mode you can check out this article:. This light comes on when car is started. The brake warning light seems to come on 50% of the time on start up. Ideally that portion of the loom needs to be replaced but since the female part of the plug is intermittent - hence faults come and go - it's worthwhile just replacing the plug and join the wires using ferrules and double crimp them. Not only for your own sake, but also your Audis engine.
Any similar problems anyone Audi A3 2. The fact that after cleaning it sorted my problem would suggest i'm on the right track although it might just need calibrated but my cable hasn't arrived yet so i've just ordered a new sensor and will do both when they arrive, i'll let you know how i get on. Some things don't ring true. Check your coolant level straight away and top up if required, if coolant level is fine it could be another component which is causing the coolant to overheat such as thermostat or a leak within the cooling system. The image below points to the troublesome plug.
You drive the car for less than 3 km and it goes into limp mode. Audi A4 B5 engine warning light - this is the engine warning symbol lamp on the Audi A4. If this light is continuously set on it means that the system is switched off, or a malfunction has occured. You can see more details here:. If you have checked the trouble code memory and got a trouble code but do not know how to fix it, you are welcome to post the trouble code on our homepage and we will answer your question. They then had to be reprogrammed at a cost of £95 plus vat.
I only get 93 Premium from my neighborhood Exxon. You will need to hook up an airbag code reader to find out where the problem is. This light does not indicate a fault within the system, and will only light up in diesel engines. If this lights up you need to get it checked out pretty quick. If there is a change, then the needs replaced on the engine.
If you need to reset a dashboard light or diagnose a fault on your Audi A4 B6 we would advise you to go for the. Example can be whilst stopping on a hill at traffic lights. You disconnect the battery and reconnect and it seems fine thereafter. Com onto it if so anyone on here got it? This basically means that your alternator is not charging the battery and should be replaced. The warning lamp will light up for about 30 seconds if the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched off.
These vehicles have drive-by-wire systems that are computer-controlled. Mine came on on the first day of ownership as the car had been sitting at the dealer for a few weeks. I agree its not worth spending out until I know whats exactly wrong with it. Edit: also, thanks for confirming the faults are logged in memory until erased, if the problem is intermittent - guess my next step at least is to get the fault codes checked! Some of the more common issues should know are covered here. We recommend you use the kit to diagnose the Audi airbag trouble code or Audi airbag problem code. If this symbol flashes for around 1 minute and remains illuminated, it signifies a fault within the system.
Not had any problems after cleaning the sensor although i need to reset the airbag light now as i had to remove the airbag to get to the sensor. Audi Hold Assist activation dashboard light Audi Hold Assist light This circle in brackets symbol is a system that monitors the Audi Hold Assist function. What's weird is they come on, as they should, when you turn on the ignition. Hi, I need some help with my mum's Audi A4 please! Do not confuse this with the battery failure warning light which will show up in the centre section of the clocks area which means the battery needs to be replaced. .
However, I can find throttle pedal position senors. When the engine was fully up to temp I never had an issue. Audi A4 B5 airbag warning light - the airbag symbol lamp will illuminate on your Audi A4 if there is a fault within this module and needs to be checked out asap. Each warning or information symbol is similar or identical to those found on the Audi A4 dashboard and included is the meaning of the light symbol. Skip the repair shop, our top-rated mechanics come to you.
Finally Audi tried cleaning my gas tank and flushed fuel system. Yesterday I turned my car on again. Once the problem has been rectified and the trouble codes have been cleared the light will turn off. If left untreated, solenoid damage will affect the fluid flow through your transmission and cause more serious and costly damage. Faults stay in the memory until erased, so even if it's intermittent it'll show up. Instead, take your car to a shop such as Desert Oasis European Auto Service and Repair as soon as possible. More often than not it will be a loose connection behind the door card or seat.