hi guys, i disconnected the battery of my 1999 s3, and once reconnectd, i tried to start the car but it wont go, it starts for a sec then dies. is there a way i can fix this? worried cos i wont get anyone in audi til tuesday probably! help please!!!
yes it is definately mine! tried the spare key, 'workshop' key, and even the plastic one! none of which work. i had the battery disconnected for about an hour as i had the clusters out. the orance light (of a car with a key on it) just repeatedly flashes when i put the key into the ignition.
Very odd, I've had the battery go flat on my S3 a few times due to lack of use, and even changed to a new battery, so disconnected for 30 minutes or so, and no ill effects. Have you tried the spare key?, failing that, it's new ignition barrel time I think.
hey jojo why did you mention the barrel?? do these 'go' on the S3?
reason i'm asking is the gf had a problem with the car today. says she couldn't turn the key!? I had a look at it and it seems fine to me.