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    Cam chain tensioner replacement audi s4

    I was wondering if this can be replaced without taking off the timing belt or taking off the front bumper/slam pannel. I was hoping I could take off one cam and take out the CCT out the side or dose the cam pully have to come off as well? it would be easier if this was the case. Any write...
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    Water pipe failure...Potential disaster, Averted

    After yesterdays escapades I thought Id write up what has happened to make s4 owners aware of this possible problem. When doing a routine oil change I noticed a steal pipe running from the oil cooler weep coolant. On further inspection it seems that the metal pipe has corroded through to a...
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    anyone removed this pipe?

    i was doing an oil change today and noticed a drip coming from this pipe. its a metal pipe and has cracked at the y somewhere. im struggling to get it out. anyone managed this without taking the front engine mount off?
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    feedback pot for xenon light auto level

    i have noticed that when the previous owner of my car changed the suspension to adjustable coilovers, the feedback pot and linkage arm for the xenon auto level has been left un attached. im assuming this is supposed to be attached to a bracket on the original shock. however the new shock has no...
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    s4 transmission oil change Qs

    I was if anyone new the service interval for changing the rear diff oil ? I cant find this info anywhere. Should the gearbox oil be changed at the same time or is it a matter of only checking the level and topping up where neccessary? Also is there a drain plug on the diff to drain the oil or...
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    rear abs sensor part no (s4)

    could someone please tell me what the part no is of a rear abs sensor. its a 98 audi s4 could this be the correct ones? http://shop.ebay.co.uk/i.html?Model%252F%2520Series=A4&_nkw=audi%20rear%20abs%20sensor&_dmd=2&_dmpt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&_fln=1&_ssov=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m282
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    leather cleaning queery

    i bought some auto-glym leather cleaner and leather care cream. i have an s4 with alcantera trim. the leather is in good condition but want to keep it that way. the instructions on the bottle recomends testing the product in a small unseen area first. what am i looking for? how long should i...
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    front pads rattle on s4

    when going over ruff surfaces my brake pads are rattling in the carrier. was wondering if there is ment to be metal spring clips in them to stop this. if there is they are not fitted and think that is the problem. thanks in advance
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    s4 xenon headlight issue

    my s4 (98) headlights are aimed too low. am i right in thinking these have auto leveling on them. should i adjust them using the manual adjust or could it be the case that the auto leveling is not working. how can i tell if they are working. note their is no codes up when vag-com was pluged in...
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    maf part number

    just wondering if anyone new the part number for the MAF sensor off hand. i cant check the car right now but wanted to order one. its an s reg (98) s4 thanks
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    whats the f-hose for

    found a rip in my f hose, fixed it using 1/2" copper t-peice and hose till i get it from audi.:icon_thumright:. was wondering what it is for, couldnt really think nor follow the hoses.
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    s4 misfire

    my s4 has a slight miss when on idle. it also seems to do it when driving slightly hard at about 3k rpm. my thots are its a coil pack on the way out but was wondering if anyone had any input. it doesnt always do it but when it does it is a regular miss and recon its only one cylinder. altho...
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    newb, proud owner of s4 from aberdeen

    hello all, found this site quite usefull already and decided to join up. finnaly got myself an s4 in nogaro blue and alcantera trim and already have some questions to post. thanks for the information i have already gathered from this site.