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Old 07-18-2012, 08:07 PM
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Default 98 A4 Quattro 1.8t Whatever?

I don't know where to begin so please help.
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 08:19 PM
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Help with what....?
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 08:31 PM
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lol This is a 1st,someone asks for help but doesn't state,what they need help with.

You my friend,are the n00b of the year.
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 08:37 PM
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Doesn't even says it in the title! I'm confused
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 08:39 PM
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i have a 98 quattro and its in fair to good condition and im kind of uneducated in repairing and maintaining foreign cars so i trying to find out where to start.
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 08:51 PM
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first of all im pretty sure my car misfires whenever i am 50% throttle and it needs an ac belt and a new tire and a new cat as well as a handfull of other minor things...so i was really just looking for a good place to start. any suggestions?
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 09:04 PM
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I am taking it to get the CEL codes tomorrow so then at least ill have something to go by but so info/suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 09:07 PM
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Also my front bumper sags at the corners and it wont really snap in. Anyone ever had this problem?
 
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Old 07-18-2012, 11:15 PM
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Front bumper not being firmly secured in the corners is a common issue, clips gets broken/worn out.over time. Common issue.with mis fires is the coil pack, and spark plugs. Basic maintaince starts at looking for boost/vaccum leaks, checking the water pump and timing.belt, and obviously checking the air filter. Hopefully this points you too the right direction. Also dont forget to check your axles, bushings, and front suspension.
 
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Old 07-19-2012, 12:38 AM
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with this car i see most of the common problems that it is known for maybe not so bad as others have endured but in the long run i am looking to try and make this car moderately fast and sound good run and drive better.
 


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