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Old 02-21-2011, 11:39 PM
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Originally Posted by GoHack
Thanks for the information on the HPFP Cam Follower. I just bought a used '08 A4 (CPO), w/33,000 miles on it.

I went and ordered a Cam Follower, and as soon as it comes in, will have the HPFP pulled and the Cam and the Follower inspected. If everything checks out OK, will replace the old CAM Follower in there w/the new one, whether it needs it or not.

I know one thing, I've talked to a least two Audi Service Departments, as well as someone at Acktuning.com, and I've been told that either the issue has been fixed by Audi, w/a more hardered steel being used, or told not to worry about it until my engine warning light comes on, and finally, that it is strickly a Volkswagon issue, on their older engines.


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VW has the same exact engine and parts. There are plenty of A4's with the problem. When the warning light comes on your cam will be fried at that point as it will be too late. Sure they will replace the follower then but the worn cam will just get worse. The only real fix was the B8 model having a different 2.0t all together. Change the follower every so often and you are in good shape. Better safe than sorry right!
 
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Old 03-10-2011, 11:33 PM
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I have a 06 B7 2.0T and it is at 73k and I was not aware of this issue until reading this post. Thank you for trying to inform others (me) of this problem despite your frustration. I'll check it when i do my timing belt this weekend!
 
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Old 03-11-2011, 09:11 AM
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Post pics of the old follower. Buy a new one first because yours if not damaged will surely have the coating that protects it worn completely off.
 
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Old 03-18-2011, 12:30 AM
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First post!

Got my 2008 A4 2.0T just two weeks ago. I have no idea if the Coil Packs / PCV / Diverter Valve issues have been handled by the previous owner. Is there an easy way I can visually identify old versus new?
 
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Old 03-18-2011, 04:36 PM
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I think AUDI can look up work done by Vin #. I know the recalls can be for sure. 2 different dealers even knew my warranty expiration date so there is some central system.
 
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Can i get the chip first and get the others following? Im on a tight budget... The Fuel Pump upgrade would be the first thing i would get, but thats also almost 400 bucks. Would i be safe to run without it for a little while?? Same with the upgraded PCV valve?
 
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Old 04-24-2011, 12:50 AM
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I think we answered this down below. Get a test pipe and go stage 2. Save up for the fuel pump and get stage 2(Plus) Later. Your DV and PCV will eventually fail with the highr power. Change them when you can.
 
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Old 06-11-2011, 11:28 PM
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Added BSH PCV instructions, APR program swap video (GTI Same as A4), detailed DIY on Cam Follower check.

I officially sold my GTI (Got a trailblazer SS) so all my 2.0t cars are gone. I will go through all my saved links and try to add stuff that applies here as I find them. They may be GTI links but the stuff is the same.
 
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added more info
 
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Old 07-20-2011, 03:53 AM
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Will the check engine light come on before I need to replace these mentioned parts above? I just purchased a 08 a4 2.0T with 36K miles. When abouts do you think I should replace the parts?
 


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