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Audi A4 Avant: Check engine light, engine failure and misfiring

Strong exhaust smell

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Engine shuts off by itself

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Check engine light on

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Unsteady engine

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Loss of engine power

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Jerking on acceleration

Hello, I have a strange problem with my Audi A4 Avant gasoline engine. The check engine light is on and the engine switches itself off, plus there is a loss of engine power. The engine runs unevenly, jerks when accelerating and there is a strong smell of exhaust fumes. I suspect that misfiring could be the problem. Have any of you ever had similar problems and if so, how did you get them resolved at the garage? What were your experiences? I am very grateful for any advice.

(Translated from German)

19 comment(s)


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@Rczwickel

Audi A4 2017. Intermittent drive system malfunction. Will clear for a couple days then come back again. This has been going on for a few weeks. I’ve seen a lot of possibilities for this. Battery, turbo unit, exhaust, fuel rail. Will this tool narrow it down further without a dealer intervention

The intermittent drive system malfunction could indeed be due to a variety of issues. However, before you consider a dealer intervention, you could try using an OBD2 scanner tool to read the fault codes. This should give you a more specific idea of what's causing the problem. Once you have the fault codes, you can look them up to understand the issue better. Please share the fault codes here if you need further assistance.

Ash2024

Hello, I have an Audi A4 Avant, 2016, and 145,235 kms are done. I am facing check engine light issue. Can you please help me with a solution?

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@Ash2024

Hello, I have an Audi A4 Avant, 2016, and 145,235 kms are done. I am facing check engine light issue. Can you please help me with a solution?

The check engine light can be triggered by a variety of issues, ranging from a loose gas cap to a serious engine problem. The first step would be to use an OBD2 scanner to read the fault codes. These codes will give you a better idea of what's causing the light to come on. Once you have these codes, you can look them up or share them here for further assistance. Remember, if the light is flashing, it indicates a more serious issue and you should get your car checked by a professional as soon as possible.

David21

Bonjour.jai changer la distribution de mon audi a3 1.8 tfsi de 2008.et j'ai changé la pompe haute préssion aussi.elle démarit bien ,je la laisse tournée 5 min puis au troisième coup d'accélérateur la voiture retomber mal au ralentis puis tourne comme une patate ,énorme vibration,limite de calé. After checking the fault codes are 00017, and ignition cylinder 1,3,4. I checked the distri 10 times. But the code 00017 puts me in doubt. Thanks for your feedback

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@David21

Bonjour.jai changer la distribution de mon audi a3 1.8 tfsi de 2008.et j'ai changé la pompe haute préssion aussi.elle démarit bien ,je la laisse tournée 5 min puis au troisième coup d'accélérateur la voiture retomber mal au ralentis puis tourne comme une patate ,énorme vibration,limite de calé. After checking the fault codes are 00017, and ignition cylinder 1,3,4. I checked the distri 10 times. But the code 00017 puts me in doubt. Thanks for your feedback

Bonjour David21, The fault code 00017 usually indicates a problem with the control module. However, since you're also getting ignition cylinder errors, it's possible that there's an issue with the ignition coils or spark plugs. I would suggest checking these components first. If they appear to be in good condition, you may need to have the control module checked by a professional. Please keep us updated on your progress.

Kenji

Hi i keep getting misfires on cil1 sometimes it also happens on cil3. I already changed sparkplugs and i swapped all the coil plugs position. On top of that i also changed the low pressure injector of cil1. I don’t really know what to do right now. So any help or thoughts would be appreciated, Thanks!

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@Kenji

Hi i keep getting misfires on cil1 sometimes it also happens on cil3. I already changed sparkplugs and i swapped all the coil plugs position. On top of that i also changed the low pressure injector of cil1. I don’t really know what to do right now. So any help or thoughts would be appreciated, Thanks!

Hi Kenji, Misfires can be caused by a variety of issues. Since you've already checked the spark plugs, coils, and injectors, the next step might be to check the fuel system. A clogged fuel filter or a failing fuel pump can cause misfires. If the fuel system is fine, you might want to check the compression in the cylinders. A compression test can help identify any issues with the engine's valves, piston rings, or cylinder walls. Please keep us updated on your findings.

Simon

Hi, I urgently need help with my Audi A4 B8 (built in 2008, 1.8 TFSI). I'm really desperate and hope someone has some advice. The problem: My car displays the error codes P227900 (air intake system leak) and P017100 (fuel equipment, bank 1 - fuel too lean). In addition, the check engine light is illuminated and the engine jerks from time to time. What I have already done: 1. replaced the following parts: - Lambda sensor - Mass air flow sensor - temperature sensor - Crankcase ventilation 2. further steps: - I sprayed all the relevant points with brake cleaner to find a leak. - At the same time, I monitored the lambda sensor values in the readout device. Observation: The lambda sensor always equalizes the value to around 6.54 in the long term. I no longer know what to do. Does anyone have any ideas as to what else it could be or what I should check? Any help would be great!

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