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Is the Audi A6 timing belt or timing chain driven?

Is the Audi A6 timing belt or timing chain driven?

Craig Murray (Blackrock)

Jan 2014 Filed under: servicing

Expert answer

Hi Craig,

The Audi A6 has a timing belt.


How can I get my dealer to fix my Audi?

Bought an Audi A6 from a dealer in Dublin last Monday; on Wednesday a fault appeared on the dash about the gearbox fault code 17090; rang the dealer on Thursday and told he will not fix the car; took it the main Audi dealer and did a diagnostic check and was told the car is not safe to drive.

What do I do now?

Damien Oconnell (Clonee Dublin)

Jan 2014 Filed under: gearbox

Expert answer

Hi Damien,

Right, did the dealer offer a warranty? If so, any faults should be covered. Even if they didn’t, you’re quite right — under consumer protection laws a product has to be ‘of merchantable quality’ and clearly that car isn’t. I’d ask for something in writing from the Audi dealer that inspected the car, setting out exactly what the fault is and then if the dealer still won’t play ball, get your solicitor on the case.


Should my Audi A6 be juddering in first?

Hi, I am driving a 2009 Audi A6 with 91,000 miles on the clock and a manual gearbox. It shudders on take off in first gear, mostly after starting in the morning. Any idea what it might be? I have had it to the garage and they tell me its a "feature" of the car. Not convinced!! Can you help? Gearbox oil has been changed.

Jim Hynes (Dublin)

Jan 2014 Filed under: fault

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Hi Jim,

I'm inclined to agree with you, though it's difficult to know for sure without experiencing it for myself. From what you say it really sounds like a clutch or flywheel problem and the only way to fix it could be a replacement of those items. Not cheap, sadly.


What do you think of the Dacia Duster?

Hi,

I have an 02 Audi A6 1.8T converted to LPG; my problem is when it rains, the floor behind the driver's seat gets soaked; where is water getting in?

Also, I'm considering buying a Dacia Duster; what's your opinon on them?

Chris Mcguirk (Meath)

Oct 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Hi Chris,

Well, the simplest answer to your rain problem is that it sounds as if the door or window seals are gone, or it could possibly be a leak from the air conditioning system. A quick trip to the garage should sort that out. As for the Duster, it’s a fine car for the money — they’re reasonably nice to drive, certainly rugged and reliable and very practical too, but you’re going to have to put up with seats that are less than stellar on longer journeys, and a dashboard made of the lowest-grade plastics around.

2016 Dacia Duster review (post-facelift)

2012 Dacia Duster review


How to tell if this Audi A6 has quattro?

Hi,

I am interested in buying a used 2008 Audi A6 3.2, but how do I know if it's quattro or not? There is no tag of quattro on the back, just A6 3.2.

Naushad Ali (Mumbai)

Oct 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

Expert answer

Hi there,

Four-wheel drive wasn’t standard on the 3.2 FSI model, so if it doesn’t say quattro on the badge, it’s unlikely to be quattro underneath (unless the badge has fallen off of course). Why not ring the seller and ask?


Can you help me choose between a new Audi A6 or BMW 5 Series?

I'm stuck between my choice for a new car. I've narrowed it down to an Audi A6 or BMW 5 Series. I hated the Mercedes-Benz E-Class; it felt so cheap inside. Friends tell me that the BMW is a much more dynamic car due to being rear-wheel drive, but I'm not the kind who likes to throw my car into roundabouts and corners; I would prefer a good, solid, reliable car with attractive features. I'm getting swayed towards an A6 at the moment. Probably mostly because I'm seeing too many BMW 5 Series on the roads. Any help or opinions would be appreciated...

James Corbett (Nenagh)

Sep 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi James,

Well, frankly that's a good dilemma to have. Both are utterly excellent cars and you honestly won't go wrong picking either.

To compare, you're right that the BMW does feel that bit more reactive, that bit more plugged in to the road surface, but the gap between the A6 and the 5 Series is far narrower in that regard than once it was. 

You're also right that the 5 Series is becoming a touch, shall we say, common on the roads these days and while Audi is hardly struggling to shift A6s, they are perhaps a little less widely seen.

One small spanner in the works; have you tried the Jaguar XF? It does give a little away to both the Germans in terms of cabin design and space, but it's gorgeous and utterly brilliant to drive. Plus, of a Friday night, you get to turn to your significant other and utter the immortal words; "Darling, tonight, shall we take the Jaaaaaaaaag...?"


Is the Audi A6 allroad quattro due an update?

When was the current model of the Audi A6 allroad quattro introduced and is there any update due?

Thanks

Philip Donegan (Ballina)

Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Philip,

The current A6 allroad quattro was actually only introduced last year (2012) so there won't be any major updates for a while yet. The previous generations ran from 1999 to 2006 and 2006 to 2012.


Common faults with the Audi A6 estate?

What are the common faults with the 2009 Audi A6 Avant estate?

Heino Kass (Swords)

Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

Expert answer

Hi Heino,

 

Check for vibration from the dual-mass flywheel on the 2.0-litre engines, and that the drain at the bottom of the windscreen has not become clogged with road debris and leaves. If it’s the 2.0-litre TDI and it’s smoking a lot, then the turbo is probably gone or about to go, and that engine needs a cam belt change at 120,000km.

Check the rear brake discs for excessive wear or scoring marks too — the electronic handbrake can stick on and damage the disc. Check everything electrical carefully in general for a car of that age, and don’t buy without a full and complete service history.


I'm considering buying an Audi A6 Avant.

Considering buying a 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TFSI. Are there any known issues with this car and engine or anything in particular to watch out for? How reliable have they proven to be?

Conor Long (Dublin)

Aug 2013 Filed under: reliability

Expert answer

Hi Conor,

We've heard of a few electronic glitches (faulty cruise control, sticky electric handbrakes), but other than that, the A6 seems to be built to the usual solid Audi standards. As always, if you're looking at a high mileage one, remember that this is a complex, expensive car so make sure it has a full service history and appears to have been cared for.


What's the 2.0 TDIe Audi A6 like?

How does an Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI S line compare to a 2.0 TDIe S line?

Cormac Power (Dublin)

Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

Expert answer

Hi Cormac,

It will depend on the year and model you’re talking about, but if you mean the 2008 Audi A6 update, which was the first model with the TDIe engine, then it’s basically lightly tweaked for economy and emissions, but those will be nothing to write home about compared to more modern cars. The TDIe could manage 53mpg and 139g/km, but that was with the 140hp engine, so it’s a touch under-powered in the A6. You could be better off going for a more powerful 170hp version, which will have slightly higher emissions, but which will probably do better in economy terms in real-world driving - and far more satisfying to drive.


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