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Audi A4 TQ-Purchasing Checklist27/11/2007
When you're
purchasing your Audi,
Check CV boots for cracks and or rips. Check condition of coolant hoses. Check radiator coolant condition. Dirty? Oily? If oily, possible blown head gasket and vehicle was likely overheated. Check brake fluid level and condition. Dark? If so, replace Likely it hasn't been replaced in over 2 years. Check condition of v-belts. Alt. A/C P/S Timing Check differential seals (transmission). Check main seals (engine). Check valve cover gasket for leaks. Check vehicle lights.
Check
tires for wear. Wear on inside or outside means possible alignment problem
due to worn suspension components. Check brake pad thickness. Check front shocks. Check front shock protective boots and stops. Check rear shocks. Check wiper blade condition and washer sprayer pump. Check oxy. sensor age. Are original tie straps used on oxygen sensor wiring harness? Check tune. Check filters. Air Fuel Check exhaust system. Holes Weak Spots Secure all maintenance records from customer. See if regularly serviced. Check maintenance book in glove box. Road test-downshift all gears to check syncros. Listen for whines or howling in transmission above 40 mph. Possible differential problem. Road test-Bring car to speed-brake hard. Any shuddering could be warped rotors. Check emergency brake for function. Make sure it doesn't stick or drag. If it does, could possibly be bad calipers/cables. Listen for howling coming from front or rear of car. If noise, could be wheel bearing. Swerve side to side over 40 mph, listen for noise to confirm which bearing it is.
Upon
initial startup, check for excessive emissions. If exhaust is blue in color,
may be leaky injectors or excessive oil Accelerate hard, check for misses, bucking. May need tune, oxygen sensor. Listen and check exhaust system for leaks Check exhaust manifold for leaks, cracks. When starting engine cold it is usually noticed.
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