2002 A4 clunking noise
#21
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhockey@gmail.com wrote:
> Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> happen?
Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
that's actually the problem).
Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
> This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> difference to audi?
You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
> Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> happen?
Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
that's actually the problem).
Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
> This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> difference to audi?
You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#22
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
Thanks for the truly worst case scenario!
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#23
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
Thanks for the truly worst case scenario!
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#24
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
Thanks for the truly worst case scenario!
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#25
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
Thanks for the truly worst case scenario!
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
I have had the car in the shop at least once every two months over the
past year. It just seems to me like audi didn't take much time in
building this car right. how can a supposed "luxury car" have more
reliability problems than a hyundai?
anyway, i am going to drive the car home and take it to my mechanic
tomorrow morning. i'll report back on what i find out.
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#26
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#27
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#28
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#29
Guest
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
this moment?
On Jul 22, 3:17 am, Madesio <em...@invalid.address> wrote:
> On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 18:55:56 -0700, tockeyhoc...@gmail.com wrote:
> > Thanks for the reply. The noise has gotten worse over the last two
> > days. Unfortunately, I am hundreds of miles away from home. Should I
> > be worried about driving home tomorrow? What's the worst that can
> > happen?
>
> Not sure as to exactly how badly the upper control arms are worn (if
> that's actually the problem).
>
> Worse case scenario is the bushings completely wearing to the point where
> they disintegrate and break apart. All that's left is the bolt in the
> middle of the area where the bushing formally resided in. The combination
> of friction resulting from the metal to metal contact and stress from
> suspension movement will break this bolt in two. Depending on which side
> breaks, the wheel will lean to the arm that holds, being forced into an
> unusual position causing you to lose control of your vehicle if you
> happen to be driving. Not trying to scare you but you asked.
>
> > This car has been nothing but a pain in the *** since I bought it. Is
> > there any channels through which I can complain that would make a
> > difference to audi?
>
> You can try your local dealer as they may be able to warranty certain
> things out of goodwill depending on your mileage and maintenance records.
#30
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Re: 2002 A4 clunking noise
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> one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
> all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
> wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
> all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
> this moment?
>
The control arm problem is usually associated with the front upper arms. I
drove my '98 A4 for thousands of miles as the problem gradually got worse.
Finally had it fixed recently when I bought new tires. Total at an
independent including tie rod ends and 4-wheel alignment was about $1300.
news:1185103716.943202.208340@g4g2000hsf.googlegro ups.com...
> one other quick question: do the control arms eventually wear out on
> all four wheels, or is it an issue that mainly happens with the front
> wheels? is there any sense, while i have it in the shop, of having
> all of the bushings replaced even if only one of them is bad right at
> this moment?
>
The control arm problem is usually associated with the front upper arms. I
drove my '98 A4 for thousands of miles as the problem gradually got worse.
Finally had it fixed recently when I bought new tires. Total at an
independent including tie rod ends and 4-wheel alignment was about $1300.