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Old 01-09-2011, 03:48 PM
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Since later heads did not have the bolts, I think you will probably be fine. Worst case scenario, drive it like that until something goes wrong.... But I really think it will be ok
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Old 01-09-2011, 11:21 PM
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Well, I used a scan tool and the dreaded code of "misfire - cylinder 6" came up. My Audi is a 1998 A4 Quattro. I was looking at the Audi forum when I came upon this thread and thought to myself that I never checked it the coil can be replaced individually or would I have to buy a coil pack? I am on a budget, so if I can get away with it, I'll buy two and use one as a spare.
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yeah, they are individual coils
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Old 01-10-2011, 09:37 AM
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Default Re: Advise on Ignition Coils

The reason I am a bit concerned is because,

The Coils I bought unlike the OEM ones that were there, are sticking out maybe a 6th of an Inch above the head. The rubber hose does seem to have a good connection with the Spark Plug, but sticking out a bit.

With it not being securely bolted, should I be concerned with moisture and condensation, especially during Winter ?

I am going to try a Bolt Extractor next weekend and see if I can bore out the stuck screw. Something you guys would recommend doing or no ?
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Old 01-15-2011, 09:41 AM
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try cutting back the sheething that cover the plugs that go to coils, mine were cracked and bare wires showing taped em up, and no problem. mines a 2001 a4 quattro
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Default Re: Advise on Ignition Coils

Originally Posted by ta2audi
try cutting back the sheething that cover the plugs that go to coils, mine were cracked and bare wires showing taped em up, and no problem. mines a 2001 a4 quattro


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Old 01-15-2011, 01:29 PM
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i had experienced same problem save yourself big $ peel back the rubber boot by the clip on each coil tube, might be hardened a lil. mine had bare wires arcking across on all 4 if em, got some tape and taped em up, been good for 3 months.

if you want or need new ones heres the link for them.... good luck

01 2001 Audi A4 Quattro Ignition Coil Connector Kit - Engine Electrical - Karlyn - PartsGeek
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Default Re: Advise on Ignition Coils

If you read the thread, you will see his coils are not the problem, they are new. His issue is that he broke the bolt that connects them. I would nit recommend cutting/taping your coils.
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Old 01-15-2011, 03:36 PM
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not the coils them self. the wires that plug into each coil is what im refering too
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I gotcha now.... I still don't think that is his prob though.... His coil is sticking up vertically out of the head. I don't think he is saying that the electrical plug is loose on the coil.
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