1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

You may have broken the timing belt. $$$$

Hopefully, it is something more easy to correct.

You should pull the ECU codes.

If you are not into mechanical work, have it checked by an independent mechanic
that is familiar with Audis. Check the mechanic's reputation with other local
Audi owners.

Wild Bill wrote:
> I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
> the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
> light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
> low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.
>

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

You may have broken the timing belt. $$$$

Hopefully, it is something more easy to correct.

You should pull the ECU codes.

If you are not into mechanical work, have it checked by an independent mechanic
that is familiar with Audis. Check the mechanic's reputation with other local
Audi owners.

Wild Bill wrote:
> I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
> the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
> light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
> low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.
>

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

You may have broken the timing belt. $$$$

Hopefully, it is something more easy to correct.

You should pull the ECU codes.

If you are not into mechanical work, have it checked by an independent mechanic
that is familiar with Audis. Check the mechanic's reputation with other local
Audi owners.

Wild Bill wrote:
> I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
> the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
> light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
> low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.
>

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

You may have broken the timing belt. $$$$

Hopefully, it is something more easy to correct.

You should pull the ECU codes.

If you are not into mechanical work, have it checked by an independent mechanic
that is familiar with Audis. Check the mechanic's reputation with other local
Audi owners.

Wild Bill wrote:
> I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
> the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
> light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
> low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.
>

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 12:36:09 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
>the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
>light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
>low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.

Did *all* of your dash warning lights also come on? If they did it
probably is a broken timing belt. When you try to start it, does the
starter motor sound high pitched like it is turning without any
resistence? If this is the case, you definitely have a broken timing
belt. Low oil pressure (little oil can light) shouldn't have caused
your engine to stop. It might make some clickedyclack noises soon
after, but not stop the engine.

Dave (who has never heard that clickedyclack noise)
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 12:36:09 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
>the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
>light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
>low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.

Did *all* of your dash warning lights also come on? If they did it
probably is a broken timing belt. When you try to start it, does the
starter motor sound high pitched like it is turning without any
resistence? If this is the case, you definitely have a broken timing
belt. Low oil pressure (little oil can light) shouldn't have caused
your engine to stop. It might make some clickedyclack noises soon
after, but not stop the engine.

Dave (who has never heard that clickedyclack noise)
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 12:36:09 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
>the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
>light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
>low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.

Did *all* of your dash warning lights also come on? If they did it
probably is a broken timing belt. When you try to start it, does the
starter motor sound high pitched like it is turning without any
resistence? If this is the case, you definitely have a broken timing
belt. Low oil pressure (little oil can light) shouldn't have caused
your engine to stop. It might make some clickedyclack noises soon
after, but not stop the engine.

Dave (who has never heard that clickedyclack noise)
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 12:36:09 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>I was driving my car home today and it was running really well then all
>the sudden i got an anoying beep to look up and see the little oil can
>light come on then my car just totally shut off. is this a safety for
>low oil or oil pressure i cant seem to get it to restart for anything.

Did *all* of your dash warning lights also come on? If they did it
probably is a broken timing belt. When you try to start it, does the
starter motor sound high pitched like it is turning without any
resistence? If this is the case, you definitely have a broken timing
belt. Low oil pressure (little oil can light) shouldn't have caused
your engine to stop. It might make some clickedyclack noises soon
after, but not stop the engine.

Dave (who has never heard that clickedyclack noise)
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Is there an easy way to check and see for a broken timing belt? The guy
i got it from recently changed the timing belt not but a little over a
year ago. I cant get it to restart it really sounds like its turning
over with not alot of resistance at all and im gettin no spark to the
spark plugs. i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Is there an easy way to check and see for a broken timing belt? The guy
i got it from recently changed the timing belt not but a little over a
year ago. I cant get it to restart it really sounds like its turning
over with not alot of resistance at all and im gettin no spark to the
spark plugs. i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Is there an easy way to check and see for a broken timing belt? The guy
i got it from recently changed the timing belt not but a little over a
year ago. I cant get it to restart it really sounds like its turning
over with not alot of resistance at all and im gettin no spark to the
spark plugs. i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Is there an easy way to check and see for a broken timing belt? The guy
i got it from recently changed the timing belt not but a little over a
year ago. I cant get it to restart it really sounds like its turning
over with not alot of resistance at all and im gettin no spark to the
spark plugs. i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Also i dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Also i dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Also i dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Also i dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.

Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:

> I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
> almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
> down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.
>
> Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
> reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?
>

There is a method for pulling the codes but you would need a manual to interpret
them.

Based on your feeling that it is turning over with little resistance and no
spark I would guess that you did loose the timing belt. Sorry.

The previous owner may have changed the belt but there are other items involved
in the job like tensioners, idler pulleys, water pumps ... that can also cause
the failure. If they all had not been changed then the job was not done
correctly and I think that you have paid the price.

Flat bed to an Audi shop to verify.

Nice car to have that happen but it sure sounds like that is the problem.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:

> I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
> almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
> down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.
>
> Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
> reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?
>

There is a method for pulling the codes but you would need a manual to interpret
them.

Based on your feeling that it is turning over with little resistance and no
spark I would guess that you did loose the timing belt. Sorry.

The previous owner may have changed the belt but there are other items involved
in the job like tensioners, idler pulleys, water pumps ... that can also cause
the failure. If they all had not been changed then the job was not done
correctly and I think that you have paid the price.

Flat bed to an Audi shop to verify.

Nice car to have that happen but it sure sounds like that is the problem.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:

> I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
> almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
> down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.
>
> Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
> reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?
>

There is a method for pulling the codes but you would need a manual to interpret
them.

Based on your feeling that it is turning over with little resistance and no
spark I would guess that you did loose the timing belt. Sorry.

The previous owner may have changed the belt but there are other items involved
in the job like tensioners, idler pulleys, water pumps ... that can also cause
the failure. If they all had not been changed then the job was not done
correctly and I think that you have paid the price.

Flat bed to an Audi shop to verify.

Nice car to have that happen but it sure sounds like that is the problem.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:

> I dont know if all the lights came on on the dash but it was
> almost like someone just shut the key off and the engine instanly shut
> down but nothing else in the car shut off or interupted.
>
> Is there an easy way to get the ecu codes without needing a computer
> reader and how do i do it if u can read them without a special computer?
>

There is a method for pulling the codes but you would need a manual to interpret
them.

Based on your feeling that it is turning over with little resistance and no
spark I would guess that you did loose the timing belt. Sorry.

The previous owner may have changed the belt but there are other items involved
in the job like tensioners, idler pulleys, water pumps ... that can also cause
the failure. If they all had not been changed then the job was not done
correctly and I think that you have paid the price.

Flat bed to an Audi shop to verify.

Nice car to have that happen but it sure sounds like that is the problem.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 19:07:52 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Sorry, Bill, but it sounds like a timing belt. The engine would not
just suddenly shut off if the oil light came on. Chances are you ate
some valves. Tow it to an Audi dealer or have a mech look at it
wherever it is. It will be an expensive repair and may not be worth
it considering the age of the car. Good luck.

Dave
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 19:07:52 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Sorry, Bill, but it sounds like a timing belt. The engine would not
just suddenly shut off if the oil light came on. Chances are you ate
some valves. Tow it to an Audi dealer or have a mech look at it
wherever it is. It will be an expensive repair and may not be worth
it considering the age of the car. Good luck.

Dave
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 19:07:52 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Sorry, Bill, but it sounds like a timing belt. The engine would not
just suddenly shut off if the oil light came on. Chances are you ate
some valves. Tow it to an Audi dealer or have a mech look at it
wherever it is. It will be an expensive repair and may not be worth
it considering the age of the car. Good luck.

Dave
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 16 Jan 2007 19:07:52 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>i sure hope its not the timing belt.

Sorry, Bill, but it sounds like a timing belt. The engine would not
just suddenly shut off if the oil light came on. Chances are you ate
some valves. Tow it to an Audi dealer or have a mech look at it
wherever it is. It will be an expensive repair and may not be worth
it considering the age of the car. Good luck.

Dave
RS6

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:
> can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
> turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?
>
Is there an easily accessible timing belt cover? If so, pull that and look.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:
> can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
> turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?
>
Is there an easily accessible timing belt cover? If so, pull that and look.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:
> can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
> turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?
>
Is there an easily accessible timing belt cover? If so, pull that and look.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

Wild Bill wrote:
> can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
> turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?
>
Is there an easily accessible timing belt cover? If so, pull that and look.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 17 Jan 2007 07:45:39 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
>turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

I guess. But believe me, a car's engine does not just suddenly stop
like you describe unless it is a timing belt. If you try to start it
and the starter is turning without resistance, it is a timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 17 Jan 2007 07:45:39 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
>turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

I guess. But believe me, a car's engine does not just suddenly stop
like you describe unless it is a timing belt. If you try to start it
and the starter is turning without resistance, it is a timing belt.

Re: 1990 audi V8 Quattro problem
 

On 17 Jan 2007 07:45:39 -0800, "Wild Bill" <Duckhnter83@aol.com>
wrote:

>can u pull the distributor caps off and check to see if they are
>turning would that tell u if the timing belt broke or not?

I guess. But believe me, a car's engine does not just suddenly stop
like you describe unless it is a timing belt. If you try to start it
and the starter is turning without resistance, it is a timing belt.