Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 13:40:22 -0400, "Steve Sears"
<steve.sears@SHOESsoil-mat.on.ca> wrote:

>Mark,
>Chances are that something has gone awry, like an oxygen sensor, coolant
>temperature sensor, or the like. There's probably a fault code logged by
>the engine management system, you just have to read the code.
>Unfortunately, your car probably requires a hookup and computer program to
>read the codes, like VAG-COM. If you're planning to do most of the
>maintenance yourself (electrical troubleshooting, etc.), then it may be a
>good idea to invest in a reading program. http://www.ross-tech.com/ has
>developed one that's cheaper than the one the dealer uses - they have
>pricing on the web......wonder why the garage charges so much just to plug
>one in?
>The folks at Audiworld may have some suggestions as well.

Thanks again Steve for your response. I did think about a sensor
fault but I had assumed that there would be some kind of warning light
on the dash to indicate this. Is this not the case with Audi?

I've looked at the VAG-COM product, but it's a bit expensive for
occasional use. I guess I'll just take it the the garage. It's due a
service anyway.

Cheers, Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 13:40:22 -0400, "Steve Sears"
<steve.sears@SHOESsoil-mat.on.ca> wrote:

>Mark,
>Chances are that something has gone awry, like an oxygen sensor, coolant
>temperature sensor, or the like. There's probably a fault code logged by
>the engine management system, you just have to read the code.
>Unfortunately, your car probably requires a hookup and computer program to
>read the codes, like VAG-COM. If you're planning to do most of the
>maintenance yourself (electrical troubleshooting, etc.), then it may be a
>good idea to invest in a reading program. http://www.ross-tech.com/ has
>developed one that's cheaper than the one the dealer uses - they have
>pricing on the web......wonder why the garage charges so much just to plug
>one in?
>The folks at Audiworld may have some suggestions as well.

Thanks again Steve for your response. I did think about a sensor
fault but I had assumed that there would be some kind of warning light
on the dash to indicate this. Is this not the case with Audi?

I've looked at the VAG-COM product, but it's a bit expensive for
occasional use. I guess I'll just take it the the garage. It's due a
service anyway.

Cheers, Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 13:40:22 -0400, "Steve Sears"
<steve.sears@SHOESsoil-mat.on.ca> wrote:

>Mark,
>Chances are that something has gone awry, like an oxygen sensor, coolant
>temperature sensor, or the like. There's probably a fault code logged by
>the engine management system, you just have to read the code.
>Unfortunately, your car probably requires a hookup and computer program to
>read the codes, like VAG-COM. If you're planning to do most of the
>maintenance yourself (electrical troubleshooting, etc.), then it may be a
>good idea to invest in a reading program. http://www.ross-tech.com/ has
>developed one that's cheaper than the one the dealer uses - they have
>pricing on the web......wonder why the garage charges so much just to plug
>one in?
>The folks at Audiworld may have some suggestions as well.

Thanks again Steve for your response. I did think about a sensor
fault but I had assumed that there would be some kind of warning light
on the dash to indicate this. Is this not the case with Audi?

I've looked at the VAG-COM product, but it's a bit expensive for
occasional use. I guess I'll just take it the the garage. It's due a
service anyway.

Cheers, Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 18:18:48 +0100, "Steve68s"
<steve68s(remove)@btinternet.com> wrote:

>
>"Mark" <ihatespam@spam.spam> wrote in message
>news:gt6nc1pd5rf65l9o4arj5vtt229lhoups0@4ax.com.. .
>> Hi,
>>
>> I have a '99 A6 Avant 2.4 V6 (UK model). The fuel consumption has
>> always been poor (24-28mpg) but recently it has got worse (18mpg).
>> Before I pay a garage a load of money is there anything I should be
>> looking for?
>>
>> I can't find a service manual for this car in the UK (Haynes don't do
>> one).
>>
>> TIA, Mark.
>>
>
>Check the air filter, if its clogged up this could cause poor fuel
>consumption,

I'll do this --- if I can find it

Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 18:18:48 +0100, "Steve68s"
<steve68s(remove)@btinternet.com> wrote:

>
>"Mark" <ihatespam@spam.spam> wrote in message
>news:gt6nc1pd5rf65l9o4arj5vtt229lhoups0@4ax.com.. .
>> Hi,
>>
>> I have a '99 A6 Avant 2.4 V6 (UK model). The fuel consumption has
>> always been poor (24-28mpg) but recently it has got worse (18mpg).
>> Before I pay a garage a load of money is there anything I should be
>> looking for?
>>
>> I can't find a service manual for this car in the UK (Haynes don't do
>> one).
>>
>> TIA, Mark.
>>
>
>Check the air filter, if its clogged up this could cause poor fuel
>consumption,

I'll do this --- if I can find it

Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 18:18:48 +0100, "Steve68s"
<steve68s(remove)@btinternet.com> wrote:

>
>"Mark" <ihatespam@spam.spam> wrote in message
>news:gt6nc1pd5rf65l9o4arj5vtt229lhoups0@4ax.com.. .
>> Hi,
>>
>> I have a '99 A6 Avant 2.4 V6 (UK model). The fuel consumption has
>> always been poor (24-28mpg) but recently it has got worse (18mpg).
>> Before I pay a garage a load of money is there anything I should be
>> looking for?
>>
>> I can't find a service manual for this car in the UK (Haynes don't do
>> one).
>>
>> TIA, Mark.
>>
>
>Check the air filter, if its clogged up this could cause poor fuel
>consumption,

I'll do this --- if I can find it

Mark.

Mark

On Wed, 6 Jul 2005 18:18:48 +0100, "Steve68s"
<steve68s(remove)@btinternet.com> wrote:

>
>"Mark" <ihatespam@spam.spam> wrote in message
>news:gt6nc1pd5rf65l9o4arj5vtt229lhoups0@4ax.com.. .
>> Hi,
>>
>> I have a '99 A6 Avant 2.4 V6 (UK model). The fuel consumption has
>> always been poor (24-28mpg) but recently it has got worse (18mpg).
>> Before I pay a garage a load of money is there anything I should be
>> looking for?
>>
>> I can't find a service manual for this car in the UK (Haynes don't do
>> one).
>>
>> TIA, Mark.
>>
>
>Check the air filter, if its clogged up this could cause poor fuel
>consumption,

I'll do this --- if I can find it

Mark.