2004 s4
05-08-2010, 10:24 AM
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Re: S4 from the US
I wouldn't do it if I were you... You should try and find one here - you might save 4-5k at most on the import but really, is it worth all the trouble? Also have you seen the car? o you know what condition its in?
05-08-2010, 10:43 AM
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Re: S4 from the US
05-08-2010, 11:16 AM
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Re: 2004 s4
back to the first question, yes that year had problems with oil burning. I did the same, traded a a4 avant for a 04 s4 avant, the best part of my upgrade was the fact that my engine was swapped with a 07 b7 4.2, which doesn't seem to have the oil problem. There is a certain serial number of engine in the 04 world where some mods were done by the factory to fix a few problems, google a bit and you'll find it... i'll see if i can pull something up for you.
05-10-2010, 02:54 PM
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Re: 2004 s4
What is the specific issue regarding 2004 S4 engine burning oil? I have not heard of this for the 2004 S4 4.2L. A good friend has one at 180K+ KMs and it does not burn any oil.
05-10-2010, 05:47 PM
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Re: 2004 s4
Don't like putting another forum's links up but:
b6 s4 \ burning oil
Audi S4 Oil Questions - CarSpace Automotive Forums
Interested in a B6 S4. Oil Consumption question - AudiWorld Forums
b6 s4 \ burning oil
Audi S4 Oil Questions - CarSpace Automotive Forums
Interested in a B6 S4. Oil Consumption question - AudiWorld Forums
05-11-2010, 09:57 AM
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Re: 2004 s4
bint2k - How is your 4.2L doing for oil consumption?
Interesting links if you read everything as more owners report no problems with oil consumption, including at least one hard driving Autobahner. There are thousands of 4.2L engines out there and a small group are reporting the issue. Wonder how their specific cars was treated as several with the issue indicate they drive it hard and bought it used? Do you have the specific engine serial number range that is suggested to have this specific issue?
After inspecting for and / or repairing any obvious oil leaks in the system, a leak down test of any engine including Audi 4.2L's will verify if there is an existing issue that contributes to burning oil. If burning oil is a concern, perhaps Ban should consider paying a qualified tech to perform a leak down test as part of the inspection process on any used car before deciding to purchase.
Interesting links if you read everything as more owners report no problems with oil consumption, including at least one hard driving Autobahner. There are thousands of 4.2L engines out there and a small group are reporting the issue. Wonder how their specific cars was treated as several with the issue indicate they drive it hard and bought it used? Do you have the specific engine serial number range that is suggested to have this specific issue?
After inspecting for and / or repairing any obvious oil leaks in the system, a leak down test of any engine including Audi 4.2L's will verify if there is an existing issue that contributes to burning oil. If burning oil is a concern, perhaps Ban should consider paying a qualified tech to perform a leak down test as part of the inspection process on any used car before deciding to purchase.
05-11-2010, 12:36 PM
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Re: 2004 s4
bint2k - How is your 4.2L doing for oil consumption?
Interesting links if you read everything as more owners report no problems with oil consumption, including at least one hard driving Autobahner. There are thousands of 4.2L engines out there and a small group are reporting the issue. Wonder how their specific cars was treated as several with the issue indicate they drive it hard and bought it used? Do you have the specific engine serial number range that is suggested to have this specific issue?
After inspecting for and / or repairing any obvious oil leaks in the system, a leak down test of any engine including Audi 4.2L's will verify if there is an existing issue that contributes to burning oil. If burning oil is a concern, perhaps Ban should consider paying a qualified tech to perform a leak down test as part of the inspection process on any used car before deciding to purchase.
Interesting links if you read everything as more owners report no problems with oil consumption, including at least one hard driving Autobahner. There are thousands of 4.2L engines out there and a small group are reporting the issue. Wonder how their specific cars was treated as several with the issue indicate they drive it hard and bought it used? Do you have the specific engine serial number range that is suggested to have this specific issue?
After inspecting for and / or repairing any obvious oil leaks in the system, a leak down test of any engine including Audi 4.2L's will verify if there is an existing issue that contributes to burning oil. If burning oil is a concern, perhaps Ban should consider paying a qualified tech to perform a leak down test as part of the inspection process on any used car before deciding to purchase.
