Engine holding back

[bodger1961]

Had a problem with my A4 where appropriate the engine was begining to hold back at 3800 rev in 5&6 gear as thou it was being starved of fuel. After several calls,:o Audi have said there are software problems, now its been updated its as smooth as a babys bum.

[73kingstonroad]

Hi... Is your car a automatic ie multitronic, as I've heard of this before.

Martin

[bodger1961]

Hi... Is your car a automatic ie multitronic, as I've heard of this before.

Martin

Neither its 6 speed manual

[avant_adam]

Pretty sure my car is a twin of yours!

Can't say I've noticed any particular flat spots at those rpm / gear combo's (haven't got that quick yet...). I do notice a slight hesitation if cruising at around 1950 rpm and then push to accellerate.

It will be in for a service in a month or so - I will get the garage to check out if there are any software updates available.

[benb8]

Hi Adam, I also get this, almost feels like it's missing on one cylinder, but only on gentle acceleration, only seems to happen on motorways at constant speeds. if you push hard it goes away.

Mine is a 08 3.0tdi man avant, so probably old ecu software too.
It would be interesting to know what the latest version is?

Apart from that What a car!!! The pick up is phenomenal, I also have a 2000 911 Carrera 4, selling it now as the A4 is as much fun, and the porker is getting on a bit ;)

[bodger1961]

Pretty sure my car is a twin of yours!

Can't say I've noticed any particular flat spots at those rpm / gear combo's (haven't got that quick yet...). I do notice a slight hesitation if cruising at around 1950 rpm and then push to accellerate.

It will be in for a service in a month or so - I will get the garage to check out if there are any software updates available.

I did have my car superchipped this was removed before it went in, Audi sent the file off to Germany and they did not pick anything up, having map reinstalled next week now the car is ok.:o

[avant_adam]

How is it with the SuperChip? I am fancying the MTM tune. 300 bhp and 600 Nm sounds sweet.

Any comments would be really great.

[benb8]

I second that.

What's it like? and is there any increase in mpg?

[bodger1961]

Same as yours 50 bhp i did go with a 2 year warranty which means the car is covered for its manufactures term should audi blame the mapping for any problems. I now a mobile tech in the midlands area got a good price and peice of mind with warranty covers upto 10k.;)

[bodger1961]

I second that.

What's it like? and is there any increase in mpg?

When its mapped for performance you dont worry about mpg lol but on a boring run about 60 mile round trip i can get 42/45 mpg:o

[avant_adam]

and what about the performance - how is that?

:beerchug:

[benb8]

When its mapped for performance you dont worry about mpg lol but on a boring run about 60 mile round trip i can get 42/45 mpg:o

42 mpg on a run is good!!
+ 50 bhp I take it you really notice the power increase?

I didn't know you could get warranties, I may be seriously tempted in a few months, buying a house at the mo so need the cash for that.

So what was the approximate cost for the mapping and the warranty?
I am tempted by the Bluefin superchips option, but not available on the B8 yet.

Anyone know when it will be?

[avant_adam]

Superchips list the a5 3.0TDI 240 option - I expect that if you asked them it would be possible now.

Just a guess.

[ScottyUK]

Bodger,

While they're fixing your car you might want to fix your signature ;)

[bodger1961]

and what about the performance - how is that?

:beerchug:
1st gear waste of time as with all diesels the rest relentless power smooth delivery no sudden surges

[bodger1961]

ok anymore mistakes lol

[bodger1961]

42 mpg on a run is good!!
+ 50 bhp I take it you really notice the power increase?

I didn't know you could get warranties, I may be seriously tempted in a few months, buying a house at the mo so need the cash for that.

So what was the approximate cost for the mapping and the warranty?
I am tempted by the Bluefin superchips option, but not available on the B8 yet.

Anyone know when it will be?

My local mobile fitter said not one available yet but will remap and 3 warranty £430 midlands area. :D

[ScottyUK]

ok anymore mistakes lol

a4 advant 3.0tdi quattro metallic milano leather sports seats 5 spoke arm alloys audi drive select full package hill hold assist xenon lights heated seats rear parking b&o int light package tech pack- sat nav plus, ami& cruise open sky panoramic roof phone prep 3 spoke multi function sports steering wheel storage pack in electric tailgate

[bodger1961]

good and smooth relentless power thru all gears except 1st which is poor on a diesel.

[bodger1961]

a4 advant 3.0tdi quattro metallic milano leather sports seats 5 spoke arm alloys audi drive select full package hill hold assist xenon lights heated seats rear parking b&o int light package tech pack- sat nav plus, ami& cruise open sky panoramic roof phone prep 3 spoke multi function sports steering wheel storage pack in electric tailgate

England lit wos not my bestest subject lol:D