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Audi, A6, C4, 2.6 (1994-) Common Issues

1. Timing Chain Tensioner Failure

Occurrence: 20%Cost to repair: $800

Symptoms:

Rattling or knocking sound from the engine, especially when accelerating


2. Coolant Leak

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $300

Symptoms:

Green or yellow coolant on the ground under the car, low coolant level in the reservoir


3. Faulty Mass Airflow Sensor

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $200

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling, or stalling


4. Bad Rear Main Seal

Occurrence: 18%Cost to repair: $600

Symptoms:

Oil leaks on the rear main bearing area, oil spots on the garage floor


5. Faulty Oxygen Sensor

Occurrence: 10%Cost to repair: $150

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling, or stalling


6. Worn out Rear Suspension Bushes

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $400

Symptoms:

Clunking or knocking sound from the rear of the car when driving over bumps


7. Faulty Automatic Transmission Solenoid

Occurrence: 8%Cost to repair: $900

Symptoms:

Slipping or hesitation between gears, unusual noises from the transmission


8. Clogged Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $1200

Symptoms:

Increased engine RPM when idling, illuminated check engine light


9. Faulty EGR Valve

Occurrence: 9%Cost to repair: $180

Symptoms:

Poor engine performance, rough idling, or stalling