2004 Audi A6 (C5 4B) — Repair Solution

2.7L ARE 6cyl 30v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol · Engine Not Cranking · Engine

Audi A6 (C5 4B) Engine Not Cranking Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Audi
Model: A6 (C5 4B)
Year: 2004
Engine: 2.7L ARE 6cyl 30v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Cranking

Customer Complaint

The vehicle was towed in because it would not start. It was also using water.

Problem Summary

This vehicle had just been purchased second-hand and came with no history.

The battery was dead flat.

There was only battery voltage when the vehicle was running and the alternator warning light had appeared on the dash.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeAUDC504111
Vehicle2004 Audi A6 (C5 4B)
Engine2.7L ARE 6cyl 30v DOHC Twin Turbo MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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