2012 Audi Q7 (4L 4L) — Repair Solution

3.0L CRCA 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · In Limp Mode · Engine

Audi Q7 (4L 4L) In Limp Mode Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Audi
Model: Q7 (4L 4L)
Year: 2012
Engine: 3.0L CRCA 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 169,000
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

The engine is losing power.

Problem Summary

The check engine light comes on, the glow plug light flashes and the engine goes into limp mode on hard acceleration.

The engine displays a rough idle on initial start-up sometimes. The vehicle drives fine until the engine is accelerated with a wide-open throttle.

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Quick Facts

CodeAUD4L12153
Vehicle2012 Audi Q7 (4L 4L)
Engine3.0L CRCA 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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