2013 Audi SQ5 (8R) — Repair Solution

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

Audi SQ5 (8R) In Limp Mode Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Audi
Model: SQ5 (8R)
Year: 2013
Engine: 3.0L CGQB 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Twin Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 130,482
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

The vehicle went into limp mode with the glow plug coil light flashing. The customer reported a hard fault code P0090 that could not be cleared.

Problem Summary

Initially, the vehicle presented with a slight misfire but was still running. The customer drove it until it stopped completely and was towed in. Multiple fuel system faults were investigated, leading to repairs on the high-pressure fuel pump and an injector. While the vehicle was able to start and drive again, it remained in limp mode with a persistent P0090 fault code, indicating an ongoing issue in the fuel metering circuit.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeAUD8R13153
Vehicle2013 Audi SQ5 (8R)
Engine3.0L CGQB 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Twin Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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