100TQW MAC14 MC-2 won't start

[isham-research.freeserve.co.uk at pop.pol.net.uk]

>>  Reassembled, tried the starter.  Just the same as before.
>>  Tried again - started and purred l.ike a kitten.  Drove it for 15
>>  miles - cut out once.  Tacho dropped to zero, even though
>>  the engine was still running.


> Sounds to me like an ignition switch on its way out. BTDT.  The coolant
> code could be there if the power to the electronic thermoswitch failed.

Good theory - especially since the 'lights/radio are on' warning buzzer
has also changed its behaviour.

> Also, don't forget to check the ground connections located below the
> fuse panel. I've had two type 44s with loose grounding bolts which
> caused all sorts of mayhem...

Again, another good one.  I found the manifold grounds loose and got
all happy for a moment or two ...

--
 Phil Payne
 UK Audi quattro Owners Club
 Phone +44 7785 302803   Fax: +44 7785 309674