Some 4kq related questions

[Russell T. Neyhart]

Taka,
    IMHO, VW kept the pull-style diff-locks for utilitarian and economic
reasons.  The QSW used the JT 2.2l engine with a type 016 (code AAU)
transmission with either an AAG or AMP code rear diff.  My QSW has an AAG
diff.  I believe the drivetrain to be identical for the most part to the
4KQ.
    Concerning the clutch, there may be air in the system, the pedal bushing
could be tight, or the return spring could be jammed.  VW says to use ATF
Dexron or Dexron II in the PS system.
Russ
'86 QSW
'88 QSW
'88 Fox 2D

-----Original Message-----
From: TM <t44tq at bellatlantic.net>
To: Quattro List <quattro at audifans.com>
Date: Tuesday, October 03, 2000 1:51 PM
Subject: Some 4kq related questions


>Hi listers,
>A friend of mine just bought a VW Quantum Syncro last weekend.
>
>Now I'm somewhat familiar with these cars- basically the same as
>a 4kq.
>
>Some questions:
>Are there any differences in the drivetrain or engine from a 4kq?
>
>Why does an '88 Quantum still have the pull-knob system for the
>diff locks when the '85 4kq already went to the dial system?
>
>What would cause the drivetrain (possibly the rear diff) to whine?
>
>He's got some work to do:
>Sticky clutch wants to stay down when depressed- possible bad clutch
>slave cylinder?
>
>Suspension is messed up- one tire has heavy uneven wear on the outside
>shoulder.
>
>Hydraulic fluid is low- does this car use the special G00 2000 or
>does it take ATF? I assume it uses the special stuff. Wet return hose
>as well as the pressurized hose to the rack, but the pump is dry.
>Do these hoses go bad w/o the pump going? The pump is groaning rather
>loudly, but that may be due to low PS fluid.
>
>Car needs a tune up- cap, rotor, plugs and wires.
>
>Thanks,
>Taka