80Q - Strange Warning Lights

[Jeff]

When I went out to look at my alternator, the problem became much clearer...

No Alternator Belt!!!

A little sweat, a little blood, a little skin and half a fingernail later I 
now have a new belt.

Damn it's tight in there!!!

I am actually surprised that I was able to drive with no alternator as long as 
I did. It was at least 20 minutes with headlights, wiper and A/C on.  I guess 
it's a good thing I replaced the battery a month ago.

Thank you.

Jeff




I was Quoting Huw Powell <audi at humanspeakers.com>:

> 
> > Last night, while driving, the following lights came on and have stayed on:
> 
> > 
> > Coolant Warning Light - Blinks 
> > Brake Warning Light - Blinks 
> > Parking Brake Light 
> > Battery Light 
> > 
> > Does anyone know what this is an indication of ?? 
> 
> Alternator not charging... your brushes are probably worn down.  They 
> are integral with the voltage regulator, can be replaced or get a whole 
> new unit.  Some new stainless steel screws to remount it would be a good 
> idea, too.  (It's on the back of the alternator)
> 
> -- 
> Huw Powell
> 
> http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi
> 
> http://www.humanthoughts.org/
>