A4 1.8T Q (B6)- SLUDGE problem confirmed

[Dan DiBiase]

--- Taka Mizutani <t44tqtro at gmail.com> wrote:

> Scott-
> 
> I'm just a bit curious- I had a '99 A4 1.8T with 61k miles, never had
> any issues with sludge.
> 
> Then again, I used Mobil 1 0W40 black cap "european car formula" for
> the entire time after the original factory fill, including all
> scheduled maintenance, with OEM filters.
> 
> I was under the impression, especially the way the TSB was worded that
> the sludge issue really only occurs with standard oil, synthetic
> should not have this happen.
> 
> My car was very very clean when the head was pulled.

Taka, I am glad to hear that, as that is exactly what I am using with my
car!

Dan D
'04 A4 1.8Tq MT-6
Central NJ USA