quattro Digest, Vol 25, Issue 11

[Lee Levitt]

Sean writes:

> I haven't heard of many 2.8s with overheating issues. I would suspect
> a clogged cooling system somewhere or perhaps a faulty fan (clutch,
> motor, bad bearing, whatever). To be honest, I would be more concerned
> that the head may be damaged if this is a recurring problem with this
> car; who knows how long the car has been overheating?

If it doesn't overheat on the highway, it's probably a fan component.

My '02 needed a fan control module, $600 for the part. Have an Audi dealer
diagnose this...indies can't.

Lee