[s-cars] Cam sensor thingie. RE:S6 engine trouble

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In a message dated 7/19/02 9:28:21 AM Pacific Daylight Time, audis8 at online.no
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> Hi.  I changed to new spark plugs today, that didnt help so i checked the cam
> sensor wire that is connected underneath the fuel rail....  is anything
> supposed to happen if i i disconnect the plug when the engine is
> running...???
> there is no reaction if i do that.. it even starts when its disconnected..
> no
> changes what so ever.
>
> Anyone got info?
>
> Jan
>
>

That is strange ... it's not supposed to start. I have never tried that. It
should retard the ignition by 11 degrees and reduce boost pressure (spring
pressure only) and turn off the knock sensing advancement. This is per a
training manual I have from AUDI.

Best regards,
Feico van der Laan