[s-cars] Alternator, battery?

[Calvin & Diana Craig]

Tim,

Since it started just fine, and 10 minutes later just died I would suspect a
loose connection somewhere.  Check the battery voltage when you are trying
to turn the car over.  If it is still at 12 volts then it is a loose
connection, if it sinks to 8 volts or below it is probably your battery or
alternator.

--Calvin


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Sent: Friday, October 31, 2003 2:53 PM
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Subject: [s-cars] Alternator, battery?


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I own a 1992 Audi S4 with 141,000 miles. This morning, I started the
car, backed out of the garage and let it idle for 10 minutes or so. I
then got in it to drive to work and as soon as I disengaged the clutch,
the car died on me. I then attempted to start the car but it failed to
turn over. I waited a few minutes, attempted to start it again - this
time it sounded like it might turn over but it just didn't have enough
juice.

Up until this, there was no sign of a problem other than a brief battery
light in the dash while I was driving two days ago. The battery light
came on for about a minute, but then went away. I checked the power of
the battery that evening and it seemed okay so I didn't think much of
it.

Given these symptoms, I am inclined to believe that the problem is with
my alternator. Does this sound correct? Is this a pain to replace? Is it
a DIY job? Are there different versions of alternators for this car?
What is recommended? Thanks in advance!

Tim Lynch
1992 S4

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