[s-cars] New S6 owner / engine noise

Lee Levitt lee at wheelman.com
Sat May 13 10:48:28 EDT 2006


David writes:
> 
> When I had a mystery noise coming from the engine, it finally 
> turned out to be a rod bearing. It would tap when releasing 
> throttle between 3-4K rpm. I think letting off boost and 
> restricting throttle allowed the piston to float and then the 
> noise would appear. More so when warm than cold. It was #5. 
> Just recently got it back together. I have parts and 
> suggestions if you need them.

And I had a *really* nasty sound coming from the front end of my '02 A6.
Sounded very expensive. Turned out to be a seized air conditioning
compressor.

...and *it* would have been expensive, if not for my extended warranty...

Lee



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