[s-cars] CPS replacement

[Tom Green]

I would take notice of this web site, Jim, and order before they  
change prices.  This is Miramar Audi in San Diego but you can be sure  
these prices are only good online.

There are at least three other dealers using this web catalog model,  
but none approach the prices here.  Even Carson Heter at Riverside  
Audi in NJ advertising 20% over cost on
Audiworld is 20% above most of these prices online.  I have had these  
guys bookmarked for a good while but with the confusion of the other  
places that look the same I had not picked up
on the great prices they have.  The only down side is the catalog  
model is not perfect and lists 2.8L on many of the listings so you  
may need to enter part numbers in the specific search to
verify the correct part rather than using the model listing.  The  
corresponding illustrations have errors as well, all predictable  
since the listing groups A6/S6 together for parts that are not the
same.

Since they are a dealer, all parts are advertised to be genuine with  
12 month Audi warranty.

Tom

> Date: Fri, 9 May 2008 19:17:59 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Graham Hicks <urs6turbo at yahoo.ca>
> Subject: Re: [s-cars] CPS replacement...and fuel filter leak...
> To: Jim Fleischer <jim at almgt.com>, s-car-list at audifans.com
> Message-ID: <623930.38385.qm at web52204.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
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> I know there were groupbuys for a replacement CPSes and I remember  
> seeing  updated part numbers and the like but the cheapest place  
> I've found for OEM parts (and they seem to have everything) is  
> genuinevwaudiparts.com.
>
> The CPS p/n is 034 905 161 and they have it for $128.
>
> I just went through the front end on my S6 and genuinevwaudi had  
> every bolt nut and washer I went looking for.  On just the hardware  
> for the bushings, mounts and control arms job I'm getting ready to  
> do, they were $107shipped for what my local dealer wanted $176+13% 
> tax (NewBrunswick)
> http://www.genuinevwaudiparts.com/
>
> I hope you heal up quick the cut is not too bad.  My father gave 2  
> fingers to a table saw when I was 'bout 8 - little recollection of  
> the whole thing, but I remember him saying he didn't feel it until  
> he say blood on the floor.
>
>
> Cheers,
> Graham Hicks
> UrS6Turbo at Yahoo.ca
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Jim Fleischer <jim at almgt.com>
> To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> Sent: Thursday, May 8, 2008 5:26:44 PM
> Subject: [s-cars] CPS replacement...and fuel filter leak...
>
> Hey guys,
>
> Thank you to Rob, Chris, Marc and Shawn for the replies.  Consensus  
> has it that the CPS needs to be replaced.  Due to recent hand  
> injury, (damn table saws) I'm a little out of the "DYI" mechanic  
> loop for awhile, so unfortunately may need to have this done at the  
> local shop.  Wondering what they'll hit me for as far as parts and  
> labor.  Anyone have to go this route lately?
>
> Upon further examination of the fuel filter, there is a small leak  
> from the front banjo bolt.  Small leak meaning there are signs of  
> fuel remains around the front of the filter housing, and a small  
> droplet of fuel clinging to the front bolt.  Would this be enough  
> of a loss of fuel pressure to not allow the car to start?  I'll try  
> to tighten it up anyway, maybe just replace it altogether, but was  
> wondering if that could be the issue.
>
> Back to the CPS.....if I was to replace the CPS myself, or source  
> the parts, and not wishing to complicate things by splicing  
> brackets, etc, where would the best/cheapest place to get said  
> CPS?  I have another vehicle at my disposal, so I can wait on a  
> mail order/Internet deal or such.
>
> Also, upon reading some posts regarding the CPS.....my CEL only  
> flashed once, very quickly, prior to any problems.  Audiworld posts  
> seem to state that the failing CPS will trigger the CEL and keep it  
> on.  Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks again......this list is priceless!
>
> Best regards,
>
> Jim Fleischer
> '95 S6 avant
> '83 ur