[urq] Cruise control vacuum+electrical switch removal

[Andrew Finney]

I didn't know. Well, guess what I'm getting on my next trip to the
yard. I assume the '85 and later use a different style switch, right?
Thanks.

Andrew.


On Fri, 10 Dec 2004 10:39:10 -0800, Tony Lum <tlum at flash.net> wrote:
> At 08:59 AM 12/10/2004, Andrew Finney wrote:
> 
> 
> >It was my understanding that they "push" in, not screw in. And to
> >remove them you effectively destroy the ridges that hold them in pace.
> >I thought Audi recommended replacing them if you remove them.
> >Otherwise you have the problem of the swtich constantly backing out of
> >the hole and a loss of brake lights or cruise control, depending on
> >the switch in question.
> >
> >Andrew Finney
> >1983 and 1984 UrQs.
> 
> Hi Andrew,
> 
> I think Audi shows the "push in" method for speed of assembly as screwing
> in the switches takes a lot more time.  Same for removal.  If a technician
> is changing these, using the Audi tool removes them quickly probably to the
> detriment of the plastic threads on the switch, but not to the steel
> retaining nut.  Those of us who scour junk yards for NLA parts like these
> have the time to remove these carefully for recondition and reuse
> later.  The ones I've pulled work perfectly well after
> re-installation.  They screw in tight and don't wobble at the set point.
> 
> -Tony
> '83 ur-quattro # 302
> 
>