Re: Problem with leaky fuel metering distibutor

[BJohn77777@aol.com]

In a message dated 96-03-28 20:42:25 EST, you write:

>I am the original owner of a 1987 Audi 5000SQ with 115K miles and 2.3liter
>fuel injected engine.  I have developed a leak in the sensor coming from the
>fuel metering distibutor located next to the air cleaner element.  Fuel
>squirts and drips on the interior of the engine compartment.  The dealer
>claims that the whole distributor needs to be replaced to the tune of
$1,300.
>
>
>I was wondering:
>1)What is the sensor coming from the fuel distibutor?
>2)Can't the sensor just be replaced? 
>3)Is this a job for a do it yourselfer, local garage, dealer?
>4)What should I pay for this? 
>
>Thank you,
>Bruce Plante
>Minneapolis, Minnesota  

Bruce,

If it is attached to the fuel distributator then it is the differiential
pressure regulator.  It can be changed separately.  It looks real easy to do
yourself, (4 screws & o-rings, 1 electrical connector...or maybe just 4
o-rings...have you tried tightening the screws?)  A couple of years ago they
were running around $140.00 from Import Parts Connection. (1-800-472-1144
order line; 1-209-229-0647 tech info line; 2534 N. Blackstone Ave., Fresno,
CA 93703) Disclaimers apply...just a satisfied customer.

Bruce Johnson
85 4KCSQ