Re: S6 brake warning light (update)

["Tim Miller" <tjmill1@uswest.com>]

> I took the S6 wagon into the dealer last Friday to have a couple of
> things checked out. In particular, the brake warning light didn't
> go out immediately when I released the handbrake. Sometimes it would,
> but often it wouldn't. It would go out after a couple of brake
> applications, though.
>
> The verdict was that the pressure accumulator (bomb!) has a small
> leak.
> He also said that the new part was over $600
> and that I should be happy about the warranty replacement.


I have a 92 S4 which I am experiencing the same problems of the brake light
remaining on for about a minute after startup.   If the pressure accumulator
was to have a small leak, would I notice a loss of brake fluid.   I have not
noticed the loss in fluid.   Is this a common problem with Audi's?

Tim Miller
92 Black S4
Denver, CO