Re: Quattro problem guide needed

[harrison <hsapir@multiverse.com>]

Torsen came when the names changed to 100/200 series. The quattro drivetrain is a
solid system, there is not much to go bad except typical car stuff like CV joints.
The older (gen I) systems sometimes had problems with the vacuum assembly that
engages the diff locks.

harrison

harrison

Sachelle Babbar wrote:

> If I decide to get a quattro 5k or 200, what do I look for in the quattro
> system itself, if it isn't working? 88 was when they first started putting
> Torsens in the cars, right? I remember a posting that said that the centre
> diff had completely worn and the driveshaft was almost not connected
> anymore. How do I test for this as well as other problems? How does the
> quattro operate (locks on and off @ mph, abs with diff locks, etc.)? How's
> tire wear with the quattro? TIA!
>
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> *Disclaimer:"Any information contained herein is based purely on my own
> *personal experience and may not necessarily reflect yours. Use caution as
> *your results may vary from mine."
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