Re:

[Aleksander Mierzwa <alex@matrix.pl>]

At 10:08 12.11.98 -0800, Frog Foot wrote:

>then driving away I found that a sensor that was located directly
>below the hose that blew up was squirting out oil, This sensor
>(unknown name) is located directly on the block and is one of two in
>the same general location (this is the 5 cyl model of course) 

These are oil pressure switches. Color of the insulator determines which
pressure it operates at.

>should I make the gas station mechanics repair this for free or what? 

That's up to you. If you feel you can prove that they broken it (and you
probably can't, BTW), then go for it.

>and if I can't get them to replace it. what should I be paying for
>this sensor, and how much is it. and what should I do to put it in?
>teflon tape was suggested by someone that does many engine repairs
>daily .. 

Go to your nearest Audi dealer, tell the parts guy which sensor are you
looking for. He will check this on his computer and sell you a new one :-)
Dunno how much is it going to cost, probably something like $20. The sensor
is probably sealed by a copper washer, so renew the washer as well. Do not
use teflon tape - it's for monkey lads who don't care to renew the seals.

Aleksander Mierzwa
Warsaw, Poland
mailto:alex@matrix.pl
87 Audi 5000CS turbo (mine)
88 Renault Medallion wagon (mom's)
91 mountain bike (just in case both cars broke at the same time :-)