Re: '93 90CSQ problem.

[Todd Young <tyoung@wamnet.com>]

Steven Chan wrote:

> Hi, all:
>
> My '93 90CS Quattro had a problem yesterday. After I started the engine,
> there were several electrical stuffs not function at all. The head light
> did't light, the turning signals didn't work, the radiator's fan doesn't
> run, the climate control LCD doesn't light up, PW, PL both didn't work
> etc... But the low beam is Okay! I checked the fuses and they were still
> fine. However, I found that when the key was switched in the position
> before starting the engine, everything is fine such as lights etc.... Do
> you think I need to bring to a mechanics to fix it? Or is it a simple
> problem that everyone can fix it? Any suggestion is appreciated. Thanks
> for your concern.

This sounds like an ignition lock problem, could be the contacts.

Another possibility is that yourself or a previous owner have too many keys
on with your ignition key. If you have too much weight on the ignition key,
over time it will destroy the ignition cylinder, thereby creating problems
starting the vehicle.


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