Re: A4 brake problem in the rain

[David Lola <djl@alanex.com>]

 I have previously been involved in a collision because of having wet brake
disks.  NOT with an AUDI though.   I have new A4Q that I bought about two weeks
ago and much to my chagrin it has been raining almost everyday since.  It is
supposed to be sunny in San Diego.  I am a really cautious driver with my new
car and, I have payed careful attention to the brakes in the rain after reading
these messages.  Fortunately, I have never had a single event like those
described in the list.  Of course, my experience is on a small sample and I had
prior knowledge of a possible problem  from reading the list..  I would like to
suggest touching the brakes periodically when driving in the rain, works for
me.

Tom Nas wrote:

> In Germany there's a bit of a panic about brake failures on A4s in the
> rain. There've been numerous complaints about the brakes feeling fine after
> a long 'wet' drive, but turning out not to work properly. Cause of this is
> likely a buildup of water or road salt between disc and pad.
>
> The new recently-introduced A4 has a revised braking system. It remains to
> be seen if this cures the wet braking problem.
>
> Be forewarned!
>
> Source: AutoWeek Netherlands, 99/6