rjaudi

I have a very big problem with my A4. The engine will barely idle and has an extremely difficult time powering the car when in gear. The idle just bounces back and forth between 500 rpm and 1500 rpm. Smoke is coming out of the exhaust with a very black tone to it. Its not pouring out but its definitely noticeable. Anybody shed any light onto the problem?

Solaris

MAF sensor perhaps. Black smoke sounds like a rich condition. Does it smell like gas?

rjaudi

It has a very harsh smell to it. Your probably right. How would I check the maf. The car has no codes right now, but I cant even pull it out of my driveway.

Solaris

if the car runs better, that's a good indication. Just don't drive far with it unplugged, as I don't know what that will do.

rjaudi

Unpluuged the Maf and the car idled almost perfectly. When to the VW dealer (no audi dealer in town) and got a new maf for 80 bucks. Now car is running perfect. Thanks Solaris.