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Old 04-22-2004, 08:52 AM
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Default 4.2 steering boost mod?

I am thinking about buying a 4.2 and have a question about possible mods. I've read about a steering boost mod on the allroad forum where by simply pulling a relay, you are able to remove "extra boost", resulting in tighter, more true steering. This "extra boost" is, apparently, an option in Europe on the AR. Is there a similar relay in all A6's, most specifically the 4.2 or only AR?
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You got it.. In my 00 4.2 it was the 605 relay..
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Did it make a difference?
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I just pulled my relay a few days ago. It makes a hude diff., and takes a few days to get used to.
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Default Depends. My wife would kill if I pulled that fuse.

She likes the steering the way it is.
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Default amazing.. who ever thinks it's too tough to steer at low speed, their wrong.. it only cuts..

the boost in about half.. The steering feels much more like a Mercedes.. I have a 68 dart w/ a 340 v8 with no power steering, now that's tough to steer at low speeds.. (power steering pump is getting installed this summer..

The relay is easy to pull out.. I say it's well worth trying..
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Where is it located?
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Default check out the tech article...it'll show you the location

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thanks!
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i agree... well worth it.


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