John J Szobocsan

I have searched the A6 archives and have not found a thread with regard to a problem with my Mother's '99 A6 2.8q. My Mother's car has approximately 60K on the odometer and has recently began to exhibit a power dip while cruising at moderate speeds (~45-50 mph). I have noticed that the fuel cut off during cruise is becoming more pronounced and appears to be responsible for this power dip. Is there a suitable solution to this problem or is it part of the normal aging process for the car.

Thank you for the advice.

Cordially,

John J. Szobocsan

NM TT #11
'05 S4 Cabriolet on order

Epicman1

When was the last time fuel filter & air filter changed?

April

If so, it may be the variable timing solonoid. It switches over at around 3200rpms.

John J Szobocsan

I have not noticed it at higher rpms, i.e., highway cruising at 70 mph+. The car is maintained beyond the required service and at 58K the 60K service was performed. The fuel filter and air filter was changed.

-J

Deuce4.2

Go faster

John J Szobocsan

I do go faster...It's my Mother--she drives slow!!!

QCRAZY

I wonder if the ECT is being reported wrong to the ECU.

Dirty injectors come to mind as do spark plugs (which I imagine where recently replaced). I think Techron is in your future.

I would also suggest a throttle adaptation.

April

Anything on the VAG?

John J Szobocsan

Coolant temperature gauge functioning

John J Szobocsan

I'll make an appointment for the car to have this checked. Thx.