2008 Audi A4 Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 2008 Audi A4 Oil Leaks From Camshaft Chain Tensioner and Valve Cover Gaskets

    Engine oil leaks are common from the valve cover gaskets and camshaft chain tensioner gasket.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Check Engine Light and/or Hesitation Due to Failed High Pressure Fuel Pump

    2.0L turbo charged engines may develop a hesitation on acceleration and/or illumination of the Check Engine Light due to a failed high pressure fuel pump or a worn camshaft follower or camshaft. Our technicians tell us that whenever the high pressure fuel pump is replaced the camshaft and the follower should be checked for wear. The camshaft lobe pushes on the follower to operate the high pressure fuel pump. Frequent inspection of the cam and high pressure fuel pump can prevent cam failure.

  • 2008 Audi A4 FSI and TFSI Engines Carbon Buildup (Intake Valves, Intake, Runner Flaps P0300 series

    The 2006-2017 Audi A4 uses the 2.0FSI, 2.0TFSI, and 3.2FSI direct injection engines. These engines are subject to carbon buildup in the intake system which can cause power loss, OBD codes and a check engine light , and a rough idle . In normal engines, the engine is cleaned by the gasoline flowing through the injectors and into the intake system, however, the A4 uses direct injection so gasoline does not flow through common carbon buildup areas.

    Possible trouble codes include: P0300 , P0301 , P0302 , P0303 , P0304 , P0305 , P0306 .

    The solution is to remove the intake manifold and professionally clean the intake manifold, intake ports on the cylinder head, and the intake valves. This may need to be done in as few as 20,000 miles.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Premature Wear in Multi-Link Suspension Components May Cause Noise

    Premature wear in various multi-link suspension components can cause noises that are difficult to diagnose. Worn suspension parts can also cause uneven tire wear and create steering alignment problems.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Check Engine Light Due to Faulty Torque Converter

    A problem with the torque converter can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Inspect CV Boots and Joints at Each Service

    Our technicians recommend having the constant velocity (CV) boots and CV joints inspected at each service. Servicing torn CV boots early can prevent the need to replace the CV half shaft or CV joint.

  • 2008 Audi A4 No Start after Refueling and Popping Noise from Trunk

    Popping sounds from the rear of the vehicle may be heard moments after starting the engine, or when slowing to a stop. This noise is from the leak detection pump filling the fuel tank with air, and releasing to retest the system when it finds a fault. The sequence of faults identifying this issue are as follows:

    • Succession of loud pops from rear of vehicle
    • Pops go away, and fuel economy decreases
    • Check engine light illuminates
    • OBD trouble code P2404 and/or P0441 is stored
    • Engine will not start after refueling (must crank for over 30 seconds)
    • Vibration when slowing to a stop

    The cause is a valve which is mounted on the front of the intake manifold, commonly called the N80 valve, or EVAP system purge valve. The valve is designed to open under specific circumstances, but a worn valve will remain open at all times, preventing the pressurization of the fuel tank.

    Correction of the issue is to replace the N80 valve with the latest revision.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet Convertible Top Mechanism May Fail Due to Hydraulic Fluid Leaks

    The Cabriolet convertible top mechanism can fail due to hydraulic fluid leaks. The fluid reservoir is a common failure.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Turbo Pressure Diverter Valve Diaphragm Torn

    The Audi A4 2.0T FSI engine looses power if the turbocharging system has a leak. The most common turbo boost leak is a torn rubber diaphragm on the diverter valve, which is intended to open only if pressure gets too high. Common symptoms are increased turbo noise when letting off of the gas pedal, power loss, and engine code P0234 .

    If there is a turbocharging system leak, the system will need to be inspected, and the defective seals and/or valve will require replacement.

  • 2008 Audi A4 Dual Mass Flywheel Failure

    The flywheel for the 2006-2008 Audi A4 2.0L Turbo is a non-conventional "Dual Mass" flywheel. It is known to make light rattling noise when the engine is cold, and should subside once the engine temperature raises. If the rattle doesn't go away when the engine warms, the flywheel may have failed.

    If the dual mass flywheel has failed, the only solution is to replace the flywheel.

2008 Audi A4 Questions and Answers

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2008 Audi A4 Maintenance and Repair