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So I -finally- took the car to Auto Stop. Looks like the problem was with one of the sensors I replaced but somewhere along the way it had flooded out and washed the cylinder walls, so no compression. Runs like a charm and starts on the first turn, which it's never done for me. I really missed the h...

From what I understand 2001 US Audis don't have immobilizers. I think I'm going to have to break down and take it to a mechanic.

Tried it. Would have been a fathers day miracle if it had worked!

Also, there is a squeak coming from somewhere around the engine when it cranks. Not sure whats causing that or if it's related, but it might be relevant.

Replaced both cam sensors to no avail. Only thing I haven't tried is the fuel pump, although I am pretty sure that's not it. The engine is definitely getting fuel, wet plugs, disconnected the fuel line, etc.

Replaced the crank/speed sensor today, which unfortunately didn't fix the problem. I guess the next thing to try is the cam sensor, right?

Anybody know where there crank/speed sensor is located on the 2.8 A4? I found a great write up for the 1.8 on a4mods, but apparently the sensors on the 1.8 and 2.8 are in different locations. I found the top end, under the coolant reservoir, but while following it down, I lost the cable behind the e...

had one do the same thing, was an 01 passat but same motor, got loaded up for some reason, put a charge box or a batt charger on it, hold foot to floor keep cranking until the motor catches and revs to at least 3000, found that bit of info online, tried it, worked first try. also had 0 codes. Inter...

I appreciate the advice. Did a little research and it seems like the crank sensor is a likely culprit. Quite a few people with very similar issues caused by bad crank sensors, so that's where I plan on starting. If that doesn't do it, I'll try the cam sensor. Any recommendations on which brand of se...

Hey guys, having a hard time figuring out what's wrong with my '01 A4 2.8 Avant Quattro. It cranks but won't fire, putters a bit, but never turns over. It was running fine, parked it, and the next day it wouldn't start. Tried VAG-COM and got no codes. Checked spark plugs, they're fine, and I'm getti...