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A3 problems

stuckinarut · 2009-07-28 16:09:14

Hi, Driving home last night on m/way, doing about 120 kmh and the battery/alternator light comes up and i quickly figure out my power steering has failed..all other electrics work though,lights,rear demister,indeicators,windows.. why would this have happened? and how much will it cost me to get fixed?? any help much…

28-07-2009 5:09pm

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stuckinarut

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Hi,

Driving home last night on m/way, doing about 120 kmh and the battery/alternator light comes up and i quickly figure out my power steering has failed..all other electrics work though,lights,rear demister,indeicators,windows..
why would this have happened? and how much will it cost me to get fixed??

any help much appreciated!

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#2 28-07-2009 7:16pm

El Guapo!

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Have you driven the car since? Is it still starting? Sounds like the alternator belt snapped or came extremely loose. Have a look under the bonnet and you'll know straight away.

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#3 28-07-2009 7:27pm

stuckinarut

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i started it today, starts fine, no noises but battery light stays on and power steering doesnt work..didnt look like the belt was loose or snapped but then again i wouldnt even be sure where to look..

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#4 28-07-2009 8:32pm

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What year and engine type is your A3?

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#5 28-07-2009 11:45pm

stuckinarut

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00 1.6..just hit 119k on it too..does need timing belt..

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#6 29-07-2009 5:45pm

stuckinarut

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for anyone else who has similar problem,my fan belt had come off due to the wear and tear.
€18 for new one and sound local mechanic of fit free of charge..

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