AndrewGray Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi, sometimes when I start my 95 A8 Quattro the Key light flashes and the engine cuts out straight away. I have found that if I force the steering wheel around a bit and turn the key to the position - the one before it starts the engine - and wait for the light to go out I can then start the car. If the light doesnt go out when I wont start the car and I will try moving the steering wheel some more and try again til the light goes out. Mainly it is a serious pain in the ass, both keys for the car are well worn, the barrel is also quick loose and you can wiggle it about. I was wondering if anyone knew why the key light is coming on? Is it because the keys are worn? How does it sense the right key is being used? Cheers Andrew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostKiwi Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 This is a common problem (mine had a fit of it a while back). There are two common causes: 1. The keyreader is faulty (the keyreader is a coil of wire located in the black plastic surround around the key barrel) 2. The wire to the keyreader is faulty. The bad news is that item 1 is a complete lock barrel replacement so new keys and everything required (and ££££). The second is an easy fix - and as usual all the info on how to is on PaulW's excellent site.... audipages Immobilizer Wiring Replacement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewGray Posted July 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Excellent mate, Thanks a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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