Audi EML Repairs
Imagine driving your car, the sun is out, your favourite track is on the radio and BOOM, an engine repair light appears on your dashboard.
This is what happened to our recent customer. They brought their Audi SQ5 to our experts with an engine warning light. Our Audi specialists knew this needed to be fixed right away to prevent the problem from getting worse.
Warning lights are critical indicators of a possible engine or system malfunction, which can range from minor concerns to severe engine damage.
Luckily, our client didn’t wait for the issue to develop, they chose to bring their Audi to our experts at Fitch Autos.
At Fitch Autos, we’re adept at identifying and fixing any issues during the first visit. You even get better than dealership value with us.
Getting to the Source of the Audi SQ5s Engine Light Issue
At Fitch Autos, our technicians are Audi specialists. We have a deep understanding of Audi’s intricate systems and we were confident we could solve the engine warning light issue for our client.
We’ve got decades of experience working on all Audi models and when combined with our 15-step diagnostic process, there isn’t a problem we can’t solve during your first visit.
During the initial assessment, our technicians found two critical error codes on the dashboard. To address the issues, our specialists used the ODIS diagnostic equipment to precisely decode the errors.
The diagnostic revealed two specific fault codes:
- P200600 – This indicates that the intake manifold flap for airflow control on bank 1 was stuck in a closed position.
- P200400 – The same intake manifold flap on bank 1 was stuck in the open position.
This pinpointed the root of the issue. Our technician then consulted the Audi Technical Product Information (TPI) system, effectively locating the necessary bulletin instructions to guide the repair process.
At Fitch Autos, we have access to the same technical information as the main Audi dealerships. This allows us to provide you with dealership-level servicing at a better-than-dealer value.
Providing the Fix
Upon validating the fault codes against the technical bulletin, our Audi experts proceeded to inspect the vehicle’s intake flap—a crucial component regulating airflow to the engine. During the inspection, it was clear that the flap was immobilised.
Now that the issue had been identified, our experts wanted to get to the root cause of the problem so it can be solved quickly.
The SQ5’s intake boost pipe was removed to allow our experts to inspect it closer using a borescope. This revealed a significant carbon deposit within the flap, preventing it from functioning as it should.
Carbon accumulation is a common byproduct of combustion that can be worsened by fast driving, something the SQ5 excels at. It was lucky the client brought their car in when they did.
To ensure there weren’t any other issues contributing to the engine warning lights, our experts performed a deeper inspection. Luckily, there was no further damage to the client’s Audi.
However, when it came to fixing the blockage in the flap, there was damage to the flap motor’s internals; this is something a clean wouldn’t fix, resulting in the Audi SQ5 needing a complete intake flap replacement.
Fixing The Audi SQ5 Engine Management Light
Before our experts began the replacement, we called the client to discuss our findings. At Fitch Autos, you’re always kept in the loop from beginning to end. We only start working on your vehicle when you say so.
Once the client had approved our recommendations, our technicians sourced genuine Audi parts and performed the necessary replacement. As your local independent Audi specialist, we only use genuine Audi or high-grade parts on your vehicle. You always get the best quality parts with us.
Following the installation of a new intake flap, a crucial software update was applied, as recommended by the Audi technical bulletin. This ensured that the intake flap would be calibrated for the SQ5, ensuring it worked seamlessly.
Thankfully, after the replacement and update, the Audi SQ5’s engine warning light issue was solved. Our client was overjoyed to have their vehicle back in complete working condition without any warning lights. They were even happier when they received the repair bill, which gave them better value than the main Audi dealership could.
You’re in Safe Hands at Fitch Autos
At Fitch Autos, our Audi experts can swiftly diagnose and solve any issues your Audi has, preventing them from worsening and saving you money on future repair bills.
During our 15-point diagnostic assessment, our Audi specialists pinpointed a problem with the intake flap on the client’s Audi SQ5. After speaking with the client, our experts sourced a genuine Audi replacement and had it installed, successfully addressing the problem.
The quality and speed of our work are simply unmatched. Not even the main Audi dealership could offer such a quick turnaround. The client even got better value with us.
The client was pleased to have their vehicle back in complete working condition without any worrying engine warning lights on their SQ5 dashboard. Needless to say, they drove away with a smile.
Need help with an Audi engine warning light? Our experts can provide you with a quality first-time fix. Call Fitch Autos today for all your Audi’s repair needs.
