This is useful since I've had similar problems that I fixed with some 3d-printed parts. However, the other problem is when the rubber vacuum bellows splits open. Has anyone found a solution for this? I'm considering designing an electric servo system to replace the vacuum bellows.
Hi there. Very informative video 👍 I also have an A4 with this engine and broken links on the vacuum chambers! Did order the Gruven pistons, though when I removed the unit I found that the mechanism was badly damaged where it connects to the plastic shaft which fits inside the inlet manifold. Both the shaft and the actuator have no locating tabs to connect together, the small spring in centre of shaft was on several pieces and the plastic seals (like figure 8) were mostly missing. Did get on to Audi and was told that I can but the actuator (£300 stg) which I would, but the shaft is only available with a complete inlet manifold (£1800stg)! Just wondering if anyone has come up with an aftermarket piece? Can we run vehicle without this part( without computer shutting it down )? Any help or information would be greatly appreciated Regards Pat Cassidy
In our experience, you can generally run the car without the actuator functioning properly, but it will cause the manifold to either be stuck in the shorter or longer position. When the manifold isn't in proper position for it's respective RPM, you'll notice it to run a little off, such as really torque-y when moving from a stop, or lacking high-end power. I haven't seen a check engine light come on from it. Definitely would recommend checking out Ebay or similar used sites where you can search for part number "06C133611" which is the full actuator and tube that goes into the manifold. Right now, the unit can be found for ~$220 www.ebay.com/itm/324924906033?epid=1711138097&hash=item4ba7089a31:g:JF0AAOSwITReE1Nh Here's a new version of this for ~$500 www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/vacuum-actuator-adjusting-unit/06c133611/ Unfortunately, this is an expensive little repair, and it's usually broken on most of these older cars, without people even knowing! Check out our video description for more info!
Hi! I bought the part and it comes as a whole piece. Can it be disassembled to install it? If that is not the case? do i need to remove the front of the car? Thanks in advance
Hi there, sorry for the delayed response. You should be able to separate your part and replace just the front half if you want. I can’t remember fully, but I think you might need to remove some of the radiator area or intake manifold if you want to replace the full cylinder that goes into the manifold. There are probably a few full tutorials on that process on TH-cam somewhere. Sorry for not having more info!
Thank yuo so much for sharing this this will fix my problem because my car is very slow and lame at the moment
Awesome! Glad it will help you with your car.
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Thanks!
Hi, do you know if this issue exists with the 2.4 V6 in the B6 variant of the A4 Audi
This is useful since I've had similar problems that I fixed with some 3d-printed parts. However, the other problem is when the rubber vacuum bellows splits open. Has anyone found a solution for this? I'm considering designing an electric servo system to replace the vacuum bellows.
Could you send me the 3d print design? It would be greatly appreciated.
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@@samwilley9653 I just need a way to contact you.
I can give you DesignSpark and stl files and pictures of what I did.
@@geneb4115 It won't let me post it in the comments. I added it to the about page on my channel. Thank you!
@@samwilley9653 can't see it there either.
@@geneb4115 Okay, check the description of the video I just uploaded.
Hi there.
Very informative video 👍
I also have an A4 with this engine and broken links on the vacuum chambers!
Did order the Gruven pistons, though when I removed the unit I found that the mechanism was badly damaged where it connects to the plastic shaft which fits inside the inlet manifold.
Both the shaft and the actuator have no locating tabs to connect together, the small spring in centre of shaft was on several pieces and the plastic seals (like figure 8) were mostly missing.
Did get on to Audi and was told that I can but the actuator (£300 stg) which I would, but the shaft is only available with a complete inlet manifold (£1800stg)!
Just wondering if anyone has come up with an aftermarket piece?
Can we run vehicle without this part( without computer shutting it down )?
Any help or information would be greatly appreciated
Regards
Pat Cassidy
In our experience, you can generally run the car without the actuator functioning properly, but it will cause the manifold to either be stuck in the shorter or longer position. When the manifold isn't in proper position for it's respective RPM, you'll notice it to run a little off, such as really torque-y when moving from a stop, or lacking high-end power. I haven't seen a check engine light come on from it.
Definitely would recommend checking out Ebay or similar used sites where you can search for part number "06C133611" which is the full actuator and tube that goes into the manifold.
Right now, the unit can be found for ~$220 www.ebay.com/itm/324924906033?epid=1711138097&hash=item4ba7089a31:g:JF0AAOSwITReE1Nh
Here's a new version of this for ~$500 www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/vacuum-actuator-adjusting-unit/06c133611/
Unfortunately, this is an expensive little repair, and it's usually broken on most of these older cars, without people even knowing!
Check out our video description for more info!
Any idea where to get the rubber bellows?
No... sorry they are a tough find. Maybe used eBay for the entire assembly.
Hi!
I bought the part and it comes as a whole piece. Can it be disassembled to install it?
If that is not the case? do i need to remove the front of the car? Thanks in advance
Hi there, sorry for the delayed response. You should be able to separate your part and replace just the front half if you want.
I can’t remember fully, but I think you might need to remove some of the radiator area or intake manifold if you want to replace the full cylinder that goes into the manifold.
There are probably a few full tutorials on that process on TH-cam somewhere.
Sorry for not having more info!
Que pena que eu tô no Brasil mas se pudesse mandaria você fabricar uma dessa pra mim
Foi aqui que os comprei www.gruvenparts.com/billet-audi-a4-a6-3l-v6-intake-link-arms/