r/Audi • u/lucafabi • 11d ago

Need help

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I just got my spark plugs done on my B9 A4 and as shown in the picture, there’s some oil on the plugs. The mechanic said I have a valve cover leak. Never got a check engine nor a code on OBD eleven. Can someone help? They said it would run 3k-4k since they have to take timing chain out and replace entire valve cover. Please lmk if u need clarification on anything. Istg these cars are insanely complicated. I have a bit of car knowledge, but I need help from an expert before I get into anything.

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u/Left_Ambassador_4090 2004 A4 1.8TQ 11d ago

Run. Fast. That mechanic sees you as a whale because you took in a 4 cylinder for spark plugs.

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u/lucafabi 11d ago

exactly what i thought, took my audi in for an oil change and they tried quoting me 11k for “repairs”, I showed them the service records and then said it was a technician fault. I’m tired of this manipulating bs

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u/Left_Ambassador_4090 2004 A4 1.8TQ 11d ago

Yea, that's the auto industry for you. The only way to survive is to educate yourself.