1990 Audi Quattro Audi V8 Quattro dies after 15 minutes

JEFF L

MEMBER
1990 AUDI QUATTRO
V8
AWD
AUTOMATIC
130,000 MILES

I have a 1990 Audi V8 Quattro which runs great for about 15 minutes, and then dies. I have to wait anywhere from 15-30 minutes for something to cool down in order for the vehicle to start again, but, the same thing happens again. Someone mentioned an ignition amplifier?

1 Reply

KHLOW2008

MECHANIC
41,814 POSTS

Hi Jeff L,

Guesswork is not the best means of getting the job done.

You should try to isolate the cause and I would suggest trying the following link to understand better how to go about trying to get to the cause.

https://www.2carpros.com/first_things/car_cranks_but_wont_start.htm

If you need any help, feel free to ask, but please remember that we can only be of help if you are able to provide proper and detailled information.