1998 Audi Quattro No Power to the solenoid

1998 AUDI QUATTRO
77,000 MILES • V8 • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFFSEYBOLD
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I replaced the transmission on my 1998 audi a8 Quattro, new neutral safety switch, new starter, If I turn on the key and go to the starter and jump it, FIRES RIGHT UP, but from the key...Nothing..the power wire for the solenoid...Nothing...Maybe a Relay?...Help
Apr 3, 2010 at 8:45 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi jeffseybold, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation Check and test the starting interlock relay-see pic below


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Apr 3, 2010 at 8:57 AM
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JEFFSEYBOLD
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I have opened the floor board, What I have in my Schematics are not even close, I just need to know which one?
Apr 3, 2010 at 11:24 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Its on no.4 see below


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_starter_relay_audi_1.gif

Apr 4, 2010 at 8:59 AM
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JEFFSEYBOLD
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Sir, On my 1998 Audi A8 Quattro, # 4 and # 5 are Vacated?
Apr 4, 2010 at 10:07 AM
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RASMATAZ
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My references Mit1 and Alldata gives me the same location for the starting relay both for A8 and A8 Quattro

Also there's no neutral safety switch for both-The starting circuit starts at the ignition switch then thru the starting relay and straight to the starter-after the central locking and alarm system/interior light delay module located left side of luggage compartment near wheelwell grounds the starting relay to complete the starting circuit.
Apr 4, 2010 at 7:32 PM
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