Engine shut off while driving, will not start?

2011 AUDI A4
140,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JEREMY13
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Was driving down the highway at 70 when the engine shut off. now all I get is a click and won't turn over at all. Shows codes for all cylinder's misfire.
Apr 23, 2023 at 11:49 AM
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STRAILER
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Was there any kind of noise before it shut off? Do the headlights come on? This can tell us if the battery has shorted out. Can you please upload a video of the engine when you try to crank it over, so that I can see what's going on?

In the meantime, please go over this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Please go over this guide and report back.
Apr 24, 2023 at 11:53 AM
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JEREMY13
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No noises before it shut off at all. Lights and everything else worked.
Apr 24, 2023 at 12:06 PM
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STRAILER
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I would put a breaker bar with socket on the front of the engine to see if you can turn the engine over by hand. Can you upload a video? Does the engine have oil in it? I need more information to help you.
Apr 25, 2023 at 8:28 AM
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