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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI199590 BASE, 2.8 K, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROLS - ADJUSTMENTSKICKDOWN SWITCH
1995 Audi 90 Base, 2.8 K, Automatic
KICKDOWN Switch
1995 Audi 90 Base, 2.8 K, AutomaticSECTION KICKDOWN Switch
- Remove noise damper. Disconnect kickdown switch 2-pin harness connector. Using jumpers and a DVOM, measure resistance between terminals No. 1 and 2 of kickdown switch harness connector. Resistance must be infinite.
- Slowly depress accelerator pedal. Kickdown switch resistance should go to zero ohms (continuity) in range "A" and "B". See Fig 1 . If continuity does not occur, loosen kickdown switch mounting bolts and move throttle lever by hand to wide open throttle position. See step "A" inFig 2 .
- Adjust kickdown switch so that switch lever contacts throttle cam. See step "B" in Fig 3 . Apply locking compound to mounting bolts and tighten.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.