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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION LOCKIGNITION LOCK CABLETESTING AND INSPECTION
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Ignition Lock Cable: Testing and Inspection
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Testing and Inspection
Turn Ignition Key To "ON" Position.
- Selector lever must move freely.
- Ignition key can be only removed when selector lever is in "P" position.
Move Selector Lever To "P" Position.
- Ignition lock can be turned to "OFF" position without sticking.
Turn Ignition Key To "OFF" Position And Remove Key.
- Selector lever must be locked in "P" position.
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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.