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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 05:54 AM
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Hey everyone just curious... 04 A4 GTO, I hadn't had it out in a few days, get in it on a colder night. Not even on the road for a minute and then Engine Temperature Hot comes across my display. Gauge shoots up to very hot. Even though I know it's impossible for it to start overheating that quick especially given the outside temp and the fact I had only been driving it for a minute I still shut it off. Turned back on, hasn't shown up in the few days since. Next time I get in to drive it, low coolant light comes on. Shut it off, back on, and it doesn't return. Anyone have any idea what this could be? I have had problems with the gauge cluster in the past. Says tank is full but only takes 7/8ths of a tank. Going 25 I hit the accelerator and it shoots up to 200mph and will continue to glitch until I turn it off and restart it. Even the radio has scared the crap out of me... normal volume and then it shoots up. But yeah, any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 05:55 AM
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Oh, and checked coolant level and is totally fine.
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Old Nov 3, 2016 | 07:58 AM
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sounds like a loose ground
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That is a common issue with the 2004s. If you verified the coolant is ok then I wouldn't worry about it, but maybe check the engine temps with a scanner for good measure.
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Thanks a lot guys, really appreciate it! Never knew this was common! And I'll definitely get the scanner on it to double check. Thanks again!
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