"After Death: What Happens? Exploring the Afterlife"

Hello everyone!

Today, my engine died during an acceleration. Suddenly, the power was gone.
When I try to start it, the engine doesn't turn over either (which is very concerning!).
It's a 1997 AFN engine being installed in an Audi A4.

Does anyone know if this is a serious issue, or just a minor problem?
'Thank you very much, Thomas.'

Hello Tommy,

Your error description is a bit vague, but it makes me fear the worst.

You're saying the engine won't crank with the starter (so it makes a "click" sound when you try to start it, and the interior lights dim noticeably?).
I assume your battery isn't dead and that the starter is working.

Everything points to a fault in the control unit, such as a broken timing belt, torn valves, or something similar.
Therefore, you should definitely refrain from making any further attempts to start.
Because if you do, the metal fragments inside the engine will only cause more damage. It's possible that some of the parts can still be reused.

First, remove the plastic cover of the timing belt and check if...

- that the timing belt is still intact.
- that the belt tension is correct

Best regards and good luck, Rainer.

hello rainer
Sorry for the brief description.
But your prediction was right, the timing belt is broken.
I don't need to tell you the consequences; I just came from the workshop.
'That guy was talking about... I'm not sure if it's worth it for that car.'



Okay, let's see what I'm going to do.
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Oh, my condolences.

How many kilometers were on your timing belt, tensioner pulley, idler pulley, and water pump?
If I remember correctly, you mentioned something about clicking noises in older threads.

Best regards, Rainer.

Hi Tommy,

First of all, my heartfelt condolences to you . Please try to determine what the cause of the crack was (e.g., loose crankshaft bolt, defective tensioner).

A4Tommy wrote:

"I don't know if it's worth it for that car"

.

Okay: If the pistons are in good condition, then you can get a refurbished cylinder head for 500 euros and gaskets/belts for a total of 200 euros, go to a tool store and buy some tools from Hazet, and install it yourself (if you don't have two left hands ).

Probably, the pistons are also damaged. Then, my question to everyone is, can a hobby mechanic also tackle the area of the crankshaft ? In principle, it's just a few screws that need to be unscrewed . The only special tools needed, in addition to the basic equipment, are for the crankshaft oil seal and the crankshaft screw .

Well, to be honest, I'm not very knowledgeable about these kinds of repairs. The engine hasn't been disassembled yet, but the VAG mechanic, based on his experience, says that at least two pistons likely have valve marks on them. Furthermore, I've decided to go with an engine replacement, especially since a mechanic mentioned that a new cylinder head costs 2300 euros!
I actually like your version; it looks very good!

'Everyone around here says it's very difficult to find an AFN engine. I only found one, but it doesn't fit. It's from a 1999 A3, and it has a modified oil filter and a modified vacuum pump for the braking system.'

Apparently, some other 90 horsepower engine might also fit, but it has a different turbocharger. I don't know the engine number.

And finally, a friend of mine who has good connections suggested that it might be possible to install a PD motor in the vehicle. If it's feasible and the costs are reasonable, it would be really interesting.

Do you have any suggestions on what I could do?
Best regards, Thomas.

Today I spoke with a mechanic who believes that the timing belt failure is likely due to the chip tuning.

Is that correct? Doesn't the timing belt only drive the camshaft, and isn't it directly involved in power transmission?

Hello Thommy,

So, if the timing belt breaks due to a chip tuning modification, it would have likely broken at a later point anyway, even without the tuning.
Therefore, there is a connection: faster changes in speed during acceleration, and slightly higher stress due to the larger fuel injection amounts (which require the pump to exert a bit more force to operate).
I find it impossible that it could be that serious.
Chip tuning is definitely never the reason why a timing belt breaks; at most, it might cause it to wear down slightly faster before the scheduled replacement interval.

Best regards, Rainer.