Audi Q5 8R 3.0 TDI V6 EGR Cooler Crack
Audi
Q5
2008
3.0 TDI V6 BUG
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
High
Safe to Drive?
🚫 Do NOT Drive
Safety Impact
Direct safety risk — affects safe operation of the vehicle
Urgency Level
🟠 Fix Soon
The EGR cooler on Q5 8R 3.0 TDI V6 cracks allowing coolant into the intake. White smoke and coolant loss are the symptoms. EGR cooler replacement costs £400-800.
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