Case Studies

Audi Allroad – Water Leak – ABS/ESP Brake Module Damage

When this Audi was serviced, the previous service shop neglected to properly clean the water drains under the hood. On many of the Audis leaves and other debris will block the drains and allow water to build up and enter the interior of the car via the cabin air intake. Water build up will overflow and enter into this opening. In this case the electronic module which control ABS brakes and ESP – traction control, was damaged by the water entry into the car. We cleared the drains, replaced and coded the ESP module, and the car was fine. It is very important to make certain that your service shop both aware of this problem and cleans these drains on an annual basis. If you do notice water on the passenger side floor, the car should be checked at once at a qualified service facility.

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