Q: I am getting the Engine Check sign in my 2008 Audi A4

asked by on November 13, 2016

engine check sign is on. checked with advance auto parts and they said it have to do something with thermostat or thermostat censor. I have Audi 2008 A4 2.0 Quattro.

Please advise should i have to replace thermostat or thermostat censor.

My car has 96700 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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