Audi Repair in Sarasota

At Starlight Automotive, Audi has been one of our core focuses for years — from the classic B5 A4s and early TTs to the current Q5, A6, Q7, e-tron, and RS models. If your Audi is burning oil, hesitating on acceleration, showing a check engine light, or the adaptive headlights are acting up, we’ve seen it all and know where to start.

Audi shares a lot of engineering with VW Group, but the premium touch adds layers: more complex electronics, adaptive systems, and higher tolerances that make generic fixes fail fast. Common issues we deal with regularly include timing chain tensioner stretch and premature failure on EA888 2.0T engines (that infamous rattle on cold starts in A3, A4, Q5, TT), excessive oil consumption from piston rings or PCV system failures, carbon buildup on intake valves causing rough idle and misfires, water pump leaks (plastic impeller failures are a recurring theme), thermostat housing cracks, DSG/S tronic transmission mechatronic problems (shuddering, delayed shifts, or limp mode on DQ250/DQ381/DLG boxes), adaptive headlight module failures or calibration issues after bulb or ballast replacement, MMI/ infotainment freezes or black screens, and the classic oil filter housing gasket leaks that drip onto the exhaust manifold.

We diagnose these quickly because we see them often — no trial-and-error parts swaps.

• Engine repairs — timing chain tensioner and guide replacements (often without full front-end disassembly on EA888 Gen 1–3), PCV valve/system overhauls, high-pressure fuel pump diagnostics, carbon cleaning (walnut blasting or media method)
• Cooling system work — water pump/thermostat housing swaps, radiator fan control modules, coolant leaks from turbo coolant lines or expansion tanks
• Transmission service — S tronic/DSG fluid and filter changes, mechatronic rebuilds or adaptations, Haldex AWD fluid/filter service, dual-mass flywheel inspections
• Suspension and steering — control arm bushings, dynamic steering calibration, air suspension leaks (especially on A8/Q7), wheel bearing and hub replacements
• Brakes — ABS/ESP module diagnostics, electronic parking brake resets, rotor/pad jobs with proper bedding
• Electrical and module work — using ODIS full factory access (not just generic tools), battery registration and coding, adaptive lighting calibration, matrix LED headlight module repairs, MMI reboots, key programming, comfort/convenience module fixes

We stick strictly to Audi/VW specs for oils (VW 502.00/504.00/508.00 approvals), filters, and fluids — no cheap alternatives that lead to sludge or failures. Parts are genuine Audi or high-quality OE (always discussed with you upfront).

• Fixed quotes we honor — we call before any extras
• Deep diagnostics with ODIS — reading full adaptations, pending codes, and software quirks that basic scanners ignore
• Efficient repairs — many sensor, software, or minor chain jobs done same-day or next
• We understand Audi’s build quality — no shortcuts or half-measures
• Local and straightforward — we’re right here in Sarasota, recognize your car, and treat it with the respect it deserves

Whether it’s a routine Service, persistent oil consumption, DSG shudder, adaptive light issues, or a bigger engine/transmission project, we have the tools, knowledge, and parts to get your Audi back to smooth, reliable driving.

Call us or book online — we’ll get you in quickly and sort it out properly.