QuestionQUESTION: I seem to have a shifting problem with my '03 A4 Cab. It has a stutter when it shifts from 1st to 2nd gear and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd as well. I was told it was a software issue, however being a Computer Engineer, I have a hard time believing that. Is this a know issue in the CVT? If so - what is the fix and relative cost. Thanks.
ANSWER: The transmission is indeed controlled by the engine management system, and it has a bunch of internal switch solenoids. These solenoids are connected through a ribbon cable, and these ribbon cables are susceptible to failure. However the stutter you describe could also be an engine issue; possibly the mass airflow sensor or throttle position sensor. I would get the codes read out from the engine and the transmission and go from there. Let me know, Jan
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QUESTION: The dealership just called and said it was a Transmission Issue and I need a new one. $7970 with labor.
Does this seem reasonable for a vehicle with 59,000 miles on it. This is REDICULOUS!
Lisa
AnswerNo that is absolutely not reasonable. I would contact Audi, since I believe somewhere, somehow, there is a 100,000 mile drivertrain warranty out there. See what you can get out of Audi USA, since the dealer just seems to be after your wallet... Let me know, Jan
