Not sure if its related, but ive recently been getting some grinding on 4th gear. Mechanically, the car had been fine until a couple of. Were amongst the few that offer repair services for this highend gearbox. I have been chasing coolant problems for a while like quite a few other people it seems. Audi a3 gearbox problem ask honest john honest john. Search used audi a3 with manual gearbox for sale nationwide. Im not sure if thats a reasonable or possible explanation. I took it to the audi dealer who have said that there is a problem with the manual gearbox. The most recently reported issues are listed below. This will speed up the repair process and save you money. To see how frequently audi a3 s3 rs3 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Here we look at common problems that can afflict the popular audi a3 range. At a automotive, we do a lot of audi transmission repairs. The home to sourcing a quality, low mileage audi a3 gearbox supplied by our network of audi gearbox specialists.
Apr 20, 2016 this article applies to the audi a3 20052016. Audi a3 problems but dealer cant fix it audi whirlpool forums. The audi manual transmission gearbox tends to be more fuel efficient than automatic or continuously variable gearbox transmissions. If you own an audi with a multitrionic auto gearbox and are experiencing problems, please log the issue with audi uk so they are aware of the fault. I experienced the above problem in april of this year and was told by the recovery guy and my local garage that it was. Apr 04, 2017 2011 audi a3 transmission problems ryan byorick. The s tronic audi transmission is much more robust than the vw 7 speed dsg. I have a potential problem with the manual gearbox on my 2009 2. A3 etron owners experiences and complaints speak ev. We were stuck in traffic on an incline for a period of approximately 5 to 10 minutes slowly approaching the caldecott tunnel cal. Engines, motors, gearbox s, transmission delivered australia wide call for price please. The worst complaints are engine, transmission, and accessories exterior problems. Audi a3 i 8l 2002 audi a3 tdi quattro gearbox problems hi there as the title says i have a 2002 audi a3 tdi quattro and today out of the blue the gearbox packed in i have gears 3 4 5 and 6 perfect but reverse 1 and 2 just arent there i looked at the linkages and you can see it move when it goes in all gears but just doesnt engage in r 1 or 2 also the clutch does sometimes slip so could this be. If youre driving a car with a sixspeed manual gearbox, check the change between first and second gears isnt too stiff.
With regular servicing and oil changes check the owners manual for specific details and timing intervals it will keep going for years to come. The worst complaints are lost power while driving, lurched unexpectedly. Its a long post but there is some useful info which may save you time. Introduction the upscale a3 is a compact car produced by germain automaker audi. When the car becomes a few years old, the torque converter is one of those components that will start. This is a strong and reliable transmission with shift forks and a computer controlled wet clutch for quick and smooth gear. Buy used and reconditioned audi gearboxes at breakeryard. Can somebody explain these changes on the new audi glove compartment. Apr 03, 2017 the audi a3 is a good purchase and will hold its value well for the second hand market.
If youre thinking about buying an audi with an multitronic gearbox. I dont know a lot about cars but ive read a bit about similar. Audi s smallest cars, the a1 and a3 hatchbacks, will be affected by the recall. Manual transmission problems of audi a4 audi a4 owners have reported 6 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. Mmm not sure about this ive been following multiple audi forums and as an a3 owner as well i havent. Keep reading to know the common audi transmission problems so that you can stay alert and take necessary actions at the right time. Aug, 2012 if you are experiencing issues with your multi tronic auto gearbox, please read on.
Like all things though, the transmission is susceptible to damage and can. Have the problems with vw dsgaudi automatic gearboxes. We have diagnostic walk throughs and repair how tos that will keep your audi a3 s gearbox humming smoothly. We are the uks leading audi a3 gearbox part finder where you can choose from s of manual or automatic audi a3.
Used audi a3 with manual gearbox for sale cargurus. I ve learnt that guys are taking the vr6 gears out and using them in the a3 s gearbox as well as using the vr6 clutch and pressure plate with a 2. My audi a3 cabriolet has done 59,000 kms and has been driven carefully. Check out our repair how tos and step by step diagnostics, and learn how to handle your transmission issues. Very reliable, requires fluid and filter change every 120k miles multitronic cvt. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of audi a3 based on all problems reported for the a3. Does anyone know if there is any other parts or any special info needed. Audi a3 transmission problems, repair how tos audiworld. Audi a4 owners have reported 6 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. Make sure that your audi has enough oil in it, as well.
The root cause is typically a faulty seal and, after slipping for a short time, the clutch. If youre thinking about buying an audi with an multitronic gearbox registed between 2000 and 2005, do your research. Vw pioneered the directshift gearbox dsg, which is called s tronic when fitted to vehicles made by its audi. On the other hand, the audi automatic transmission uses both a mechanical and a hydraulic system to change the gears in the car automatically. They dont know why it has happened and it will have to be replaced costing. Once you know what the problem is, you can start finding the replacement audi a3 gearbox parts on ebay to provide to the mechanic. Manual transmission parts for audi a3 for sale ebay. It has been serviced by audi every year and has never given me any problems, with 47,000 miles on the clock. The others are the dsg box which is not an auto but a multi clutch system that mimics an auto and the cvt which is a totally different system again. A friend of mine suggested it could be a problem with a clutch cable being stretched out and therefore not fully disenaging the clutch. If youre thinking about buying an audi with an multitronic gearbox registered between 2000 and 2005, do some research. Im thinking of buying a new audi a3 but am being put off by reports in recent years of problems with the volkswagen dsg audi automatic gearboxes. I considered this problem potentially dangerous, besides destructive to the gearbox. Contact details can be found towards the end of this post.
Audi transmission problem solved audi a4 2005 auto gearbox 7 speed cvt tcu removal, fault code p0460 transmission range sensor duration. Dover nh auto world porsche audi could find no lurching problem with my a3. The 2 litre engine is a turbocharged, double overhead camshaft. Knowing what the problem is before you go to the shop can save you some. The bulk of audi a3s are equipped with automatic gearboxes that require little to no maintenance. The models in question were built between 2008 and 2011, and are powered by turbocharged, fourcylinder. Your car has a dsg gearbox, which is a manual gearbox with some robotics on it to change the gears. Will driving a 2015 audi a3 with a 6 speed double clutch gearbox automated manual transmission only in the automatic mode damage it or require any extra servicing. Enter the car make and car model for which you want to see an overview of gearbox codes.
Im not sure how much it costs but you could check the price with your local audi parts warehouse. Driving a3 2011 model was fantastic until they renewed my car with the 20 model. It does not suffer the heat and debris issues the regular dsgs can suffer, because the oil in the audi. The audi s tronic gearbox is one of the best performing gear changing mechanisms available today.
Well be concentrating on cars built from 20032012, so make sure you read our guide before. Well be concentrating on cars built from 20032012, so make sure you read our guide before you head out to buy on the. Instead, take your car to a shop such as desert oasis european auto service and repair as soon as possible. At the time of writing, this luxurious model has been in production for more than 20years. The direct shift transmission on the audi a3 uses a twinclutch automatic gearbox. How to fix audi transmission shifting problem youtube. Audi a3 owners have reported 21 problems related to automatic transmission under the power train category. Like all things though, the transmission is susceptible to damage and can occasionally give you trouble. We analyse hundreds of thousands of used cars daily. Lots of other people have had audi gearbox failures unfortunately. Audi automatic transmissions typically display similar problems to their stable mate volkswagen.
The models in question were built between 2008 and 2011, and are powered by turbocharged, fourcylinder 1. Receiving awards such as the world car of the year in 2014. A reader has the opportunity to buy her company car but is concerned that its dualclutch automatic gearbox could be prone to problems. We bought an a3 petrol manual in late 2009 from an audi main dealer with a 1 year warranty. Nov 26, 2015 the following common transmission problems are usually accompanied by the appearance of the check engine light on the dashboard of your audi a4 or a6. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The transmission is one of the most expensive components on the audi a3, and it is not your typical slushbox automatic, but an advanced automated, dual clutch, manual transmission. In the overview, you will then get a list of the gearbox codes with. It combines the sporty feeling and characteristics of the manual gearbox with ease of use of the automatic. The torque converter s clutch begins to slip over time in audi a4 and audi a6 models. Audi a3 a3 gearbox isssue 2003 audi a3 6sp manual gearbox no drive in 1st and 2nd clutch engament feels ok i. The car was with he garage for 2 weeks as they had problems getting a new gear box casing from vw, due a shortage, this implies to me that this may be.
If you are experiencing issues with your multi tronic auto gearbox, please read on. Every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. Aug 15, 2019 a reader has the opportunity to buy her company car but is concerned that its dualclutch automatic gearbox could be prone to problems. Seven speed direct shift gearbox control unit dq200 this dsg 7 control unit is a very common failure for vehicles built between 2003 2016 fitted with the dq200 direct shift gearbox dsg. The bulk of audi a3 s are equipped with automatic gearboxes that require little to no maintenance. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of audi a4 based on all problems reported for the a4. Car repairs can be a sudden, urgent, and unexpected pain, but with the spare audi a3 gearbox parts on ebay, you can repair your car and help reduce costs. The transmission is one of the most expensive components on the audi a3, and it is not. The previousgeneration 200320 a3 appears to have more gearbox problems. This component is a part of both audi a4 and audi a6 transmission problems.
Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for audi a3 when you shop the largest online selection at. On many cars built between 2008 and 2009 there is a recognised fault with the clutch temperature gauge, which engages the clutch when the car heats up, causing the vehicle to lose power when on the road. Basically when the car is cold outside temp being below 8 degrees c as well on average it can be difficult to select 1st to start with, sometimes taking a few attempts. For example, if your audi s manual transmission is making unusual sounds while in neutral, you may have to just replace your input shaft bearing, which is located in front of your transmission. We are the uks leading audi a3 gearbox part finder where you can choose from s of manual or automatic audi a3 gearboxes all available for online ordering with either free or next day delivery. They road tested it for about 50 miles, after performing basic settings, and declared it good to go. Audi a3 petrol western hills nelson mandela bay eastern cape hatchback cloth interior aircon radiocd manual gearbox petrol fuel finance available engine 1. Cheap audi a3 car gearbox, new, replacement and original audi. May 10, 20 here we look at common problems that can afflict the popular audi a3 range. It is a good idea to keep an ear out for any abnormal sounds. Audi 8va a3 sportback no troubleshooting information is currently available for the audi 8va a3 sportback. Audis smallest cars, the a1 and a3 hatchbacks, will be affected by the recall.
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