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Repair Manual
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Edition 09.2007

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Service Department. Technical Information

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List of Workshop Manual Repair Groups

Repair Group
01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

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Contents

01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 OBD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 OBD Program Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Transmission Control Module, Basic Setting Adaptation Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 Reading Measured Value Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Selectable Display Group Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.7 Test Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2 Description and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.1 OBD Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.4 Selectable Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
2.5 DTCs through 18112/P1704 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
2.6 DTCs through 18269/P1861 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3 Diagnosis and Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
3.1 DTC Memory, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
3.2 DTC Memory, Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM and Transmission, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range Switch, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
3.8 Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Exchange, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
3.10 Electrical Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
4 Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
4.1 Transmission Control Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
5 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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01 – On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

1 General Information
⇒ “1.1 OBD Operation”, page 1
⇒ “1.2 OBD Program Safety Precautions”, page 2
⇒ “1.3 Towing Information”, page 3
⇒ “1.4 Transmission Control Module, Basic Setting Adaptation
Values”, page 3
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4
⇒ “1.6 Selectable Display Group Numbers”, page 5
⇒ “1.7 Test Table”, page 10

1.1 OBD Operation

⇒ “2.1 OBD Technical Data”, page 23
The automatic transmission controls are electronic/ hydraulic.
The Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- receives infor‐
mation from components which influence the shifts. Based on this
information, the control module activates the applicable solenoid
valves in the valve body. The solenoids route the fluid pressure
generated by the ATF pump to the clutches or brakes to be
closed.
Transmission Control Module (TCM) DTC recognition
The term “On Board Diagnostic system” refers to the electrical/
electronic part of the controls.
The control module is equipped with a DTC memory so that in the
event of the failure of an electrical/electronic component, or in the
event of an open circuit, the cause of the fault can be determined
quickly.
DTCs are recognized by means of electrical signals. If malfunc‐
tions occur in the sensors or components being monitored, they
are stored in the DTC memory indicating the type and location of
the DTC.
If a DTC is present, it is initially saved as a statistical DTC. If the
DTC is no longer present, it first of all becomes a sporadic DTC
(SP).
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switched on, “sporadically occurring DTCs” are printed out fol‐
lowing the DTC scan.
DTCs that are saved in the DTC memory as sporadically occur‐
ring DTCs are automatically deleted after 40 engine cold starts
(and subsequent transmission warm up).
The potential of the On Board Diagnostic system can only be fully
realized by using the Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Infor‐
mation System -VAS5051- .
Functions which the -VAS5051- Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement
and Information system can detect
⇒ “2.4 Selectable Functions”, page 33 , Table of Selectable
Functions.

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Safety functions of the Transmission Control Module (TCM)

In the event of a failure of individual or multiple components or
sensors, the Transmission Control Module -J217- activates re‐
placement functions or limp-home programs. This ensures non-
destructive operation of the automatic transmission with the
concomitant effect on the function and quality of the shifts.
If critical DTCs occur and with the Transmission Control Module
(TCM) -J217- activated, the gear currently engaged is initially
held. As soon as the situation with respect to the transmission and
vehicle safety permits, the Transmission Control Module -J217-
activates “Mechanical Limp Home with Active Control Module”.
Mechanical Limp Home with Active Control Module
♦ Transmission shifts out of all forward gears into the hydraulic
4th gear. Converter clutch is open. All solenoids have no pow‐
er.
♦ Maximum shift pressure on the powertrain elements.
♦ Reverse gear can be engaged. Shift lock (in “P” and “N”) is
active.
♦ All segments of the gear selector display are fully illuminated.
In the event of a Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- fail‐
ure (e.g power supply failure or harness connector disconnected)
the transmission immediately continues to operate in “Mechanical
Limp Home with Non-Active Control Module”.
Mechanical Limp Home with Non-Active Control Module

♦ Transmission shifts out of all forward gears into the hydraulic

4th gear. Converter clutch is open. All solenoids have no pow‐
er.
♦ Maximum shift pressure on the powertrain elements.
♦ Reverse gear can be engaged. Shift lock (in “P” and “N”) is
active.
♦ All segments of the gear selector display are dark.
♦ The Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- is completely
inoperative, which means that On Board Diagnostic (OBD) is
not possible.

1.2 OBD Program Safety Precautions

If the use of test and measuring equipment is required during test
drives, the following precautions must be observed:

WARNING

♦ The test and measurement equipment must always be se‐

cured on the rear seat and operated from there by a second
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♦ If the test and measurement equipment is operated from
the passenger seat, the person sitting there could be injured
in an accident as the result of deployment of the passenger
side airbag.

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In order to prevent injuries to persons and/or destruction of elec‐

trical and electronic components, the following precautions must
be observed:
♦ Attach measurement and test equipment terminals only with
the ignition switched OFF.
♦ With some tests it may happen that the control module detects
and saves a trouble code. For this reason, the DTC memory
must be scanned and if necessary deleted after completing all
tests and repairs.
♦ Disconnecting and attaching battery terminals must only be
carried out with the ignition switched OFF, otherwise the
Transmission Control Module (TCM) can be damaged.

Caution

Observe precautions when disconnecting battery terminals: ⇒

Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Removal and Installation

1.3 Towing Information

Caution

When the vehicle is towed, the transmission selector lever

must be in position N, and it must not be towed more than 50
km and not above 50 km/h, otherwise the transmission will be
destroyed.

Note

It is not possible to tow the vehicle in order to start the engine, for
example when the battery is too weak or the starter is not working.

1.4 Transmission Control Module, Basic

Setting Adaptation Values

Note

♦ Following repairs to the valve body (e.g. replacing solenoid

valves), if the valve body, the torque converter or the trans‐
mission is replaced, the adaptation values in the Transmission
Control Module (TCM) should be reset. This allows the adap‐
tation values for normal operation in the Transmission Control
Module (TCM) to be learned more quickly following resump‐
tion of operation.
♦ Adaptation values in the Transmission Control Module (TCM)
are reset if:

– multiple connector is removed from Transmission Control

Module (TCM) for at least 15 minutes
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– battery is disconnected for at least 15 minutes ⇒ Electrical
Equipment; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Removal and Installation

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1.5 Reading Measured Value Block

Caution

Please observe safety precautions

⇒ “1.2 OBD Program Safety Precautions”, page 2 .

⇒ “1.6 Selectable Display Group Numbers”, page 5

⇒ “1.7 Test Table”, page 10
Test Procedure
– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement- and Information
System -VAS5051-
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page
29 and in selection touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission
Electronics”. Ignition must be switched ON.
or, depending on the desired operation:
– Start engine.
Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection touch -1- diagnostic function “08 - Read Measured
Value Block”.

Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Enter display group
– On key pad -2- enter desired 3-digit display group number List
of Display Groups,
⇒ “1.6 Selectable Display Group Numbers”, page 5 and
confirm entry by touching Q -button.
Example:
– Enter “001” for “Display group number 001” and confirm by
touching Q button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Read Measured Value Block
2- Display field 1, Display field 2, Display field 3, Display field 4
3- Display Group X

Note

♦ If a display field is not being used, there will be no display.

♦ To switch to another display field, proceed as follows:

Display Group -VAS5051-

higher Press button ↑
lower Press button ↓
– End function “08 - Read Measured Value Block” by touching ◂ button.

1.6 Selectable Display Group Numbers

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Display on Screen (Example)

Display Fields: Display Group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
Read Measured Value Block 001 1 Engine RPM
2 Sensor for transmission RPM -G182-
0 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM 0 RPM 3 Sender for transmission output RPM -G195-
4 Gear selected
Read Measured Value Block 002 1 Current program
2 Accelerator pedal value
DS 0% 0 RPM 4 3 Sender for transmission output RPM -G195-
4 Gear selected
Read Measured Value Block 003 1 Brake light switch -F-
2 Shift Lock Solenoid -N110-
PN active 0 kph 12.8 V 3 Speed
4 Supply voltage terminal 15

Display on Screen (Example)

Display Fields: Display Group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
Read Measured Value Block 004 1 ATF-temperature
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21.0 °C P 1000 0101 3 Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch position
4 Information for On-Board-Diagnostic System
Read Measured Value Block 005 1 Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
2 Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
0 0 0 4 3 Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
4 Gear selected
Read Measured Value Block 006 1 Specified current for Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215-

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Display on Screen (Example)

Display Fields: Display Group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
2 Specified current for Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216-
0.048 A 0.048 A 0.048 A 0 3 Specified current for Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-
4 Can be ignored

Display on Screen (Example)

Display Fields: Display Group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
Read Measured Value Block 007 1 ATF temperature
2 Specified current for Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218-
21.0 °C 0.048 A Torque 0 RPM 3 Torque converter clutch
converter clutch
open
4 Torque converter slip RPM
Read Measured Value Block 008 1 Kick-down Switch
2 Accelerator pedal value
0% Deceleration 3 Deceleration/Power mode
4
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Engine RPM
176 Nm 0 RPM 0% 0 Nm 3 Accelerator pedal value
4 Transmission input torque

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Display on Screen (Example)

Display Fields: Display Group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
Read Measured Value Block 010 1 Torque increase in the torque converter
2 Engine RPM
0.0 0 RPM 4 0.00 ms2 3 Gear selected
4 Actual vehicle acceleration
Read Measured Value Block 011 1 Selector lever position
2 Tiptronic recognition
D M switch Upshift switch 3 Tiptronic Switch, upshift/downshift -F189-
4
Read Measured Value Block 012 1 Type of driving, load
2 Dynamic code number
E 56 80 45 3 Rolling resistance index
4 Driver evaluation
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Display on Screen (Example)
Display Fields: Display group- Display Description
Number Field
1 2 3 4
Read Measured Value Block 013 1 CAN-bus normalizing torque
2 CAN-bus engine code number
420 Nm 4 0 11 3 CAN-bus transmission code number
4 CAN-bus software status code number
Read Measured Value Block 125 1 Engine Control Module (ECM) is participant on the CAN-bus
2 CAN-bus
Engine 1 ABS 1 Steering wheel 1 3 Steering column electronics system is participant on the CAN-
bus
4

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1.7 Test Table

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
001 1 Engine RPM With the engine running 0...8200 RPM – ⇒ DTC 17968 / P1560
2 Transmission input RPM from While driving With gear engaged – ⇒ DTC 17100 / P0716
sensor for transmission RPM - 1)

G182-
R 0...8200 RPM
1. 1m 0...2000 RPM
2 0...8200 RPM
3 0...8200 RPM
Continued 4 0...8200 RPM
▾ 5 0...8200 RPM
1) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
001 3 Transmission output RPM from While driving With gear engaged – ⇒ DTC 17105 / P0721
transmission output RPM sen‐ 2)
sor -G195-
R 0...2000 RPM
1.1 m
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3 0...5800 RPM
4 0...8200 RPM
Continued 5 0...8200 RPM
▾
2) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Note on display group number 001, display fields 2 and 3:

♦ Test condition: Shifting must be completed. Vehicle not decelerating (not driving downhill or engine braking).

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
001 4 Gear selected While driving Selector lever position – Check solenoid valves and pressure control
3)
valves, display group number 005, 006 and
007
“N” “1”...“5” 4)
“R” “R” – Check selector lever position, display group
number 004
“D” “1m” “2” “3” “4” “5”
“S” “1m” “2” “3” “4”
3) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.
4) The Transmission Control Module (TCM) is equipped with automatic gear slaving. The forward gear, which the Transmission Control Module (TCM) would activate during a driving mode change with the
selector lever in “D”, is displayed.

Notes on display group number 001, display field 4:

♦ Faulty solenoid valves or other diagnosed faults can prevent a specific gear from being engaged.
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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
002 1 Current program In normal operation 5) Is determined by driving style and road condi‐
tions (acceleration, accelerator pedal move‐
ment, speed and load)
Dynamic shift program is activated DS Shifts are avoided as much as possible
Warm up program is activated WL Upshifts are made sooner in order to avoid high
RPM
Automatic Traction Control activated AS
Continued Tiptronic recognition activated TT – ⇒ DTCs 18141 / P1733, 18147 / P1739 and
▾ 18152 / P1744
5) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
002 2 Accelerator pedal value Engine not Accelerator pedal not 0...1 % When accelerating from idle to Wide Open Throt‐
running depressed tle the % value increases steadily
Accelerator pedal fully 99...100 % – ⇒ DTC 18269 / P1861
depressed
3 Transmission output RPM ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 3
4 Gear selected ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 4
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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
003 1 Brake light switch -F- Brake pedal actuated Brake – ⇒ DTC 17087 / P0703
not actuated -
2 Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- - in selector lever position P or N – ⇒ DTCs 18169 / P1761, 18170 / P1762 and
18171 / P1763
Brake pedal actuated P N inactive
not actuated P N active
3 Speed While driving 6) ...km/h The speedometer display and values on the test‐
er can show minor divergences
4 Supply voltage terminal 15 Stationary min. 10.0 V – Check fuses and wiring following wiring dia‐
gram
max. 16.0 V – Perform electrical test starting on
⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
6) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
004 1 ATF temperature Stationary with the engine running ...°C – ⇒ DTCs 17094 / P0710, 17095 / P0711,
17096 / P0712 and 17097 / P0713

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
2 Selector lever position - Stationary Selector lever position – Check conformance with Transmission
Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Selector Lever Display -Y6- in
Range (TR) Switch -F125- the instrument cluster
P P – Check Multi-function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch -F125- Display group number
004, display field 3
R R
N N
D D
Continued S S
▾
Notes on ATF temperature:
♦ A detected temperature of -50 °C indicates a short circuit to ground.
♦ A detected temperature of 180 °C indicates a short circuit to B+ or an open circuit.

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number field value value
displayed
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Range (TR) Switch -F125- 004, display field 3
Intermediate positions when op‐ P and R Z1
erating the selector lever or
R and N
N and D Z2
Continued D and S Z3
▾
Notes on the intermediate positions:
If the selector lever is shifted into one of the intermediate positions mentioned, “Z1”, “Z2” or “Z3” is shown on the display. No selected gear must be shown in the display
in the instrument cluster , that is to say, only PRNDS is displayed, without a gear being lit up.

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
004 3 Selector lever position - Stationary Selector lever position L1 L2 L3 L4 – ⇒ DTC 17090 / P0706
Multi-function Transmission
Range (TR) Switch -F125-
P 1 0 0 0
R 0 1 0 0
N 1 1 1 0
D 1 0 1 1
Continued S 0 1 1 1
▾
Notes on display field 3 in display group number 004:
♦ The input signals for Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125- can be checked at the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
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Display field 3 (from left to right):

L1 L2 L3 L4
Wiring connection to Transmission Terminal 36 of -J217- Terminal 8 of -J217- Terminal 37 of -J217- Terminal 9 of -J217-
Control Module (TCM) -J217-

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
004 4 On-Board-Diagnostic System in‐ While driving 7)
formation
readout on display from left to
right
Malfunction dis‐ switched ON 1
play
switched OFF 0
Trip completed 1

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
not completed 0 Can be ignored
Transmission completed 1
warm-up
not completed 0
Engine start detected 1
not detected 0
7) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
005 1 Solenoid Valve 1 -N88- While driving Gear selected – ⇒ DTCs 17135 / P0751, 17136 / P0752 and
8)
17137 / P0753
R, 1, 1m, 2, 5 X
3, 4 0
2 Solenoid Valve 2 -N89- While driving Gear selected – ⇒ DTCs 17140 / P0756, 17141 / P0757 and
8)
17142 / P0758
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Continued R, 1m, 4, 5 0
▾
8) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Note on the solenoid valves:

♦ Non-switched (inactive) solenoid valves are shown with “0”, switched (active) solenoid valves are shown with “X”.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
005 3 Solenoid Valve 3 -N90- While driving Gear selected – ⇒ DTCs 17145 / P0761, 17146 / P0762 and
9)
17147 / P0763

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
X10)
R, 1, 1m, 2, 3, 4, 5 0
4 Gear selected ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 4
9) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.
10) Solenoid Valve 3 -N90- is actuated only briefly during certain shift operations.

Note on the solenoid valves:

♦ Non-switched (inactive) solenoid valves are shown with “0”, switched (active) solenoid valves are shown with “X”.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value
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006 1 Specified current for Pressure While driving – ⇒ DTCs 18222 / P1814 and 18223 / P1815
Control Valve 1 -N215- 11)

min. 0.0 A
max. 2.0 A
2 Specified current for Pressure While driving – ⇒ DTCs 18227 / P1819 and 18228 / P1820
Control Valve 2 -N216- 11)

min. 0.0 A
max. 2.0 A
3 Specified current for Pressure While driving – ⇒ DTCs 18232 / P1824 and 18233 / P1825
Control Valve 3 -N217- 11)

min. 0.0 A
max. 2.0 A
4 Can be ignored
11) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Note on specified current for pressure control valves:

♦ Faulty solenoid or pressure control valves, clutches or other faults can prevent a specific gear from being engaged.

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
007 1 ATF temperature ⇒ Display group number 004, display field 1
2 Specified current for Pressure While driving – ⇒ DTCs 18237 / P1829 and 18238 / P1830
Control Valve 4 -N218- 12)

min. 0.0 A
max. 2.0 A
3 Torque converter clutch While driving Torque – ⇒ DTC 17125 / P0741
12)
converter clutch
open
Torque
converter clutch
control
Continued Converter clutch
▾ closed
12) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Note on specified current for pressure control valves:

♦ Faulty solenoid or pressure control valves, clutches or other faults can prevent a specific gear from being engaged.

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number field value value
displayed
007 4 Torque converter slip RPM While driving Torque converter clutch 0...full – ⇒ DTCs 17105 / P0721 and 17125 / P0741
13)
open braking RPM
Torque converter clutch 20...120 RPM – Determine which servo is faulty or not activa‐
control ted⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ;
(last shift at least 20 Description and Operation ; Power Train
seconds previously) Chart; of Shift Elements
Converter clutch closed 0...20 RPM – Check plausibility between engine, transmis‐
sion input RPM- and transmission RPM; dis‐
play group number 001
13) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

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Test conditions for torque converter slip RPM:

♦ “Converter clutch closed” The shift must be completed (wait at least 1 second ), the torque converter lockup clutch (WK) must be closed and accelerator pedal value
must be constant.
♦ “Converter clutch control”: The values given apply to the “adjusted condition” of the converter clutch. Under unfavorable conditions (for example, accelerating on a
hill) this condition will not be reached until 20 seconds after the completion of the shift. During this adjustment phase, slip values up to 350 RPM can be reached.
♦ Excessive converter slip RPM figures can also indicate slipping clutches or servos not activated.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
008 1 Kickdown Switch -F8- Engine not not actuated - – ⇒ DTC 18112 / P1704
running
Kickdown actuated15) Kickdown
2 Accelerator pedal value ⇒ Display group number 002, display field 2
3 Deceleration/Power signal While driving Deceleration mode Deceleration While driving downhill or slowing down (engine
14)
brake)
Power mode - In normal operation, engine is delivering power
14) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.
15) Kickdown point passed at throttle pedal.

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displayed
009 1 Engine torque While driving 16) ..Nm The signal for actual engine torque is transmitted
by the Engine Control Module (ECM) over the
CAN-bus circuit to the transmission control mod‐
ule (TCM)
– ⇒ DTC 18265 / P1857
2 Engine RPM ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 1
3 Accelerator pedal value ⇒ Display group number 002, display field 2
4 Transmission input torque While driving 16) ... Nm Should behave similarly to display field 1.
Can be ignored at this time

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16) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Note on display field 1

The signal for actual engine torque is transmitted by the Engine Control Module (ECM) over the CAN-bus circuit to the Transmission Control Module (TCM)

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
010 1 Torque increase in the convert‐ While driving 17) 0...3.2 is calculated by the Transmission Control Mod‐
er ule (TCM) from converter slip RPM
2 Engine RPM ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 1
3 Gear selected ⇒ Display group number 001, display field 4
4 Actual vehicle acceleration While driving min. -10 m/s2 Can be ignored
17)

17) While driving: A second technician is needed to read the specified values.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
011 1 Selector lever position ⇒ Display group number 004, display field
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M correctness
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– ⇒ inDTC 18152Copyright
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F189-
Selector lever not in the Tiptronic gate -
3 Tiptronic Switch, upshift/down‐ Selector lever in the Tiptronic gate – ⇒ DTCs 18141 / P1733 and 18147 / P1739
shift -F189-
not actuated -
Upshifting 18)
Upshift switch
Downshifting 19) Downshift switch
18) You must activate the upshift switch (+) by tapping the selector lever forward. On vehicles with multi-function steering wheel the upshift switch has to be activated by additionally tapping the upper left or
right button (+) on the steering wheel.
19) You must activate the downshift switch (-) by tapping the selector lever to the rear. On vehicles with multi-function steering wheel the downshift switch has to be activated by additionally tapping the lower
left or right button (-) on the steering wheel.

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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from speci‐
number field value fied value
displayed
012 1 Type of driving, load No load driving, for example on a level road E
Driving under load, for example driving up‐ B
hill
2 Dynamic code number Is calculated from rolling resistance index 0...256 Can be ignored at this time
and driver evaluation
3 Rolling resistance index Is required in order to calculate the dynam‐ 0...256
ic code number
4 Driver evaluation Is required in order to calculate the dynam‐ 0...256
ic code number

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
013 1 CAN-bus Stationary with the ignition ON ... Nm Can be ignored
Standardization torque
2 CAN-bus 0 ... 63 – ⇒ DTC 18249 / P1841
Engine code number
3 CAN-bus 1 – Verify Engine Control Module (ECM) coding
Transmission code number
4 CAN-bus 0 ... 63 – ⇒ DTC 18263 / P1855
Software status code number
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♦ Display field 2 and 4: When the Engine Control Module (ECM) is replaced, the same display as on the old control module must appear after installing the new control
module. If this is not the case, the wrong Engine Control Module (ECM) has been installed, or it has been incorrectly coded.

Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
125 1 Participant on CAN bus drive: Stationary participates Engine 1 – Check CAN-bus
Engine Control Module (ECM) ⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Mod‐
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Display group Display Description Test conditions Specified Steps in the events of deviations from specified
number field value value
displayed
does not participate Engine 0
2 Participant on CAN bus drive: Stationary participates ABS 1 – Check CAN-bus
ABS control module ⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Mod‐
ule Data Exchange, Checking”, page 91
does not participate ABS 0
3 Participant on CAN bus drive: Stationary participates Steering wheel 1 – Check CAN-bus
Control module for steering col‐ ⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Mod‐
umn electronics ule Data Exchange, Checking”, page 91
does not participate Steering wheel 0
Notes on display group number 125
♦ If “1” is displayed, communication from the corresponding control module to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) is OK.
♦ If “0” is displayed and no fault has been set in the DTC memory, the corresponding control module does not have CAN capability (or is faulty).

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2 Description and Operation

⇒ “2.1 OBD Technical Data”, page 23
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”,
page 29
⇒ “2.4 Selectable Functions”, page 33
⇒ “2.5 DTCs through 18112/P1704”, page 33
⇒ “2.6 DTCs through 18269/P1861”, page 52

2.1 OBD Technical Data

DTC memory
♦ Permanent memory Yes

Data output
♦ Rapid data transmission Yes
No
♦ Blink code output

Control element diagnosis / Output Diagnostic Yes

Test Mode (DTM)
Basic setting No 20)
Coding control module Yes
Reading Measured Value Block Yes
Electrical/Electronic components and component ⇒ “2.2 Electrical and
locations Electronic Compo‐
nent Locations”,
page 24
20) Resetting adaptation values for Transmission Control Module (TCM)
⇒ “1.4 Transmission Control Module, Basic Setting Adaptation
Values”, page 3

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2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations

⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99

1 - Transmission Control Mod‐

ule (TCM) -J217-
❑ Component location
and removal and instal‐
lation
⇒ “4.1 Transmission
Control Module”,
page 99
❑ Loosening multiple con‐
nector ⇒ page 100
❑ Control module is tested
by On Board Diagnostic
(OBD)
2 - Data Link Connector (DLC)
❑ Component location
⇒ page 26
3 - Shift Lock Solenoid -N110-
❑ Component location
⇒ page 26
❑ Can be tested in Meas‐
ured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Meas‐
ured Value Block”, page
4 and in Electrical Test
⇒ “3.10 Electrical Test‐
ing”, page 95
❑ Removal and installa‐
tion: ⇒ Automatic
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37 ; Removal and Instal‐
lation
4 - Internal transmission wiring
harness with integrated Trans‐
mission Fluid Temperature
Sensor (ATF) -G93-
❑ Component location
⇒ page 27
❑ -G93- is tested by On Board Diagnostic
❑ Removing and installing wiring harness or Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- : ⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
5 - Valve body
❑ Component location ⇒ page 26
❑ Solenoid Valves -N88- , -N89- , -N90- and Pressure Control Valves -N215- , -N216- , -N217- and -N218-
are attached to the valve body.
❑ Components are tested by On Board Diagnostic
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
6 - Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 27
❑ Is tested by On Board Diagnostic
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
7 - Shift control mechanism cover
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation

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8 - Tiptronic Switch -F189-

❑ Component location ⇒ page 27
❑ Can be tested in Measured Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation
9 - Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay -J60-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 28
❑ Testing ⇒ “3.8 Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay, Checking”, page 90
10 - Sensor for transmission RPM -G182-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 28
❑ Is tested by On Board Diagnostic
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
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❑ Is tested by On Board Diagnostic
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
12 - Transmission Range (TR) Selector Lever Display -Y6-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 28
❑ Gear display not illuminated indicates limp home operation with non-active Transmission Control Module
(TCM).
❑ Completely illuminated gear display indicates limp home operation with active Transmission Control
Module (TCM).
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr. 90 ; Removal and Installation
13 - Kickdown Switch -F8-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 29
❑ No mechanical switch; a specific value from Throttle Position Sensor and Sender for accelerator pedal
position -G79- / -G185- is stored in Engine Control Module (ECM)
❑ Signal transmission from ECM to TCM over CAN-bus
❑ Can be tested in Measured Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4
❑ Accelerator pedal module removal and installation: ⇒ Fuel Supply System; Rep. Gr. 20 ; Removal and
Installation
14 - Brake light switch -F-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 29
❑ Signal transmission from Engine Control Module (ECM) to Transmission Control Module (TCM) over
CAN-bus
❑ Can be tested in Measured Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Brake System; Rep. Gr. 45 ; Removal and Installation
15 - Cruise Control Switch -E45-
❑ Component location ⇒ page 29
❑ Removal and installation: ⇒ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr. 94 ; Removal and Installation

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Data Link Connector (DLC)

Component location: The DLC is located under the knee bolster
to the left of the steering wheel.

Shift Lock Solenoid -N110-

Component location: The Shift Lock Solenoid is located in the
shift control mechanism -arrow-.

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Valve body
Component location: The valve body is bolted underneath the
transmission housing and is covered by the transmission oil pan.
Solenoid Valves -N88- , -N89- , -N90- and Pressure Control
Valves 1 -N215- , 2 -N216- , 3 -N217- and 4 -N218- are attached
to the valve body.

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Internal transmission wiring harness with integrated Transmis‐

sion Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93-
Component location: The wiring harness is attached to the valve
body.
The wiring harness can be replaced with the transmission instal‐
led and the valve body removed.

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Multi-Function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125-

Component location: The Multi-Function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch is located on the left side of the transmission, harness
connector for Multi-Function Transmission Range (TR) Switch
-arrow-

Tiptronic Switch -F189-

Component location: The Tiptronic Switch is integrated into the
circuit board for the icon insert which is located in the cover for
the shift control mechanism.
It consists of 3 Hall sensors (A, B, C), which are energized by a
solenoid on the transverse slide on the roll cover
A - Downshift switch sensor
B - Tiptronic recognition sensor
C - Upshift switch sensor
– If malfunctions occur test Tiptronic Switch in the Measured
Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4
for malfunctions.

In the event of malfunctions, first check whether the solenoid is

properly attached to the roll cover -C- transverse slide, if neces‐
sary replace transverse slide. The icon insert with the integrated
circuit board must not be replaced until the wiring connections
have been inspected. In the case of vehicles with multi-function
steering wheel, the buttons on the steering wheel and their wiring
must also be inspected.

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Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay -J60-

Component location: On the relay carrier in the E-Box plenum.
4 - Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay -J60-

Sender for transmission output RPM -G195-

Component location: The Sender for transmission RPM is located
in the transmission at the right rear

Sensor for Transmission RPM -G182-

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Transmission Range Selector Lever Display -Y6-

Component location: Integrated in the instrument cluster

Note

The Transmission Range (TR) Selector Lever Display can only

be replaced together with the instrument cluster.

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Kickdown Switch -F8-

♦ No mechanical switch; a specific value from the Throttle Po‐
sition Sensor and the Sender for accelerator pedal position -
G79- / -G185- is stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM)

Brake light switch F

Component location: The brake light switch -arrow- is located on
the pedal cluster.
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Note

In order to ensure adequately tight fit the switch must be installed

only one time.

Cruise Control Switch -E45-

Component location: The Cruise Control Switch is located at the
steering column switch.

2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting

Functions
Test Perquisite
♦ Parking brake applied.
♦ Vehicle voltage supply OK.
♦ Voltage supply and fuses for particular system OK. Wiring di‐
agrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations
♦ Ground connections for transmission OK. Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting & Component locations
– Check ground connections for corrosion and damaged con‐
nection, repair as needed. Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting
& Component locations

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– Check battery ground strap and ground strap between battery

and transmission.
Test Procedure
– Switch ignition OFF.
– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information
System -VAS5051- with diagnostic lead -VAS5051/1- .

Note

The Data Link Connector (DLC) is located in the left side knee
bolster.

Caution

Please observe safety precautions

⇒ “1.2 OBD Program Safety Precautions”, page 2 .

Note

If an error message appears in the display: Users Manual for Ve‐

hicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information System -
VAS5051-

Display on -VAS5051- :
– Touch “Vehicle On Board Diagnostic System” button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :

Note

By touching “00 - Scan DTC Memory - Complete System” in the

selection -1- the automatic test sequence is performed, i.e. a scan
is performed of the DTC memory for all systems in the vehicle
capable of On Board Diagnostic (OBD).

Depending on the desired function:

– Switch ignition ON.
or
– Start engine.
– In selection -1- touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission Elec‐
tronics”.
– Wait until next display appears on screen.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Control module identification number of the Transmission
Control Module (TCM) ⇒ page 32

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Identification number of Transmission Control Module (example)

02 - Transmission electronics Vehicle system
8E0927156.. Part number; application, refer to the Parts catalog
AG5 01V 3.0l5V USA 0809 AG5 01V Automatic 5-Speed Transmission 01V
3.0l5V Engine Version 3.0 liter 5V
USA Market, USA, Canada and Mexico
0809 Control module data status (software status)
Code 1002 Control module coding (check ⇒ “3.4 Transmission Control Module, Coding”, page 77 )
Operating number 12345 Operating identification of the -VAS5051- with which the last coding was performed.

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2.4 Selectable Functions

Chapter
02 - Reading DTC Memory ⇒ “3.1 DTC Memory, Checking”,
page 69
03 - Control element diagnosis / Output Diagnostic Test ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test
Mode (DTM) Mode”, page 72
05 - Erasing DTC Memory ⇒ “3.2 DTC Memory, Erasing”,
page 70
06 - Ending Output
07 - Coding Control Module ⇒ “3.4 Transmission Control Mod‐
ule, Coding”, page 77
08 - Reading Measured Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value
Block”, page 4

2.5 DTCs through 18112/P1704

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♦ In the following all the possible DTCs are listed by ascending

order of DTC numbers. These trouble codes can be recog‐
nized by the Transmission Control Module -J217- . Then they
are displayed on the Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and In‐
formation System -VAS5051- during scanning of the DTC
memory content.
♦ If faults occur only occasionally or if the DTC memory was not
deleted after the fault was corrected, these faults will be dis‐
played for a predetermined time as “intermittently occurring
faults” Transmission Control Module (TCM) DTC Recognition,
⇒ page 1 .
♦ If faulty components are displayed when the DTC memory is
read, make an additional check of wiring connections to the
components for a short circuit and open circuit. Wiring dia‐
grams, Troubleshooting & Component locations

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16987 P0603
Control module faulty ♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replacing Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24
16989 P0605
Control module faulty ♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replacing Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24
Notes on Diagnostic Trouble Codes 16987 / P0603 and 16989 / P0605:
Only after determining the possible fault cause and correcting the following faults:
♦ Mechanical faults
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♦ Hydraulic faults
♦ Electrical/electronic components and wiring connections

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17087 P0703
Brake light switch -F-
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Wiring connection between brake test switch, – Read Measured Value Block
brake light switch F and Engine Control Module ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
(ECM) faulty group number 3.

– Check wiring connections and harness connectors using

wiring diagram

– Read DTC memory for Engine Control Module (ECM) and

repair fault.
♦ Brake light switch F faulty – Replace brake light switch -F- . ⇒ Brake System; Rep. Gr.
45 ; Removal and Installation
Notes on DTC 17087 / P0703:
♦ The signal from the brake light switch -F- is transmitted by the Engine Control Module (ECM) over the CAN-bus circuit to the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
♦ Conditions for DTC recognition: The signals from the brake light switch and the brake test switch are transmitted over the CAN-bus circuit to the Transmission Control
Module (TCM) and evaluated there. In the event of an implausibility this DTC is displayed in the Transmission Control Module (TCM).

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17090 P0706
Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -
F125-
Implausible signal ♦ Selector lever cable wrongly adjusted – Adjust selector lever cable. ⇒ Automatic Transmission;
Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Connector at the Multi-function Transmission – Read Measured Value Block
Range (TR) Switch -F125- not attached ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 4.
♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+
– Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 21)

♦ Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch - – Perform electrical test

F125- faulty ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95

– Replace Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -

F125- . ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal
and Installation
21) First checkby8-pin
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17094 P0710
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93-
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 22)

♦ Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- – Read Measured Value Block

faulty ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 004.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace transmission wiring harness 23)

⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation

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22) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.
23) The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- is integrated in the transmission wiring harness and can only be replaced as a unit with the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17095 P0711
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93-
Implausible signal ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 24)

♦ Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- – Read Measured Value Block

faulty ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 004.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace transmission wiring harness 25)

⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
24) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.
25) The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- is integrated in the transmission wiring harness and can only be replaced as a unit with the wiring harness.

Note on DTC 17095 / P0711:

♦ Condition for DTC recognition: Transmission fluid temperature does not increase after the engine is started or makes erratic changes in temperature.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17096 P0712
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93-
Signal too low ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 26)

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♦ Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- – Read Measured Value Block
faulty ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 004.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace transmission wiring harness 27)

⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
26) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.
27) The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- is integrated in the transmission wiring harness and can only be replaced as a unit with the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17097 P0713
Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93-
Signal too high ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 28)

♦ Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- – Read Measured Value Block

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with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG. group number 004

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace transmission wiring harness 29)

⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
28) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.
29) The Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- is integrated in the transmission wiring harness and can only be replaced as a unit with the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17100 P0716
Sensor for transmission RPM -G182-

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Implausible signal ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 30)

♦ Sensor for transmission RPM -G182- - faulty. – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 001.

– Replace sensor for transmission RPM -G182- . ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
♦ Transmission RPM signal faulty – Correct fault according to DTC 17105 / P0721

Continued ▾
30) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary.

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DTC continued
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Implausible signal ♦ ATF level not OK. – Check ATF level. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Faulty or incorrect converter – Check converter identification.

♦ Clutches or brakes slipping – Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005 to 007 and confirm during a drive which
servos are faulty or not activated.
♦ Solenoid valve or pressure control valve is sticking – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– If necessary, replace solenoid valves, pressure control

valves or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
38 ; Removal and Installation
Note on DTC 17100 / P0716:
♦ Condition for DTC recognition: One transmission position (D or S) has been positively engaged, not an intermediate position. Engine RPM while driving is higher
than 608 RPM. Transmission output RPM while driving is higher than 416 RPM.

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♦ The DTC is displayed when the conditions for DTC recognition are met and transmission input RPM is equal 0 RPM or higher than 8000 RPM.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17105 P0721
Sender for transmission output RPM -
G195-
Implausible signal ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 31)

♦ Shielding for -G195- faulty – Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
♦ Sender for transmission output RPM -G195- faulty group number 001.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace sender for transmission output RPM -G195- . ⇒

Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and In‐
stallation
♦ Engine or transmission input RPM signal incorrect – Correct fault according to DTC 17100 / P0716.

Continued ▾
31) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary.
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DTC continued
17105 P0721
Sender for transmission output RPM -
G195-
Implausible signal ♦ ATF level not OK. – Check ATF level. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Faulty or incorrect converter – Check converter identification.

♦ Clutches or brakes slipping – Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005 to 007 and confirm during a drive where
servos are faulty or not activated.

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♦ Solenoid valve or pressure control valve is sticking – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– If necessary, replace solenoid valves, pressure control

valves or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
38 ; Removal and Installation

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17114 P0730
Gear/gear ratio monitoring
Wrong gear ratio ♦ ATF level not OK. or ATF contaminated – Check ATF level. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Clutch is slipping or faulty or solenoid valve con‐ – Perform control element diagnosis
taminated / faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

♦ Incorrect Transmission Control Module (TCM) in‐ – Verify control module identification number
stalled or incorrectly coded

♦ Sensor for transmission RPM -G182- faulty – Correct fault according to DTC 17100 / P0716.

♦ Sender for transmission output RPM -G195- faulty – Correrct fault according to DTC 17105 / P0721.

Notes on DTC 17114 / P0730:

♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found.
♦ When testing full braking RPM, transmission input RPM in the converter with the vehicle stationary and gear engaged must be almost zero. If this is not the case,
this DTC is also displayed because clutch damage may be present (Read Measured Value Block ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display group
number 001).

Output at Printer Possible Cause

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1. Gear

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

Wrong gear ratio ♦ This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / – For correction also ⇒ DTC 17114 / P0730:
P0730

♦ Clutch for the gear indicated is slipping/faulty or – Perform control element diagnosis
solenoid valve for this gear is contaminated / faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Clutch logic or solenoid valve logic.

Note on DTC 17115 / P0731:
♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / P0730 when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17116 P0732
2. Gear
Wrong gear ratio ♦ This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / – For correction also ⇒ DTC 17114 / P0730:
P0730

♦ Clutch for the gear indicated is slipping / faulty or – Perform control element diagnosis
solenoid valve for this gear is contaminated/faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Clutch logic or solenoid valve logic.

Note on DTC 17116 / P0732:
♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / P0730 when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17117 P0733
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Wrong gear ratio ♦ This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / – For correction also ⇒ DTC 17114 / P0730:
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P0730

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Clutch for the gear indicated is slipping / faulty or – Perform control element diagnosis
solenoid valve for this gear is contaminated/faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Clutch logic or solenoid valve logic.

Note on DTC 17117 / P0733:
♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / P0730 when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17118 P0734
4. Gear
Wrong gear ratio ♦ This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / – For correction also ⇒ DTC 17114 / P0730:
P0730

♦ Clutch for the gear indicated is slipping/faulty or – Perform control element diagnosis
solenoid valve for this gear is contaminated/faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Clutch logic or solenoid valve logic.

Note on DTC 17118 / P0734:
♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / P0730 when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17119 P0735
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Wrong gear ratio ♦ This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114with/ respect
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♦ Clutch for the gear indicated is slipping/faulty or – Perform control element diagnosis
solenoid valve for this gear is contaminated/faulty ⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Clutch logic or solenoid valve logic.

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Note on DTC 17119 / P0735:

♦ The gear monitoring function of the Transmission Control Module checks the gear ratios by comparing transmission input and transmission output RPM, taking into
consideration the gear currently engaged. This DTC is displayed in addition to DTC 17114 / P0730 when a detected, unacceptable gear ratio (implausibility) is found

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17125 P0741
Clutch for torque converter lock up
No transmission of power ♦ ATF level not OK. or ATF contaminated – Check ATF level. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Faulty or incorrect converter – Check converter identification.

♦ Pressure control valve 4 -N218- faulty – Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
♦ Problems in the ATF feed to the pressure control group number 007 and check converter clutch (closed)
valve 4 -N218- and permissible torque converter slippage.
♦ Torque converter pressure valve faulty
– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐
♦ Torque converter clutch valve faulty matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
♦ Clutch for torque converter lock up faulty/worn – Replace torque converter. ⇒ Automatic Transmission;
Rep. Gr. 32 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Electrical energizing of Pressure Control
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Note on DTC 17125 / P0741:

♦ The ratio of transmission input RPM -G182- to engine RPM with the torque converter clutch closed does not match (implausibility).

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17135 P0751
Shift valve 1 ⇒ solenoid valve 1 -N88-
Open circuit / short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 32)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
32) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Note on DTC 17135 / P0751:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17136 P0752
Shift valve 1 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 33)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.
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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability – Perform electrical test
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG. ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
33) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Note on DTC 17136 / P0752:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17137 P0753
Shift Valve 1 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 34)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
34) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary.
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17140 P0756
Shift Valve 2 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
Open circuit/short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 35)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
35) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Notes on DTC 17140 / P0756:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17141 P0757
Shift Valve 2 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 36)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .
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⇒ “1.5 Reading
permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG. Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
36) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Notes on DTC 17141 / P0757:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17142 P0758
Shift Valve 2 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 37)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
37) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

17145 P0761
Shift Valve 3 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
Open circuit/short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 38)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
38) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Note on DTC 17145 / P0761:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Shift Valve 3 ⇒withSolenoid
respect to theValve 3 -N90-
correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 39)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
39) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Note on DTC 17146 / P0762:

♦ Short circuit to B+ is already checked with the ignition switched ON. All types of DTCs are recognized during operation.

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17147 P0763
Shift Valve 3 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground or B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐
gram 40)

♦ Solenoid valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace solenoid valve or valve body. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
40) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Maximum engine RPM exceeded ♦ Signal
permitted unless authorised by AUDI from
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AG doesRPM sensor
not guarantee to Engine
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any liability – Read Measured Value Block
Module (ECM) faulty
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 001.
♦ Engine Speed (RPM) sensor -G28- faulty
♦ Engine RPM signal is being falsified by incorrectly – Read DTC memory for Engine Control Module (ECM) and
routed electrical wiring (e.g. aftermarket installa‐ repair fault.
tion of a telephone)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Unacceptable transmission downshifting (e.g. as – Read Measured Value Block
the result of a mechanically faulty valve body) ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 005 and determine while driving where ser‐
vos are faulty or not active.

– If necessary, replace individual solenoid valves or valve

body. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal
and Installation
Note on DTC 17968 / P1560:
♦ Condition for DTC recognition: Engine speed higher than 7400 RPM.

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18112 P1704
Kickdown Switch -F8- 41)
Electrical fault in circuit ♦ Open circuit in CAN-bus wire – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 125.

– Check CAN-bus
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Ex‐
change, Checking”, page 91 .
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♦ Short circuit or open circuit between accelerator – Read DTC memory for Engine Control Module (ECM) and
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

pedal module and Engine Control Module (ECM) repair fault.

♦ Accelerator pedal module faulty – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.

– Replace accelerator pedal module. ⇒ Fuel Supply Sys‐

tem; Rep. Gr. 20 ; Removal and Installation
41) No mechanical switch; a specific value from the throttle and accelerator position sensors -G79- / -G185- is set in the Engine Control Module (ECM). Signal transmission from Engine Control Module (ECM)
to Transmission Control Module takes place over CAN-bus.

Note on DTC 18112 / P1704:

♦ With the brake pedal depressed and simultaneous full depression of the accelerator pedal as far as Kickdown (wide-open throttle) this fault can be displayed
erroneously.

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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
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2.6 DTCs through 18269/P1861

Note

♦ In the following all the possible DTCs are listed by ascending

order of DTC numbers. These trouble codes can be recog‐
nized by the Transmission Control Module -J217- . Then they
are displayed on the Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and In‐
formation System
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♦ If faults occur only occasionally or if the DTC memory was not
deleted after the fault was corrected, these faults will be dis‐
played for a predetermined time as “intermittently occurring
faults” Transmission Control Module (TCM) DTC Recognition,
⇒ page 1 .
♦ If faulty components are displayed when the DTC memory is
read, make an additional check of wiring connections to the
components for a short circuit and open circuit. ⇒ Wiring dia‐
grams, Troubleshooting & Component locations

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18141 P1733
Tiptronic Switch, downshift -F189-
Short circuit to ground ♦ Tiptronic Switch, downshift -F189- faulty – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 011.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the electrical wiring – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the Tiptronic buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel or in the wiring

♦ Solenoid in the roll cover for shift mechanism

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private or commercial circuit inboard or roll cover
42) is not
part or in whole, 43)
for
become detached shift mechanism. ⇒ Automatic Transmission;
permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Rep. Gr. 37 ;
Removal and Installation
42) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- consists of switches for recognition, upshift and downshift. It is integrated in the shift mechanism printed circuit board, i.e. if the Tiptronic Switch -F189- is faulty, the printed
circuit board has to be replaced.
43) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- receives its Tiptronic gate recognition or upshift/downshift information through the solenoid on the transverse slide on the roll cover. If the solenoid has become detached, the
roll cover must be replaced.

Note on DTC 18141 / P1733:

♦ DTC is displayed if the downshift switch 44)was detected shifting outside selector lever position D.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18147 P1739
Tiptronic Switch, upshift -F189-
Short circuit to ground ♦ Tiptronic Switch, upshift -F189- faulty – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 011.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the electrical wiring – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the Tiptronic buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel or in the wiring

♦ Solenoid in the roll cover for shift mechanism has – Replace printed circuit board 44)
or roll cover 45)
for
become detached shift mechanism. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ;
Removal and Installation

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44) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- consists of switches for recognition, upshift and downshift. It is integrated in the shift mechanism printed circuit board, i.e. if the Tiptronic Switch -F189- is faulty, the printed
circuit board has to be replaced.
45) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- receives its Tiptronic gate recognition or upshift/downshift information through the solenoid on the transverse slide on the roll cover. If the solenoid has become detached, the
roll cover must be replaced.

Note on DTC 18147 / P1739:

♦ DTC is displayed if the upshift switch 46)was detected shifting outside selector lever position D.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18152 P1744
Tiptronic Switch, recognition -F189-
Short circuit to ground ♦ Tiptronic Switch, recognition -F189- 48) faulty – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 011.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the electrical wiring – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Short circuit to ground in the Tiptronic buttons on
the multifunction steering wheel or in the wiring

♦ Solenoid in the roll cover for shift mechanism has – Replace printed circuit board 46)
or roll cover 47)
for
become detached shift mechanism. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ;
Removal and Installation
46) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- consists of switches for recognition, upshift and downshift. It is integrated in the shift mechanism printed circuit board, i.e. if the Tiptronic Switch -F189- is faulty, the printed
circuit board has to be replaced.
47) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- receives its Tiptronic gate recognition or upshift/downshift information through the solenoid on the transverse slide on the roll cover. If the solenoid has become detached, the
roll cover must be replaced.
48) If the transmission is shifted into the Tiptronic gate with the selector lever in D this shift procedure is recognized by the Tiptronic recognition switch -F189- and transmitted to the Transmission Control Module
(TCM).

Note on DTC 18152 / P1744:

♦ DTC is displayed if Tiptronic recognition was detected, although the selector lever is not in the Tiptronic gate.

Output at Printer Protected by copyright. Possible Cause

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18153 P1745 with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Power supply for solenoid valves

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit of Transmission Control Module – Check power supply for Transmission Control Module
(TCM) -J217- terminals 52, 53 to B+. (TCM) -J217- , also read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 003.

– Check wiring and wiring connectors following wiring dia‐

gram 49)

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .
♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
49) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18155 P1747
Power supply for solenoid valves
Open circuit/short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit in wiring or short circuit to ground in – Check power supply for Transmission Control Module
Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- termi‐ (TCM) -J217- , also read Measured Value Block
nals 52, 53 ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 003.

– Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with

wiring diagram 50)

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .
♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
page 24 .
18156 P1748
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Control module faulty ♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .

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50) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Notes on DTC 18156 / P1748:

Only after determining the possible fault cause and correcting the following faults:
♦ Mechanical faults
♦ Hydraulic faults
♦ Electrical / electronic components and wiring connections

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18158 P1750
Power supply
Voltage too low ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check power supply for Transmission Control Module
(TCM) -J217- , also read Measured Value Block
♦ Battery monitoring detects fault ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 003.

– Check wiring connections and harness connectors using

wiring diagram.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .
♦ Open circuit/short circuit to permanent B+ in the – Replace Transmission Control Module
Transmission Control Module (TCM) ⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
Notes on DTC 18158 / P1750:
♦ Condition for DTC recognition: Battery voltage 9 volts or less transmission goes into limp home mode ⇒ ⇒ page 2 .
♦ With a loss of electrical system voltage (terminal 30) the adaptation values in the Transmission Control Module (TCM) are reset. The control module has to relearn
these values after resumption of operation. During this “learning process” shift quality may be worse than normal.

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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

18159 P1751
Power supply

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Voltage too high ♦ Generator or voltage regulator faulty – Check power supply for Transmission Control Module
(TCM) -J217- , also read Measured Value Block
♦ Second battery was inadvertently connected in ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
series, for example while jump starting. group number 003.

– Check wiring connections and harness connectors using

wiring diagram.

– Perform
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♦ Voltage regulator for Generator faulty/faulty – Check voltage regulator for generator and replace if nec‐
essary. ⇒ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Diagnosis
and Testing
Notes on DTC 18159 / P1751:
♦ Condition for DTC recognition: Battery voltage above 16 volts
♦ This DTC was also displayed, for example, when jump starting with a 24 volt battery.
♦ Battery monitoring distinguishes four ranges U = battery voltage):
1) U less than 7 volts transmission goes into limp home mode ⇒ page 2
2) U 7...9 volts gear is held for about 2.5 seconds, if U is still in this range afterward, transmission goes into limp home mode ⇒ page 2
3) U 9 ...16 volts ⇒ voltage is OK.
4) U higher than 16 volts transmission goes into limp home mode ⇒ page 2

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18161 P1753
Tiptronic Switch -F189-

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

Implausible signal ♦ Individual Hall sensors are not switching to ground – Check adjustment of selector lever cable. ⇒ Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Diagnosis and Testing
– Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 002.

– Replace printed circuit board 51)

for shift mechanism. ⇒
Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Diagnosis and
Testing
♦ Connector at the shift mechanism not attached – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Shift mechanism has no power supply
♦ All 3 Tiptronic wires have an open circuit

51) The Tiptronic Switch -F189- consists of switches for recognition, upshift and downshift. It is integrated in the shift mechanism printed circuit board, i.e. if the Tiptronic Switch -F189- is faulty, the printed
circuit board has to be replaced.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18169 P1761
Shift Lock ⇒ Solenoid -N110-
Short circuit to ground ♦ Short circuit to ground in the electrical wiring 52) – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram.
♦ Fuse faulty

♦ Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 00 3.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10inElectrical
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Copyright by Lock
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. ⇒ Automatic Trans‐
mission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Short circuit on the shift mechanism printed circuit – Replace shift mechanism printed circuit board. ⇒ Auto‐
board matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
♦ Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
52) Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- cannot be switched OFF, i.e. the selector lever cannot be shifted out of selector lever positions P or D, even by actuating the brake pedal.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18170 P1762
Shift Lock ⇒ Solenoid -N110-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ in the electrical wiring 53) – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 003.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- . ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Short circuit on the shift mechanism printed circuit – Replace shift mechanism printed circuit board. ⇒ Auto‐
board matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
♦ Transmission Control Module -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
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it cannot be shifted out of P and N without actuating the brake pedal.
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18171 P1763
Shift Lock ⇒ Solenoid -N110-
Open circuit ♦ Open circuit in the electrical wiring 54) – Check wiring connections and harness connectors using
wiring diagram.
♦ Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not group number 003.
permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG. – Perform electrical test
⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- . ⇒ Automatic Trans‐

mission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Removal and Installation
♦ Transmission Control Module -J217- faulty – Replace Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
54) Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- for shift lever lock cannot be activated in selector lever position P and N, i.e. it cannot be shifted out of P and N without actuating the brake pedal.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18222 P1814
Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215-
Open circuit / short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 55)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
55) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18223 P1815
Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes,wiring diagram
in part or
56)
in whole, is not

♦ Pressure control
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright bycontrol
valve faulty – Perform AUDI AG. element
diagnosis
permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace Pressure Control Valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
56) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18227 P1819
Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216-
Open circuit / short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 57)

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace Pressure Control Valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
57) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18228 P1820
Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 58)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace Pressure Control Valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic
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or commercial ; Removal
purposes, in part or and Installa‐
in whole, is not
permitted tion
unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
58) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18232 P1824
Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-
Open circuit / short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 59)

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
59) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18233 P1825
Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 60)

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 006.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
60) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18237 P1829
Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218-
Open circuit / short circuit to ground ♦ Open circuit or short circuit to ground – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 61)

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 007.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
61) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary. If DTCs are displayed, pay particular attention to the 16-pin harness connector at the transmission between
the valve body and the wiring harness.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18238 P1830
Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218-
Short circuit to B+ ♦ Short circuit to B+ – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 62)

♦ Pressure control valve faulty – Perform control element diagnosis

⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72 .

– Read Measured Value Block

⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 007.

– Perform electrical test

⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95 .

– Replace pressure control valve or valve body. ⇒ Auto‐

matic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installa‐
tion
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18249 P1841
Engine Control Module (ECM)/Transmis‐
sion Control Module (TCM)
Versions do not match ♦ Incorrect Transmission Control Module (TCM) in‐ – Check Transmission Control Module (TCM) identification
stalled number

♦ Incorrect or faulty Engine Control Module (ECM) – Verify Engine Control Module (ECM) identification number
and scan DTC memory.
18258 P1850
Data bus drive 63)
Missing message from Engine Con‐ ♦ Open circuit in CAN-bus wire – Read Measured Value Block
trol Module (ECM) ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 125.

– Check CAN-bus
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Ex‐
change,
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Notes on DTC 18258 / P1850:

♦ Condition for DTC recognition: The Transmission Control Module (TCM) is not receiving a message from the Engine Control Module (ECM). However, communication
with the ABS control module and the instrument cluster is working.
♦ The exchange of data and information between the Engine Control Module (ECM), ABS control module, Transmission Control Module (TCM) and instrument cluster
is carried out over what is called a CAN-bus. All information signals are transmitted over 2 lines.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18259 P1851
Data bus drive 64)
Missing message from ABS control ♦ Open circuit in CAN-bus wire – Read Measured Value Block
module ⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 125.

– Check CAN-bus
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Ex‐
change, Checking”, page 91 .

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64) The data bus is also described as a CAN-bus.

Notes on DTC 18259 / P1851:

♦ Condition for DTC recognition: The Transmission Control Module (TCM) is not receiving a signal from the ABS control module. However, communication with the
Engine Control Module (ECM) and the instrument cluster is functioning.
♦ The exchange of data and information between the Engine Control Module (ECM), ABS control module, Transmission Control Module (TCM) and instrument cluster
is carried out over what is called a CAN-bus. All information signals are transmitted over 2 lines.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18262 P1854
Data bus drive 65)
faulty ♦ Transmission Control Module -J217- faulty – Replace Transmission Control Module
⇒ “2.2 Electrical and Electronic Component Locations”,
page 24 .
18263 P1855
Data bus drive 65)
Monitoring software status ♦ Open circuit in CAN-bus wire – Read Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 ; display
group number 125.

– Check CAN-bus
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Ex‐
change, Checking”, page 91 .
♦ Incorrect Transmission Control Module (TCM) – Check Transmission Control Module (TCM) identification
number.
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♦ The exchange of data and information between the Engine Control Module (ECM), ABS control module, Transmission Control Module (TCM) and instrument cluster
is carried out over what is called a CAN-bus. All information signals are transmitted over 2 lines.

Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18265 P1857
Load signal

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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

Error message from Engine Control Module ♦ Error in the “Signal for Actual Engine Torque” di‐ – Read Engine Control Module (ECM) DTC memory and re‐
(ECM) agnosed by Engine Control Module (ECM) pair fault.

♦ Incorrect or faulty Engine Control Module (ECM) – Check Engine Control Module (ECM) identification num‐
or engine components faulty ber and read DTC memory.

Notes on DTC 18265 / P1857:

♦ The signal for actual engine torque is transmitted by the Engine Control Module (ECM) over the CAN-bus circuit to the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
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Output at Printer Possible Cause Repair

18269 P1861
Throttle Position Sensor (TP) -G79- 67)
Error message from the Engine Control Module ♦ Short circuit or open circuit between accelerator – Read DTC memory for Engine Control Module (ECM) and
pedal module and Engine Control Module (ECM) repair fault.
♦ Accelerator pedal module faulty – Check wiring and wiring connectors in accordance with
wiring diagram 66)

– Replace accelerator pedal module. ⇒ Fuel Supply Sys‐

tem; Rep. Gr. 20 ; Removal and Installation
66) First check harness connectors for corroded terminals or water entry and replace if necessary.
67) The Throttle Position Sensor and sender for accelerator pedal position -G79- / -G185- are present.

Notes on DTC 18269 / P1861:

♦ The signal for throttle position and accelerator pedal position sensors is transmitted by the Engine Control Module (ECM) over the CAN-bus circuit to the Transmission
Control Module (TCM).
♦ Conditions for DTC recognition: The Engine Control Module (ECM) diagnoses the fault in the particular component. This fault diagnosis is transmitted over the CAN-
bus circuit to the Transmission Control Module (TCM).

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3 Diagnosis and Testing

⇒ “3.1 DTC Memory, Checking”, page 69
⇒ “3.2 DTC Memory, Erasing”, page 70
⇒ “3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode”, page 72
⇒ “3.4 Transmission Control Module, Coding”, page 77
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78
⇒ “3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM and Transmission,
Checking”, page 84
⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range Switch, Checking ”,
page 87
⇒ “3.8 Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay, Checking”,
page 90
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module Data Exchange,
Checking”, page 91
⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95

3.1 DTC Memory, Checking

– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information
System -VAS5051-
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page
29 and in selection touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission
Electronics”. Ignition must be switched ON.
Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection touch -1- diagnostic function “02 - Scan DTC
memory”.

Display on -VAS5051- :
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1- Contents of the DTC memory:

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♦ 0 DTCs detected
or
♦ X DTCs detected
2 - DTC
♦ DTC number
♦ Location of DTC
♦ Type of DTC
A - If DTCs were recognized:
– Print out contents of screen or OBD protocol.
– End function “02 - Scan DTC memory” by touching ◂ button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
– Repair malfunction(s) using the Test Chart
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .
– In selection touch diagnostic function “02 - Scan DTC memory”
again and delete DTC memory
⇒ “3.2 DTC Memory, Erasing”, page 70 .
– Touch “06 - End output”.
B - If no DTC was detected:
– Touch “06 - End output”.

3.2 DTC Memory, Erasing

Requirements:
♦ DTC memory scanned
⇒ “3.1 DTC Memory, Checking”, page 69 .
♦ All malfunctions corrected.
After DTC scan has been checked:
Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection touch -1- diagnostic function “05 - Delete DTC
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Display on -VAS5051- :
1- ♦ No display (before deletion)
or
♦ DTC memory deleted

Note

If the message appears in display field -1-: “DTC memory has not
been scanned yet”, the test procedure was not followed exactly.
The DTC memory can only be deleted if the DTC memory was
scanned previously.
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deleted!
– Touch OK button in display -2-.
– End function “05 - Delete DTC memory” by touching ◂ button.
– After repair scan DTC memory again.

Note

This deletes DTCs which were stored during repair of the fault,
for example by removing harness connectors.

– After scanning and deleting DTC memory, test drive vehicle

and scan DTC memory again.
The scan of the DTC memory must display:
“No DTC recognized”

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3.3 Output Diagnostic Test Mode

Note

♦ Control element diagnosis can only be performed if the ignition

is ON, the selector lever is in position “P”, the engine is not
running and the vehicle is stationary.
♦ Control element diagnosis is terminated if the engine is star‐
ted.
♦ Solenoid Valve 1 -N88- , Solenoid Valve 2 -N89- , Solenoid
Valve 3 -N90- , Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215- and Shift Lock
Solenoid -N110- are tested acoustically during control element
diagnosis. Ambient noises must be avoided during the acous‐
tical test.
♦ Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216- , Pressure Control Valve 3 -
N217- and Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218- are energized
through control element diagnosis. Acoustical testing is made
more difficult by the fact that these valves click very quietly,
which can be heard only in the area of the ATF oil pan. How‐
ever, any electrical faults that occur when the valves are
energized are saved in the DTC memory by the On Board Di‐
agnostic (OBD) system.
♦ During control element diagnosis the individual actuators are
energized for approximately 45 seconds, unless the test is au‐
tomatically advanced to the next actuator by pressing the ▸
button.
♦ To repeat control element diagnosis, switch the ignition OFF
and ON again.

Energizing Sequence
1. Shift Valve 1 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
2. Shift Valve 2 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
3. Shift Valve 3 ⇒ Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
4. Shift Lock ⇒ Solenoid -N110-
5. Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215-
6. Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216-
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7. Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-

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8. Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218-
9. Power supply for solenoid valves
Test sequence
– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement- and Information
System -VAS5051-
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page
29 and in selection touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission
Electronics”. Ignition must be switched ON.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection touch -1- diagnostic function “03 - Control element
diagnosis”.
– Touch ◂ button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
1- Shift Valve 1 Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC memory DTC

chart starts on ⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
2 - Shift Valve 2 Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC memory DTC

chart starts on ⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test
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Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
3 - Shift Valve 3 Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC memory DTC

chart starts on ⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.
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A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced

4 - Shift Lock Solenoid -N110-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ The Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- is triggered at intervals for
about 45 seconds (clicks), unless control element diagnosis is
terminated by touching the ◂ button.

Note

In addition, the brake symbol on the shift mechanism cover must

illuminate at intervals.

If the solenoid is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
5 - Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC memory DTC

chart starts on ⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
6 - Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

The valve can be heard clicking very faintly only in the area of the
ATF oil pan. Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC
memory DTC chart starts on
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
7 - Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

Note

The valve can be heard clicking very faintly only in the area of the
ATF oil pan. Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC
memory DTC chart starts on
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
8 - Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218-
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced
♦ This valve is energized (clicks) for approximately 45 seconds ,
unless the test is automatically advanced to the next actuator
by touching the ◂ button.

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The valve can be heard clicking very faintly only in the area of the
ATF oil pan. Any electrical malfunctions are saved in the DTC
memory DTC chart starts on
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .

If the valve is not energized (does not click):

– Perform electrical test ⇒ “3.10 Electrical Testing”, page 95
– Touch ◂ button.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is pending - Test must be advanced
9 - Power supply for solenoid valves
– Touch ◂ button.
A - Actuator test is running - Test may be advanced

Note

This actuator can be ignored. To continue control element diag‐

nosis, touch the ▸ button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
A - Actuator test is concluded
– End function “03 - Control element diagnosis” by touching ◂
button.

3.4 Transmission Control Module, Coding

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) can be coded.

Note

Coding can only be performed with the ignition ON and with the
selector lever in position “P” or “N”. Accelerator pedalunless
must remain
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not be started.

Test Procedure
– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information
System -VAS5051-
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page
29 and in selection, touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission
Electronics”. Ignition must be switched ON.
Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection, touch -1- diagnostic function “07 - Coding control
module”.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Enter code word
– On keypad -2- enter control module coding.
Code Number For Vehicles
01002 USA, Canada, Mexico
– Confirm entry by pressing Q button.

Note

After coding, the Transmission Control Module DTC memory is automatically

deleted.

Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Coding is being carried out
– Wait until next display appears on screen.

Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Coding in the vehicle system completed
2- Control module identification number with new coding
(previous coding in parentheses)
– Terminate function “07 - Coding Control Module” by pressing
◂ button.

3.5 Electrical Test Table

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Switch on measurement range: Voltage measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
1 54 + 34 Power supply for the Trans‐ • Ignition switched ON Approximate battery – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
54 + 6 mission Control Module voltage
55 + 34 (TCM) -J217-
55 + 6
26 + 6 Electrical system voltage ter‐ • Ignition switched OFF Approximate battery – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
26 + 34 minal 30 from Transmission voltage
Control Module (TCM) -J217-
2 2+6 Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- • Ignition switched ON Approximate battery – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
voltage
– Check Multi-function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch -F125- for short circuit.
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permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee solenoid
or accept -N110-
any liability for short circuit.
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– Perform test step 14.

Switch on measurement range: Voltage measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
3 36 + 34 Multi-function Transmission • Ignition switched ON Approximate battery – Check harness connector at Multi-function
36 + 6 Range (TR) Switch -F125- voltage Transmission Range (TR) Switch for corro‐
– Selector lever in “P”, “N” or “D” ded terminals.
– Selector lever in “R” or “S” Less than 1 volt – Check Multi-function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch
⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range
Switch, Checking ”, page 87 .
8 + 34 – Selector lever in “R”, “N” or “S” Approximate battery – Check power supply to Multi-function Trans‐
8+6 voltage mission Range (TR) Switch
⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range
Switch, Checking ”, page 87 .
– Selector lever in “P” or. “D” Less than 1 volt – Perform test step 4.
37 + 34 – Selector lever in “N”, “D” or “S” Approximate battery
37 + 6 voltage

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Switch on measurement range: Voltage measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
– Selector lever in “P” or. “R” Less than 1 volt
9 + 34 – Selector lever in “D” or “S” Approximate battery
9+6 voltage
– Selector lever in “P”, “R” or. “N” Less than 1 volt

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
4 55 + 36 Multi-function Transmission • Ignition switched OFF Less than 1 Ω – Check harness connector at Multi-function
Range (TR) Switch -F125- Transmission Range (TR) Switch for corro‐
– Selector lever in “P”, “N” or “D” ded terminals.
– Selector lever in “R” or “S” ∞Ω – Check Multi-function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch
⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range
Switch, Checking ”, page 87 .
55 + 8 – Selector lever in “R”, “N” or “S” Less than 1 Ω – Perform test step 3.
– Selector lever in “P” or “D” ∞Ω
55 + 37 – Selector lever in “N”, “D” or “S” Less than 1 Ω
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– Selector lever in “P”, “R” or “N” ∞Ω

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
5 6+ ground to Ground connections for the • Ignition switched OFF Less than 1 Ω – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
battery control module -J217-

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Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
34 + ground to Less than 1 Ω
battery
6 52 + 53 Feed wires for solenoid • Ignition switched OFF Less than 1 Ω – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
valves
– Check harness connector control module to
16-pin connector
⇒ “3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM
and Transmission, Checking”, page 84 .

– Perform test step 1.

– Check wiring harness in transmission follow‐

ing wiring diagram.

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value value
– Additional procedures
7 52 + 30 Solenoid Valve 1 -N88- • Ignition switched OFF 25...35 Ω – Check 16-pin harness connector to trans‐
mission for corroded terminals.
30 + 34 ∞Ω – Perform test step 6.
8 52 + 33 Solenoid Valve 2 -N89- • Ignition switched OFF 25...35 Ω – Check harness connector from control mod‐
ule to 16-pin connector
⇒ “3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM
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∞Ω – Check wiring harness in transmission follow‐
ing wiring diagram, replace if necessary.
9 52 + 32 Solenoid Valve 3 -N90- • Ignition switched OFF 25...35 Ω – Replace solenoid valve.

32 + 34 ∞Ω ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Re‐

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Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
10 52 + 5 PressureControl Valve 1 - • Ignition switched OFF 6...8 Ω – Check 16-pin harness connector to trans‐
N215- mission for corroded terminals.
5 + 34 ∞Ω – Perform test step 6.
11 52 + 1 Pressure Control Valve 2 - • Ignition switched OFF 6...8 Ω – Check harness connector from control mod‐
N216- ule to 16-pin connector
⇒ “3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM
and Transmission, Checking”, page 84 .
1 + 34 ∞Ω
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13 52 + 4 Pressure Control Valve 4 - • Ignition switched OFF 6...8 Ω ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Re‐
N218- moval and Installation
4 + 34 ∞Ω

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
14 2 + 54 Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- • Ignition switched OFF 14...28 Ω – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
– Selector lever in “P” – Replace Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- . ⇒ Au‐
tomatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Remov‐
al and Installation
15 14 + 42 Sender for transmission out‐ • Ignition switched OFF Minimum 0.8 kΩ – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
put RPM -G195-
Maximum 1.2 kΩ
14 + 34 ∞Ω – Replace sender for transmission output
14 + 54 RPM -G195- . ⇒ Automatic Transmission;
42 + 54 Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation
42 + 34

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Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
15 + 34 Suppression shield for - ∞Ω – Check wiring routing using wiring diagram.
15 + 54 G195-

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test step -VAG1598/20- What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
value
– Additional procedures
16 21 + 22 Transmission Fluid Tempera‐ • Ignition switched OFF – Check harness connector from control mod‐
ture Sensor -G93- ule to 16-pin connector
⇒ “3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM
and Transmission, Checking”, page 84 .
• ATF Temperature

approximately 20 °C Approximately 0.83

kΩ 68)
approximately 60 °C Approximately 1.28
kΩ 68)
approximately 20 °C Approximately 1.88
kΩ 68)
21 + 34 • Ignition switched OFF ∞Ω – Check wiring harness in transmission, re‐
22 + 34 place if necessary.
21 + 54 ∞ ΩAUDI AG does ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Re‐
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Valve Body
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3.6 Harness Connectors between TCM and

Transmission, Checking
Perform this test if the control element diagnosis or the electrical
test points to problems between the transmission and Transmis‐
sion Control Module (TCM) -J217- .
Test Procedure
– Remove Transmission Control Module (TCM)
⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99 and separate
multiple connector ⇒ page 100 .
– Connect test box -VAG1598/20- to control module wiring har‐
ness.

– Remove sound deadening -arrows-.

Checking Harness Connectors to the 16-pin Connector at the
Transmission

– Unscrew retainer -1- for sound deadening.

– Rotate locking lever -3- and remove connector for transmis‐
sion wiring harness.

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– Connect Multimeter to make a resistance measurement be‐

tween terminals of 16-pin connector and cavities of test box -
VAG1598/20- , as described in following chart.
♦ Specified value always less than 1.5 Ω

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Connector Terminal Test box -VAG1598/20- Connector Terminal Test box -VAG1598/20-
Cavity Cavity
1 42 9 33
2 5 10 14
3 1 11 4
4 32 12 52
5 16 13 22
6 44 14 21
7 29 15 Terminal is not used
8 30 16 53
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Note

♦ In the event of deviations from the specified value, repair open circuit following wiring diagram and check connector for corroded terminals, water entry and leakage.
♦ If this test revealed no unacceptable deviations, the wiring harness in the transmission must be tested. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and
Installation ; Removing and Installing Valve Body
♦ Only if the wiring harness in the transmission is OK. should the appropriate solenoids or pressure control valves be replaced. ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr.
38 ; Removal and Installation ; Removing and Installing Valve Body

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3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range

Switch, Checking

Note

♦ Before performing the electrical test on the Multifunction

Transmission Range (TR) Switch, you must first check the
Measured Value Block for the multifunction switch
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 , display
ground number 004
♦ Make sure that the selector lever cable is correctly adjusted.
⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Diagnosis and Test‐
ing

Functional Test
– Disconnect connector -arrow- for Multi-function Transmission
Range (TR) Switch -F125- at front left of transmission.

Terminal pinout at the connector for Multi-function Transmission

Range (TR) Switch -F125- .

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Test step Terminals for - What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
F125- 69) value
– Additional procedures
1 1+2 Multi-function Transmission • Ignition switched OFF Less than 1 Ω – Check connector at Multifunction TR switch
Range (TR) Switch -F125- for corroded terminals, water entry or a loose
– Selector lever in “P”, “N” or “D” fit.
– Selector lever in “R” or “S” ∞Ω – Check adjustment of selector lever cable.
1+3 – Selector lever in “R”, “N” or “S” Less than 1 Ω ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Di‐
agnosis and Testing
– Selector lever in “P” or “D” ∞Ω – Replace Multi-function TR switch.
1+4 – Selector lever in “N”, “D” or “S” Less than 1 Ω ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Di‐
agnosis and Testing
– Selector lever in “P” or “R” ∞Ω
1+5 – Selector lever in “D” or “S” Less than 1 Ω
– Selector lever in “P”, “R” or “N” ∞Ω
69) Terminal pinout at the connector for Multi-function TR switch

Switch on measurement range: Resistance measurement

Test Step Terminals at - What is being tested • Test conditions Specified value Steps in the event of deviations from specified
F125- 70) value
– Additional procedures
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– Selector lever in “R”, “D” or “S” fit.
– Selector lever in “P” or “N” Less than 1 Ω – Check adjustment of selector lever cable.
3 7+8 Multi-function TR switch • Ignition switched OFF ∞Ω ⇒ Automatic Transmission; Rep. Gr. 37 ; Di‐
backup light signal agnosis and Testing
– Selector lever in “P”, “N”, “D” or “S”
– Selector lever in “R” Less than 1 Ω – Replace Multi-function Transmission Range
(TR) Switch -F125- ⇒ Automatic Transmis‐
sion; Rep. Gr. 38 ; Diagnosis and Testing
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Check Power Supply to Multi-Function TR Switch

– Attach Multimeter for a voltage measurement between following termi‐
nals of 10-pin connector.
– Switch ignition ON.
Connector Terminal Specified value
1 + 10 Approximate battery voltage
7 + 10 Approximate battery voltage
If a specified value is not reached:
– Repair open circuit or short circuit as necessary. ⇒ Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting & Component locations
Check Wiring Connection Between 10-pin Connector for Multi-Function
Switch and by
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⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99 and separate multiple
connector ⇒ page 100 .

– Connector Test box -VAG1598/20- to control module wiring

harness.

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– Connect multimeter to make a resistance measurement between terminals

of 10-pin connector and cavities of test box -VAG1598/20- , as described
in following chart:
Connector Terminal Test box -VAG1598/20- Specified value
Cavity
1 54 or 55 ≤ 1.5 Ω
2 36 ≤ 1.5 Ω
3 8 ≤ 1.5 Ω
4 37 ≤ 1.5 Ω
5 9 ≤ 1.5 Ω
6 Terminal is not used
7 ⇒ Test Step 3
8 ⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range
Switch, Checking ”, page 87
9 ⇒ Test Step 2,
10 ⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range
Switch, Checking ”, page 87

Note

♦ In the event of deviations from the specified value, repair open circuit fol‐
lowing wiring diagram and check connector for corroded terminals, water
entry and leakage.
♦ If this test revealed no unacceptable deviations,
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Rep. Gr. 38 ; Removal and Installation

3.8 Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay,

Checking
– Remove Transmission Control Module (TCM)
⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99 and place it
to one side with connector still attached.
– Turn ignition key to “Start” position.
– Move selector lever from “S” to “P” and back.
♦ It must be possible both to hear and feel the Starter Interlock
Alarm System Relay -J60- (in the relay carrier plenum panel
E-box, pin location 4) engage
♦ As long as no malfunction is present, the starter can be oper‐
ated with the selector lever in position “N” or “P”
If the relay does not engage:
– Check Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay -J60- .
If the relay engages but the starter does not turn:
– Check wiring connections from Starter Interlock Alarm System
Relay -J60- to starter terminal 50 following wiring diagram, or
check starter respectively.
Check Power Supply to Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay J60
– Disconnect Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay -J60- .

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– Connect voltage tester -VAG1527B- as follows:

Relay carrier in the plenum panel E- Measure to
Box, pin location 4
Terminal
1 Engine ground
5 Engine ground
– Turn ignition key to “Start” position.
♦ LED must illuminate each time
If the LED does not illuminate:
– Repair open circuit or short circuit as necessary. ⇒ Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting & Component locations
Check activation of Starter Interlock Alarm System Relay J60

– Connect voltage tester -VAG1527B- as follows:

Relay carrier in the plenum panel E- Measure to
Box, pin location 4
Terminal
3 B+
– Move selector lever from “S” to “P” and back.
♦ With the selector lever in “N” or “P” the LED must illuminate, but not in
other selector lever positions
If the LED does not illuminate:
– Check adjustment of selector lever cable. ⇒ Automatic Transmission;
Rep. Gr. 37 ; Diagnosis and Testing
– Check Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125-
⇒ “3.7 Multi-Function Transmission Range Switch, Checking ”,
page 87 .
– Repair open circuit or short circuit as necessary. ⇒ Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting & Component locations

3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Control Module

Data Exchange, Checking

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is carried out by means of a bus system.
♦ “CAN-bus” describes a system to carry and distribute data.
♦ The wiring connections between the control modules, over
which the data are transmitted, are described as data lines.
♦ Data are transmitted serially, that means in sequence, over
these data lines to the attached control modules (e.g. engine
RPM, accelerator pedal position).

Checking Bus System

In the DTC Chart you were instructed to verify the exchange of
data between the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and CAN-
capable control modules.
– Connect Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information
System -VAS5051-
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page

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29 and in selection touch vehicle system “02 - Transmission

Electronics”. Ignition must be switched ON.
Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection touch -1- diagnostic function “08 - Read Measured
Value Block”.

Display on -VAS5051- :
1- Enter display group

Note

Measured Value Block 125 shows the participants on the data

BUS drive.

– On keypad enter -2- “125” for “Display Group Number 125”

and confirm by touching Q button.

Display on -VAS5051- :
– Check display in display fields -1- to -3-.
The display shows the control modules which are CAN-capable
with the Engine Control Module (ECM):
♦ Display 1: CAN capable control module is participant on the
data bus
♦ Display 0 or no display: CAN-capable control module is not
participant on the data bus or not CAN-capable
– End function “08 - Read Measured Value Block” by touching
◂ button.

– Touch “06 - End output”.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
– In selection -1- touch diagnostic function “00 - Scan DTC
memory - complete system”.
♦ Now the DTC memory of all systems in the vehicle capable of
self diagnosis is scanned.
If a control module responds and identifies itself, the number of
stored trouble codes or “No trouble code” is displayed.
Any stored DTCs in a system are shown in sequence. Then the -
VAS5051- sends the next address word.
If a DTC referring to “Data bus drive...” or “...CAN-bus” is dis‐
played:
– Check whether correct Engine Control Module (ECM) and
other CAN-capable control modules have been installed (Part
No. and Code).
If the correct control modules have been installed:
– Check whether multiple connectors for control modules are
fully seated.
If the multiple connectors are fully seated.
– Check CAN-bus system.
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– Analyze DTCs stored in control modules.

Note

The analysis helps you to pinpoint the wiring fault.

Example 1:
Based on the DTCs entered in the DTC memories, you can see that control module
1 is not connected to control modules 2 and 3.
Control mod‐ DTCs entered in the DTC memory:
ule
1 ♦ Message missing from control module 2
♦ Message missing from control module 3

2 ♦ Message missing from control module 1

3 ♦ Message missing from control module 1

– Switch ignition OFF.

– Disconnect control modules connected by bus wiring and check whether one
bus wiring connection has an open circuit. ⇒ Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting
& Component locations
– If no malfunction is found in bus wiring, replace control module 1.

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Example 2:
Based on the DTCs entered in the DTC memories, you can see that control module
2 is not connected to control modules 1 and 3.
Control mod‐ DTCs entered in the DTC memory:
ule
1 ♦ Message missing from control module 2

2 ♦ Message missing from control module 1

♦ Message missing from control module 3

3 ♦ Message missing from control module 2

– Switch ignition OFF.

– Disconnect control modules connected by bus wiring and check whether one
of bus wiring connections has an open circuit. ⇒ Wiring diagrams, Trouble‐
shooting & Component locations
– If no malfunction is found in bus wiring, replace control module 2.
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Control mod‐ DTCs entered in the DTC memory:

ule
1 ♦ Data bus drive faulty

2 ♦ Data bus drive faulty

3 ♦ Data bus drive faulty

– Switch ignition OFF.

– Disconnect control modules connected by bus wiring and in‐

spect bus wiring for a short circuit to B+ and to ground.
⇒ Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations
If you are unable to determine any cause in the bus wiring for the
DTC “Data bus drive faulty”, check to see whether one of the
control modules is responsible for this DTC.
Test Prerequisite
♦ Vehicle Diagnosis, Measurement and Information System -
VAS5051- connected and Vehicle Self Diagnosis selected
⇒ “2.3 VAS 5051, Connecting and Selecting Functions”, page
29 .
All the control modules which use the CAN-bus for communica‐
tion are disconnected. The ignition is switched OFF.
– Connect one control module.

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Display on -VAS5051- :
– Switch ignition ON.
– Touch appropriate vehicle system in Display -1-.
– Read DTC memory of control module just connected and de‐
lete it.
– Touch ◂ button.
– In display touch -1- diagnostic function “06 - End output”.
– Switch ignition OFF and ON again.
– Leave ignition switched ON for 10 seconds. Then, using scan
tool, read DTC memory of control module just connected.
– If DTC “Data bus drive faulty” is read, control module just con‐
nected must be replaced.
– If DTC “Data bus drive not faulty” is not read, connect next
control module and repeat procedure.

3.10 Electrical Testing

Note
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Measurement and Information System -VAS5051- . The
charts contain the specific measurement methods which have
to be set up before the corresponding measurements.
♦ The specified values given are valid for an ambient tempera‐
ture of 0 °C to 40 °C.
♦ If the values measured deviate from the specified values, de‐
termine malfunctions following the wiring diagram.
♦ If the values measured show only a minor deviation from the
specified values, clean cavities and connectors on the test
equipment and test leads, repeat test. Before replacing the
components in question, check their wires and connectors. In
particular, with specified values under 10 Ω, repeat the resist‐
ance measurement on the component.
♦ The terminal numbers of the connector and the cavity numbers
on the test box -VAG1598/20- match ⇒ page 97 .

Caution

In order to avoid destroying electronic components, the spe‐

cific measurement range on the measuring equipment must be
switched on before connecting the test leads.

Test Prerequisites
♦ Vehicle voltage supply OK.
♦ Voltage supply and fuses for particular system OK. ⇒ Wiring
diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations
♦ Ground connections for transmission OK. ⇒ Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting & Component locations
– Check ground connections for corrosion and damaged con‐
nection, repair as needed. ⇒ Wiring diagrams, Troubleshoot‐
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– Check battery ground strap and ground strap between battery

and transmission.
Test Procedure
– Switch ignition OFF.
– Remove Transmission Control Module (TCM)
⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99 and separate
multiple connector ⇒ page 100 .
– Connect test box -VAG1598/20- to control module wiring har‐
ness.
– If values measured deviate from specifications, perform
“Steps in event of deviations from specified value” in right-
hand column of test table
⇒ “3.5 Electrical Test Table”, page 78 .
– Perform all steps in column “Steps in the event of deviations
from specified value”
– Perform only test steps recommended in Test table (“selective
troubleshooting”)

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Multiple harness connector (88-pin connector) of Transmission Control Module (TCM) -J217- (cavities on -VAG1598/20- )
1 Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216- 18 not used
2 Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- 19 not used
3 not used 20 not used
4 Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218- 21 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- (ATF)
5 Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215- 22 Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor -G93- (ATF)
6 Ground for power consumers (terminal 31) 23 not used
7 not used 24 not used
8 Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125- (L2) 25 not used
9 Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125- (L4) 26 Supply voltage (terminal 30)
10 not used 27 not used
11 not used 28 not used
12 not used 29 Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217-
13 Tiptronic Recognition 30 Solenoid Valve 1 -N88-
14 Sender for transmission output RPM -G195- 31 not used
15 Sender for transmission output RPM -G195- 32 Solenoid Valve 3 -N90-
(suppression shield)
16 Sensor for transmission RPM -G182- 33 Solenoid Valve 2 -N89-
17 not used 34 Ground for power consumers (terminal 31)

35 not used 54 Supply voltage (terminal 15)

36 Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125- (L1) 55 Supply voltage (terminal 15)
37 Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) Switch -F125- (L3) 56 not used
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40 not used -
41 not used -
42 Sender for transmission output RPM -G195- -
43 not used -
44 Sensor for transmission RPM -G182- - Cavities 57 to 83 are not used

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45 not used -
46 Tiptronic upshift -
47 Tiptronic downshift -
48 not used -
49 not used 84 not used
50 not used 85 CAN-bus 71)
51 not used 86 CAN-bus 71)
52 Power supply for the solenoid valves 87 not used
53 Power supply for the solenoid valves 88 K-Diagnostic circuit
71) Signal is transmitted over the Engine Control Module (ECM) to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and can only be checked in the Measured Value Block
⇒ “1.5 Reading Measured Value Block”, page 4 .
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♦ Perform only the test steps listed by component in the DTC Chart and the Measured Value Block.

Component Tested Component Tested

Power supply for control module -J217- – Perform test steps 1 and 5. Pressure Control Valve 2 -N216- – Perform test steps 11 and 6.
Shift Lock Solenoid -N110- – Perform test steps 2 and 14. Pressure Control Valve 3 -N217- – Perform test steps 12 and 6.
Multi-function Transmission Range (TR) – Perform test steps 3 and 4. Pressure Control Valve 4 -N218- – Perform test steps 13 and 6.
Switch -F125-
Solenoid Valve 1 -N88- – Perform test steps 7 and 6. Sender for transmission output RPM - – Perform test step 15.
G195-
Solenoid Valve 2 -N89- – Perform test steps 8 and 6. Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor – Perform test step 16.
-G93- (ATF)
Solenoid Valve 3 -N90- – Perform test steps 9 and 6. CAN-bus – Check CAN-bus
⇒ “3.9 TCM and CAN-Capable Con‐
trol Module Data Exchange, Check‐
ing”, page 91 .
Pressure Control Valve 1 -N215- – Perform test steps 10 and 6.

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4 Removal and Installation

⇒ “4.1 Transmission Control Module”, page 99

4.1 Transmission Control Module

– Switch ignition OFF.
– Remove rubber seal from the plenum panel cover.
– Remove plenum panel cover toward front -1- -arrows-.

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– Pry off two cover caps -3- with a screwdriver.

– Loosen hex head nuts -4- a few turns.
– Remove wiper arms -2- from wiper shaft by tilting them slightly.
– Remove hex head nuts completely and remove wiper arms.
– Remove safety clips -1- and remove cowl grille -5-.

– Remove cover for plenum panel E-box -arrows-.

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– Pry off retaining bracket with a screwdriver -arrows-.

– Place Engine Control Module (ECM) with harness connectors
attached to one side.
– Unclip retaining bracket for Transmission Control Module
(TCM).

Note

The harness connector for the control module must not removed
or connected for 30 seconds after the ignition has been switched
OFF.
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– Unlock harness connector -arrow- and pull it off Transmission

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Control Module (TCM).

Note

When the harness connector is removed, the adaptation values

in the Transmission Control Module (TCM) are reset. The control
module has to relearn these values after resumption of operation.
During this “learning process” shift quality may be worse than
normal.

Installation is carried out in the reverse order.

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5 Special Tools

Special tools and workshop

equipment required
♦ -VAG1526A-
♦ -VAG1527B-
♦ -VAG1594A-
♦ -VAG1598/20-

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 Cautions & Warnings

Please read these WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before proceeding with maintenance
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•= If you lack the skills, tools and equipment, or a suitable workshop for any procedure described in
this manual, we suggest you leave such repairs to an authorized Audi retailer or other qualified
shop. We especially urge you to consult an authorized Audi retailer before beginning repairs on
any vehicle that may still be covered wholly or in part by any of the extensive warranties issued by
Audi.

•= Disconnect the battery negative terminal (ground strap)whenever you work on the fuel system or
the electrical system. Do not smoke or work near heaters or other fire hazards. Keep an approved
fire extinguisher handy.

•= Audi is constantly improving its vehicles and sometimes these changes, both in parts and
specifications, are made applicable to earlier models. Therefore, part numbers listed in this
manual are for reference only. Always check with your authorized Audi retailer parts department
for the latest information.

•= Any time the battery has been disconnected on an automatic transmission vehicle, it will be
necessary to reestablish Transmission Control Module (TCM) basic settings using the VAG 1551
Scan Tool (ST).

•= Never work under a lifted vehicle unless it is solidly supported on stands designed for the purpose.
Do not support a vehicle on cinder blocks, hollow tiles or other props that may crumble under
continuous load. Never work under a vehicle that is supported solely by a jack. Never work under
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•= For vehicles equipped with an anti-theft radio, be sure of the correct radio activation code before
disconnecting the battery or removing the radio. If the wrong code is entered when the power is
restored, the radio may lock up and become inoperable, even if the correct code is used in a later
attempt.

•= If you are going to work under a vehicle on the ground, make sure that the ground is level. Block
the wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling. Disconnect the battery negative terminal (ground
strap) to prevent others from starting the vehicle while you are under it.

•= Do not attempt to work on your vehicle if you do not feel well. You increase the danger of injury to
yourself and others if you are tired, upset or have taken medicine or any other substances that
may impair you or keep you from being fully alert.

•= Never run the engine unless the work area is well ventilated. Carbon monoxide (CO) kills.

•= Always observe good workshop practices. Wear goggles when you operate machine tools or work
with acid. Wear goggles, gloves and other protective clothing whenever the job requires working
with harmful substances.

•= Tie long hair behind your head. Do not wear a necktie, a scarf, loose clothing, or a necklace when
you work near machine tools or running engines. If your hair, clothing, or jewelry were to get
caught in the machinery, severe injury could result.

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•= Do not re-use any fasteners that are worn or deformed in normal use. Some fasteners are
designed to be used only once and are unreliable and may fail if used a second time. This
includes, but is not limited to, nuts, bolts, washers, circlips and cotter pins. Always follow the
recommendations in this manual - replace these fasteners with new parts where indicated, and
any other time it is deemed necessary by inspection.

•= Illuminate the work area adequately but safely. Use a portable safety light for working inside or
under the vehicle. Make sure the bulb is enclosed by a wire cage. The hot filament of an
accidentally broken bulb can ignite spilled fuel or oil.

•= Friction materials such as brake pads and clutch discs may contain asbestos fibers. Do not create
dust by grinding, sanding, or by cleaning with compressed air. Avoid breathing asbestos fibers and
asbestos dust. Breathing asbestos can cause serious diseases such as asbestosis or cancer, and
may result in death.

•= Finger rings should be removed so that they cannot cause electrical shorts, get caught in running
machinery, or be crushed by heavy parts.

•= Before starting a job, make certain that you have all the necessary tools and parts on hand. Read
all the instructions thoroughly, do not attempt shortcuts. Use tools that are appropriate to the work
and use only replacement parts meeting Audi specifications. Makeshift tools, parts and
procedures will not make good repairs.

•= Catch draining fuel, oil or brake fluid in suitable containers. Do not use empty food or beverage
containers that might mislead someone into drinking from them. Store flammable fluids away from
fire hazards. Wipe up spills at once, but do not store the oily rags, which can ignite and burn
spontaneously.

•= Use pneumatic and electric tools only to loosen threaded parts and fasteners. Never use these
tools to tighten
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•= Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of the battery. If escaping
hydrogen gas is ignited, it will ignite gas trapped in the cells and cause the battery to explode.

•= Be mindful of the environment and ecology. Before you drain the crankcase, find out the proper
way to dispose of the oil. Do not pour oil onto the ground, down a drain, or into a stream, pond, or
lake. Consult local ordinances that govern the disposal of wastes.

•= The air-conditioning (A/C) system is filled with a chemical refrigerant that is hazardous. The A/C
system should be serviced only by trained automotive service technicians using approved
refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment, trained in related safety precautions, and familiar with
regulations governing the discharging and disposal of automotive chemical refrigerants.

•= Before doing any electrical welding on vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), disconnect
the battery negative terminal (ground strap) and the ABS control module connector.

•= Do not expose any part of the A/C system to high temperatures such as open flame. Excessive
heat will increase system pressure and may cause the system to burst.

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•= When boost-charging the battery, first remove the fuses for the Engine Control Module (ECM), the
Transmission Control Module (TCM), the ABS control module, and the trip computer. In cases
where one or more of these components is not separately fused, disconnect the control module
connector(s).

•= Some of the vehicles covered by this manual are equipped with a supplemental restraint system
(SRS), that automatically deploys an airbag in the event of a frontal impact. The airbag is operated
by an explosive device. Handled improperly or without adequate safeguards, it can be accidentally
activated and cause serious personal injury. To guard against personal injury or airbag system
failure, only trained Audi Service technicians should test, disassemble or service the airbag
system.

•= Do not quick-charge the battery (for boost starting) for longer than one minute, and do not exceed
16.5 volts at the battery with the boosting cables attached. Wait at least one minute before
boosting the battery a second time.

•= Never use a test light to conduct electrical tests of the airbag system. The system must only be
tested by trained Audi Service technicians using the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) or an approved
equivalent. The airbag unit must never be electrically tested while it is not installed in the vehicle.

•= Some aerosol tire inflators are highly flammable. Be extremely cautious when repairing a tire that
may have been inflated using an aerosol tire inflator. Keep sparks, open flame or other sources of
ignition away from the tire repair area. Inflate and deflate the tire at least four times before
breaking the bead from the rim. Completely remove the tire from the rim before attempting any
repair.

•= When driving or riding in an airbag-equipped vehicle, never hold test equipment in your hands or
lap while the vehicle is in motion. Objects between you and the airbag can increase the risk of
injury in an accident.

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