A6-C5 - (Typ 4B, 1997–2004) 1997–2004

TCM problem

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Oct 28, 2008 | 01:07 PM
  #21  
nemohm's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A4
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 126
nemohm is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

mbrook69

Is "the Audi, 8 year, 80,000 mile warranty" a general condition or something pertaining to your car only?
Old Oct 28, 2008 | 01:16 PM
  #22  
mbrook69's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 5
From: California
mbrook69 is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

My impression is that it is a standard warranty for Audi in the USA. Apparently the TCM, PCM and any Catalytic converters are covered under the 8 Year, 80K warranty.
Old Nov 10, 2008 | 12:38 PM
  #23  
honeybee's Avatar
Thread Starter
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 9
From: Israel
honeybee is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

Hello,

To all of you who have been following this thread:

I finally gave up, and after 6 months of waiting for a miracle, i went to my local Audi dealer and paid $2500 for a new TCM.

To try and balance me back a bit, i would like to try and sell my old TCM. As you can recall, it does not shift into reverse
unless you put it in neutral for a second or so. I am asking for $700. If you have a TCM that does not work at all, this
is a good and cheap solution (I drove with it in this condition for 6 months).

If you are good with electronics, i am almost sure it can be fixed.

I can send pictures to anyone who is interested. The Audi part number is 01J-927-156-CL.

I drive an 2003 A6, 3000 cc engine.

Nir.
Old Jan 25, 2009 | 10:35 PM
  #24  
caaudi's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 1
From: california
caaudi is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

mbrook-i am in the bay area too and am having the same problem-what dealership did you take your car to?
Old Jan 27, 2009 | 01:53 AM
  #25  
IcemanGER's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A4
 
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 100
From: Schomberg, ON
IcemanGER is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

I could help you guy's getting a replacement TCU. I still have some good contacts to Germany. Installation in the GTA isn't a problem either. And for sure not even close to $250 Labour.
PM me your exact Bosch number off your TCU. Should look like this:
Attached Thumbnails TCM problem-imgp0269tn.jpg  
Old Apr 20, 2009 | 10:56 AM
  #26  
ramena4's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2
From: A
ramena4 is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

hi i have an 2003 audi a4 2.0 i get the same problem....when i turn on the ignition it PRNDS flash altogether and it makes a chimming noise? ive been reading alot about it being the TCM can that be 100% thats the problem? and how much to fix ive been hearing $4000 any cheap fixes?
Old Apr 20, 2009 | 11:36 AM
  #27  
nemohm's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A4
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 126
nemohm is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

Dump that car and get free!
Old Apr 20, 2009 | 05:20 PM
  #28  
ramena4's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2
From: A
ramena4 is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

it works now turned it on this morning and doesnt make that noise or flashing lights no problem at all
Old Jun 7, 2009 | 02:04 PM
  #29  
lofquist's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 2
From: Seattle, WA USA
lofquist is on a distinguished road
Angry Re: TCM problem

I have a 2004 TT roadster. Today I had some kind of transmission failure. I was driving along at about 40MPH and the transmission down shifted to first gear and stayed there. I have the 3.2L with the 6 speed DSG transmisson. As it happens the car was turning 60K miles at the exact time this happened. The PRNDS lights became backlit and are flashing.

The flashing PRNDS lights are similar to the posts above. Has anyone else had or heard of this type of failure?
Old Jul 10, 2009 | 04:35 PM
  #30  
audifrustrated's Avatar
Audi Forum - Posts like an A1
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 7
From: USA
audifrustrated is on a distinguished road
Default Re: TCM problem

Hi All,
I came across this thread while searching for solution to my problem I am so frustrated with my Audi A4 I have already spent so much of money in the past and now I got this TCM issue too! ...last week when I started my car at night, it started to flash PRND sign. When I reversed and drove forward, it disappeared. Then for next few days nothing happened. Then again it flashed once in the morning, and then the next day once. Now today I noticed that it constantly keeps flashing even when I am driving. I am so concerned. While researching I found that TCM unit may have some issue. Dealer has given me appointment for couple of days later but trying to find any solution meanwhile. Please Help!! My questions -

1.) Is it safe to drive while 'PRND' keeps flashing while driving? I do not have any other form of commute right now and need to drive it until I take it to the dealer.

2.) No mechanic/auto shop is willing to work on TCM issue and everyone is advicing to go to dealer for this. The only folks who said they can also fix it are AAMCO. Does anyone have any experience with them?

3.) Anything you can suggest me? Dealer says if there is no smaller issue and TCM unit needs to be replaced then it would cost me around 2500 or more depending on whether they will have to order it from Germany or they can get it locally!!


What should I do? And (repeat) - can I drive it while PRND keeps flashing??

Please help..


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:59 PM.