M/T - Hard To Select 1st Gear When Transmission Is Cold
34 First gear sporadically difficult to select34 11 03
2019844/2
February 14, 2011.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 34 number 09 - 01 dated January 23, 2009 for reasons listed below.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
CONDITION
First gear is sporadically difficult to select in cold operating conditions.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
When the gearbox is cold, it can be difficult to engage first gear. This condition is normal during the break-in period because of increased drag torque; this condition decreases with time. The stickiness is more pronounced with new, highly viscous oil.
If the gear changing is correct in warm condition, the condition is normal.
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Not applicable.
SERVICE
With vehicle stationary, engine not running and the clutch pressed, assess the gearshift. If all gears can be correctly selected, the external gearshift is correctly adjusted. If this is the case, further repairs will not change/improve the concern.
Changing gearbox oil will not improve the condition.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.