What is an S tronic Audi?
What is an S tronic Audi?
The S tronic combines the sporty characteristics of a manual gearbox with the advantages of an automatic. Depending on the driver’s preference, the gears may be shifted in fully automatic mode or in manual mode using the gearshift paddles on the steering wheel. The dual clutch forms the technical basis of the S tronic.
Is Audi S tronic the same as DSG?
DSG and S Tronic are identical technology, nothing different about the way they work whatsoever. That said, the specific gearing and programming of each can be different in an Audi or a VW dependent on many variables such as engine type, AWD/FWD, and performance characteristics (sports car vs commuter car, etc).
What does S mean on Audi automatic gearbox?
It stands for “Sport” mode. If this is selected, the vehicle has different shift points. The RPM’s are higher and the gears are held longer rather than the economical shift point. Some also have the manual shift in the “S” position which allows for a driver to select and hold the desired gear as they see fit.
What kind of gearbox does an Audi’s Tronic have?
Seven speed longitudinal Direct Shift Gearbox (DL501). This S-Tronic transmission unit fitted to high performance Audi’s, with the 0B5 DL501 Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG), is a very common failing mechatronic control unit.
What kind of transmission does the S tronic have?
The S tronic dual-clutch transmission is a successful technology. It combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency of a manual transmission, while adding its own dynamic touch. Throughout much of the model line-up, the S tronic is available in four different versions, with six or seven gears. Audi A6 Avant ultra – 7-speed S tronic
When did S-tronic gearbox become a service item?
The first version in 2009 had 2 filters which were classed as lifetime. This was changed in 2011 when the in-line one was deleted and the cartridge one became a service item. Apparently right from the start Audi had planned the delete, but deferred it to the first revision of the design.
What are common symptoms for a failing S-tronic gearbox?
Quick question is what are the common symptoms for a failing S-Tronic Gearbox for the people who had to experience this unfortunately. I have a weird thing where my car likes to rev up to 4k revs or so before gearing up on drive and red line to max on sports mode.