Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DBβ LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A4 SEDAN (8K2) L4-2.0L TURBO (CAEB)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINCONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT INTERLOCKSHIFT INTERLOCK CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Audi A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB)
Shift Interlock Control Module: Service and Repair
2012 Audi A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB)SECTION Service and Repair
Selector Lever Sensor System Control Module (J587) and Tiptronic Switch (F189)
• Selector lever sensor system control module and tiptronic switch are assembled together as one component.
Removing
- Remove the selector lever handle. Refer to => [ Selector Lever Handle ] Removal and Replacement.
- Remove the multimedia system control head (E380).
- Remove the front ashtray.
- Disconnect the connector - 1 -.
- Release the 4 tabs - arrows - and remove the selector lever sensor system control module and tiptronic switch upward.
• Ignore - arrows A -.
Installing
Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:
- Unlock the selector lever sensor system control module and tiptronic switch using the 4 tabs - arrows -.
- Secure the wire for the selector lever transmission range position display unit (Y26) - arrows -.
- Install the front ashtray.
- Install the multimedia system control head.
- Install the selector lever handle. Refer to => [ Selector Lever Handle ] Removal and Replacement.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.