New A3 Question about shifting
 

Have a new A3 put about 500 miles over the weekend...love the car but have a concern about shifts.The car seems to cough between shifts when in sport mode. Just for a split second and only between shifts. I can live with it ... I just want to be sure its normal as I test drovea GTI and dont remember it making the same sound.The noise seems to be at rear of car near exhaust. After searching alot I sort of thinkthis might be related to the BOV ?? Any thoughts before I ask dealer?? Thanks

RE: New A3 Question about shifting
 

Hi tskeen. Welcome aboard. First off - I'm gonna take a guess and assume that your transmission is a DSG.
Second - the BOV is in the front towards the right side - not sure what you're hearing.
The guys with only two pedals may want to chime in on this one.

RE: New A3 Question about shifting
 

It's the DSG 'fart' we all know and love. When you get into the throttle a bit, you'll hear it as the car shifts. Perfectly normal.

RE: New A3 Question about shifting
 

Thank you! I just knew that was it. Having come from a cummins turbo diesel that was so loud you couldnt hear much to this quiet little rocket every sound is amplifed. Cant wait to chip .....prob go revo this friday. Great site...great car.....again ,thanks!!

RE: New A3 Question about shifting
 

Get the chip and the noise will get a little bit louder. Get a CAI and the sound will really pop!



Cheers!