I attempted to go to lunch in my 02 A4 and something happened. I have the CVT Tiptronic and when I put it in Drive it automatically goes to manual 6 speed mode but it doesn't shift. It is locked in 1st gear. What could be the problem? Please help...............

 

I forgot to mention the steering wheel shifting controls do not work either.

 

Isnt CVT and tiptronic 2 different things??

 

CVT is the type of Tranny - It is similar to a snowmobile system when in drive. Still runs the same in Tip mode as an Audi without CVT.

 

I tried disconnecting the Battery and giving it a "reboot" This worked for about 2 min and then it switched back to Tip mode. It switches to the drive speed, say 3rd, then once I slow down it automatically shifts it into 1st. Once it is there that is where it stays. I can't shift with the **** nor the steering wheel controls. It is not mechanically stuck, because the controls retain full range of motion, the A4 is just ignoring them. To top it off, I am now 80 miles passed my warranty. My pocket can't take a hit from the dealer right now, so if anyone can think of something please let me know.

 

Try to get it somewhere to get your ecu/tcu scanned for fault codes. Thats the first step. Lots of problems with these CVT tranny's.

 

Anyone know of a good shop in the Vancouver WA area?

 

Bump --- I seriously need some help on this one.

 

try evolution motor sports i herd they are good and they are in your area

 

The tow truck picked it up this morning. I'll let you know what the shop says