P0701moderate severityPowertrain
Transmission Control System Range/Performance
on 2016 Audi R8 5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp) · AWD
What this code means
The transmission control system is not performing within expected parameters.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Harsh shifting
- Slipping
- Delayed engagement
Common causes
- Low transmission fluid
- Internal transmission failure
- TCM issue
- Shift solenoid problem
- Wiring issue
Diagnostic steps
- Check fluid level and condition
- Scan for additional codes
- Test shift solenoids
- Check wiring
- Test TCM
Repair notes
Diagnose underlying transmission issue.
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