Vehicle Transmission Error

[Ahass96]

Hi all,

I hope everyone is doing well. My vehicle (2011 Audi S4) recently hit me with a gear box malfunction. I took it to the local dealership and the following was what I was provided along with a significant quote:

"Road tested, confirmed transmission fault message.
Scanned for faults, found P179E00 and P179F00 faults for
transmission drive position sensor electrical malfunction.
Carried out test plan, concludes to replace drive position
sensor or G676. Performed basic setting on sensor, fault returned"

Does anyone have any suggestions here? Repairing the vehicle at the cost they gave me (over $7k) does not seem practical but I wanted insight from others before I make a decision

thanks

 

[joedredd]

Seems to be a common fault with US cars, unlike the mechatronic issue. Maybe best to check with the guys on Audizine who are US based.