Audi A6 Typ 4G: Automatic transmission
Introduction
The automatic transmission is controlled electronically.
The transmission shifts up or down automatically
depending on which drive program is
selected.
When a moderate driving style is used, the
transmission selects the most economical driving
mode. The transmission upshifts at a lower RPM
and downshifts at a higher RPM to improve fuel
efficiency.
The transmission switches to a sporty mode after
a kick-down or when the driver uses a sporty
driving style characterized by quick accelerator
pedal movements, heavy acceleration, frequent
changes in speed and traveling at the maximum
speed.
If desired, the driver can also select the gears
manually (tiptronic mode).
Applies to: vehicles with S tronic transmission
The S tronic is a dual-clutch transmission. Power
is transferred using two clutches that work independently
from one another. They replace the
torque converter used in conventional automatic
transmissions and allow the vehicle to accelerate
without a noticeable interruption in traction.
Applies to: vehicles with a tiptronic transmission
Power is transferred using a torque converter.
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Fig. 83 Instrument cluster: selector lever positions
The selector lever position that is engaged is
shown in the instrument cluster display.
P - Park
This selector lever position prevents the vehicle
The selector lever lock prevents you from selecting
a gear accidentally, causing the vehicle to
roll.
Fig. 84 Selector lever lock
To release the selector lever lock:
Switch the ignition on.
Press
Starting the engine
The selector lever must be in the P or the N position.
Starting from a stop
Press and hold the brake pedal.
Press and hold the lock button in the selector
lever handle, sele
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Removing
- Loosen the expanding clip -1-
and disengage the cap -2- from the
front wheel housing liner in direction of
-arrow-.
Note
Depending on the date of manufacture, a bolt may be
installed instead of the expanding clip.
The front area in the wheel housing liner must be loose
Description of side curtain airbags
The side curtain airbag system can provide supplemental
protection to properly restrained occupants.
Fig. 161 Side curtain airbags, driver's side: side curtain airbag
location
The side curtain airbags are located on both sides
of the interior above the front and
