With over 20 years of history, the Audi RS6 is one of the Audi brand's legendary series. The first model, the RS6 C5 produced in 2002, was already breaking power records. Its successors, from the RS6 C6 to the RS6 C8, have continued to improve its performance. To cope with this power, this displacement needed a special gearbox: you'll most often find Tiptronic gearboxes with various ratios on Audi RS6s. EDEN BOITES tells you all about these marvels of technology and explains when and how to intervene in the event of a breakdown in the gearbox of your Audi RS6!
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Tiptronic is a high-performance automatic transmission that matches gearshifts to your driving style. Like many automatic gearboxes, it requires the use of a hydraulic converter box to link up with the engine and act as a clutch.
Tiptronic automatic transmissions also feature a special gearshift lever. Unlike conventional gearshift levers, this one doesn't change gears, but switches between automatic and manual transmission modes. Once this lever is engaged, you can operate the paddles behind the steering wheel as if you were using a manual gearbox.
How to spot a malfunction on your Audi RS6 gearbox?
The Audi RS6 gearbox is a robust piece of equipment designed to last. It does, however, require regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly. In particular, you'll need to change the transmission fluid periodically. You'll also need to check the transmission fluid level regularly.
Despite this maintenance, your Audi RS6 gearbox is not immune to certain problems:
- premature wear ;
- transmission fluid leak;
- hydraulic converter box failure ;
- internal component failure.
To spot these anomalies, listen to your equipment and watch for signals. Incongruous noises (such as whistling or popping) coming from the gearbox are often signs of a malfunction. You may also get the impression that your car is slipping or that gear changes are jerky. Last but not least, a burning smell or, quite simply, stains on the floor indicating oil loss are all elements that should alert you.
Other phenomena leave no room for doubt: if one of the gears won 't hold or if the warning light on the dashboard comes on, it's important to have your gearbox checked.
Audi RS6 automatic transmission repair
First of all, check the transmission fluid level. No luck adding fluid? To repair the automatic gearbox of an Audi RS6, you'll need to inspect each potentially faulty part. This complex operation requires the removal of your gearbox, which involves following the steps below:
- safely raise the car;
- removal of interfering components (sub-engine guards, transmission components, etc.) ;
- photograph connections, then disconnect all components;
- Audi RS6 gearbox removal.
Once the gearbox has been removed from the vehicle, all you have to do is determine the cause of the fault. First, look for signs of leakage around the seals, then look for signs of wear on the various components.
Have you managed to diagnose the source of your gearbox's malfunction? Then replace the faulty component, and make sure you reassemble the gearbox.
Not sure of yourself? For your own safety, it's best to call in qualified experts! A Tiptronic gearbox is a complex part, and its maintenance requires a high level of expertise.
Replacing the gearbox on an Audi RS6
If the automatic gearbox in your Audi RS6 is aging or has suffered serious damage, it may be time to change it. You can try to do it yourself, or take it to a garage. Even in the latter case, you still have the option ofbuying the gearbox before the work is carried out, thus avoiding additional costs.
EDEN BOITES offers a wide range of Audi gearbox models. Before ordering, simply check your gearbox part number to make sure you're getting the right one.
Finally, EDEN BOITES will collect your old gearbox: simply entrust it to our delivery service. To simplify your Audi gearbox repair and save money, go to EDEN BOITES : don't hesitate to ask for your free, no-obligation online quotation!
