audi a3 8L 1.6 automatic transmission PROBLEM? REPAIR? GEARBOX CODES?

[Bandoliero]

Hi all!

I have been searching threads (some which are too old for me to reply to)

Since I am a NEWBIE, I can not tell the Engine or Gearbox codes? Where do I Look? How can I tell?

I have the 1.6 8valve engine! (with the automatic gearbox)

I am really finding it hard to source a replacement gearbox, & then when I do, I cannot confirm the correct gearbox codes...

I would ideally like to replace or repair the tranny!

I understand there are a few vw/audi/seat/skoda models that can retrofit & use the same gearbox!

I have even thought about converting the car from Automatic transmission to manual gearbox? Is this Possible?

If so:

apart from the master cylinder & clutch pedal?
what else would i need to do? & what would I do with the automatic transmission ecu?

Please let me know Your help is Much appriciated!

[Bandoliero]

I have been offered a decent working automatic transmission from a 2002 golf mk4, Which has the same 1600cc engine, Tried hard looking for the code, as its still plugged to the engine!

But cant tell

Nor can I tell the code on my Own audi a3!

Please advise, thanks...

[Bandoliero]

HHHmmm!

the VW 2002 mk4 golf engine is 16v & my audi engine is 8v!

Anyone got any info if the gearbox will retrofitt?

[Bandoliero]

Is thier seriously No one here that can help me?

Or even help give me info on model numbers?

[fourringsrus]

In your Audi handbook/service book page 1, and in the boot of your car underneath the spare wheel there should be a sticker approximately 3" square with loads of numbers and letters on it
Just as an example this is how my Audi 80 coupe sticker reads.
Vehicle
identification number wauzzz-------------------etc

Type 8b3---144--------etc
Type description coupe v6 2.6
engine output 110kw----m5s---etc

Engine code/no ABC--------------------CPE
Gearbox code no
Colour/interior trim etc x2b b0a c4k goc hop joj
m76 q1d 1ac 1g3 1mr
bla,bla,bla etc etc

As you can see I have missed out a few letters/numbers for obvious reasons but the format is unchanged throughout the whole Audi vw range.
You can see from the above that my car is an Audi coupe with a v6 2.6 engine and 5 speed manual box and producing 110kw ( circa 150bhp)
My engine code is ABC and my gearbox code is CPE
You should be able to work out what you have when you find the stickers
Good luck

Stuart

PS I'm surprised nobody got to you sooner but I've only just spotted you

[Bandoliero]

Thank you very much...

I was surpised I never get no replys also, LOL!!!

BUT good things come to those who wait right, Cheers! Will let you know How I get on!

[Crasher]

PM me your cars reg number and I will tell you which boxes you can use. Sorry for missing your posts previously.

[Bandoliero]

PM me your cars reg number and I will tell you which boxes you can use. Sorry for missing your posts previously.

WoW That would be a head start!

[Bandoliero]

Is it possible for me to Turn my car into Manual?

If so what would I do with the autotransmission ECU?

Any ideas?

[Crasher]

Making your car manual is possible, the engine ECU can be recoded very easily and the auto one can go on fleaBay, but it is a lot of work, even parts of the suspension can be different. Now I have your details, I will research it a bit and give you my thoughts.