Expert Audi Q5 transmission service in Chicago. Free computer diagnostic, lifetime warranty on rebuilds, all years.
8R Q5 (2009β2017): 0B5 S-Tronic 7-speed DCT on 2.0T; 8-speed ZF 8HP on 3.2L/3.0T V6; 6-speed manual. FY Q5 (2018+): 7-speed S-Tronic or 8-speed ZF 8HP on 2.0T/3.0T. SQ5: 8-speed ZF 8HP on 3.0T supercharged (2013β2017) and turbo (2018+). All Q5: Quattro AWD standard.
Q5 transmission work follows A4/A5 procedures β same 0B5 and ZF 8HP drivetrains. The Quattro Haldex rear differential should be inspected during any transmission service and fluid-serviced every 40,000 miles. SQ5 supercharged models need more frequent fluid changes due to higher operating temperatures.
0B5: Pentosin FFL-2. ZF 8HP: ZF LGF8. Haldex: Haldex oil. Change every 40,000 miles.
0B5 mechatronic: 1β2 days. ZF 8HP rebuild: 3β4 days.
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No β 0B5 S-Tronic judder is clutch/mechatronic wear. Check if Audi's extended coverage applies to your VIN.
Every 40,000 miles. Neglected Haldex fluid causes rear coupling wear and AWD warning lights.
The FY Q5 uses an improved 7-speed S-Tronic and doesn't have the same mechatronic issues as the 8R β a real improvement.
ZF 8HP TCC shudder β common on supercharged 3.0T SQ5. ZF LGF8 fluid exchange first.
1β2 days.
Same-day appointments available. Honest estimates, no surprises. We've been doing this since 1987.