A4 (B7) CVT Box, Key wont come out ingnition.
A4 (B7) CVT Box, Key wont come out ingnition.
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AAB748

Original Poster:

11 posts

164 months

Saturday 6th December 2014
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I've got an A4 with 75k on the clock and a CVT Automatic gear box.
For the last 2 days now (since its got very cold) I sometimes cant remove the key from the ignition. The button on the side of the gear lever doesn't release fully, a couple of time a quick nudge and it pops out but a couple of times it wont release so I've gone out for a long drive which seems to help.
Help please.

Jimmyarm

1,962 posts

208 months

Saturday 6th December 2014
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Get a can of silicone spray, spray liberally into the gap between the button and the gearknob and press lots until it returns to normal operating action.

Toolstation or similar sell the spray for £3 or so.

Also works wonders on cup holders, ashtrays etc =)

AAB748

Original Poster:

11 posts

164 months

Sunday 7th December 2014
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Thanks Jimmy, I think its being mechanically held back. Once in gear the button goes in and out fine. It just wont return when you put it in Park.
A trip to Audi!!

DrDeAtH

3,701 posts

262 months

Sunday 7th December 2014
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Try the 3quid option first. Saves you paying Audi 103quid to try it.