Question Automatic shift lever adjustment

[Matt_Orleans]

Has anyone had this issue yet on their C7 A8?

When I move the shift lever down 1 notch, from park to reverse, nothing happens.
Down 1 more notch and now it goes into reverse.
Down 1 more notch and now it goes into neutral.
Down 1 more notch and now it goes into drive.

And because of this, I can't go into Manual mode with the shift lever. I have driven the car and the transmission
works fine.
I called my local dealer and they can only look at the car on Tuesday. Do you think it's safe to drive?

 

[Rruuff Day]

That's something I haven't heard of before. Since it's still shifting fine and still under warranty, the only thing you need to worry about driving it is a tow job if it does totally crap out and leave you stranded. JMO

 

[Martinup10]

Its a Chevy she wont leave you stranded!!!! Drive her like you stole her!!!!

 

[Vanguard2001]

Matt, sounds like a basic adjustment to reposition the shifter arm. As long as you can access Park, there will be no worries on possible damage from driving. You can still use the paddles for manual shifting in Drive. Your dealer should be able to adjust that quickly.

 

[61ratvette]

yes just a linkage adjustment.. my gas gauge went on mine. they had to drop the tank and when I got it back was same. took it back to dealer all good now

 

[Matt_Orleans]

Yes, it was just an adjustment to the shifter cable and the cable retainer was only partially installed. 45 minutes later and she is good as new.

 

[Rruuff Day]

good news.