Audi fault codes
128 Audi OBD-II fault codes: what each one means, and how to track it down.
How to read a code
- P
- SystemPowertrain
- 0
- Defined bySAE, the same on every car
- 4
- AreaAuxiliary emission controls
- 20
- FaultThe specific fault in that area
Read the code
Note every stored and pending code your scanner shows, such as P0420.
Find it
Search by code or by words. For a manufacturer code (P1, B1, C1, U1) pick your make: its meaning differs by make.
Open the code
Its page explains the symptoms, likely causes, the checks to run and the fixes.
- P0455Audi · PowertrainMissing fuel cap, Defective or damaged fuel cap, Distorted or damaged Fuel Tank Filler Neck, Torn or punctured Evaporative system hose(s), Defective Fuel Tank Sending Unit gasket or seal, Split or damaged Carbon Canister, Defective Evaporative Vent Valve and or Evaporative Purge Valve, Defective or damaged fuel tank, Defective Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
- P0500Audi · PowertrainDefective Vehicle Speed Sensor, Defective Speedometer, Vehicle Speed Sensor wiring or connector, Communication (CAN) bus problems, Defective transmission or differential Vehicle Speed Sensor drive gear
- P0501Audi · PowertrainDefective Vehicle Speed Sensor, Defective Speedometer, Vehicle Speed Sensor wiring or connector, Communication (CAN) bus problems, Defective transmission or differential Vehicle Speed Sensor drive gear
- P0505Audi · PowertrainDefective Idle Air Control Motor, Intake Manifold Vacuum leaks, Carbon buildup in the Throttle Body air passages
- P0506Audi · PowertrainDefective or sticking Idle Air Control Motor, Intake Manifold Vacuum leaks, Carbon buildup in the Throttle Body air passages, Defective Power Steering Pressure Switch
- P0507Audi · PowertrainDefective or sticking Idle Air Control Motor, Intake Manifold Vacuum leaks, Carbon buildup in the Throttle Body air passages, Defective Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Charging System/Alternator, Defective Power Steering Pressure Switch
- P0600Audi · PowertrainDefective PCM (Power Train Control Module), Defective PCM data bus wiring/connections, Defective PCM data bus ground circuit(s), Defective PCM or other control module controlled output devices, Defective CAN bus communication
- P0601Audi · PowertrainLack of proper voltage to the PCM, Defective PCM memory module, Defective PCM ground circuit(s), Defective PCM controlled output devices
- P0602Audi · PowertrainPowertrain Control Module (PCM) failure, Wiring issue
- P0603Audi · PowertrainLack of proper voltage to the Keep Alive Memory connection on the PCM, Defective PCM Keep Alive Memory Module (KAM), Defective PCM ground circuit(s), Defective PCM controlled output devices
- P0605Audi · PowertrainLack of proper voltage and or ground to the PCM, Defective PCM ROM memory module, Defective PCM ground circuit(s), Defective PCM controlled output devices
- P0700Audi · PowertrainDefective Shift Solenoids, Defective Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Valve Body, Dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages
- P0705Audi · PowertrainDefective Transmission Range Sensor (PRNDL input), Defective Transmission Range Sensor (PRNDL input) wiring or connector, Defective Valve Body, Defective manual shift valve linkage, Dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages
- P0706Audi · PowertrainDefective Transmission Range Sensor (PRNDL input), Defective Transmission Range Sensor (PRNDL input) wiring or connector, Defective Valve Body, Defective manual shift valve linkage, Dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages
- P0720Audi · PowertrainDefective Output Speed Sensor, Defective Shift Solenoids, Defective Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Valve Body, Dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages, Defective Output Speed Sensor wiring or connector
- P0730Audi · PowertrainDefective Shift Solenoids, Defective Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Defective Valve Body, Dirty transmission fluid that restricts the hydraulic passages
- P0841Audi · PowertrainTransmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission fluid pressure sensor failure, Wiring issue
- P0842Audi · PowertrainTransmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission fluid pressure sensor failure, Wiring issue
- P0845Audi · PowertrainTransmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission fluid pressure sensor failure, Wiring issue
- P0846Audi · PowertrainTransmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission fluid pressure sensor failure, Wiring issue
- P0847Audi · PowertrainTransmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission fluid pressure sensor failure, Wiring issue
- P0901Audi · PowertrainClutch master cylinder failure, Clutch solenoid failure, Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure
- P0935Audi · PowertrainHydraulic power unit assembly failure, Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Wiring issue
- P0942Audi · PowertrainHydraulic power unit assembly failure, Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure, Wiring issue
- P0944Audi · PowertrainClogged transmission filter, Transmission fluid level is low, Transmission oil pump failure, Wiring issue
- P0961Audi · PowertrainTransmission shift solenoid failure
- P0A08Audi · PowertrainInverter/converter assembly failure, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) failure, Wiring issue
- P0A0DAudi · PowertrainHigh voltage safety device failure, Inverter/converter assembly failure, Power management control module failure, Service disconnect plug is not properly connected, Wiring issue
- P0A0FAudi · PowertrainHybrid transaxle assembly failure, Internal engine failure, Power management control module failure
- P0A7FAudi · PowertrainPoor connections at the HV battery, A problem with the HV battery, ECU issues
