Q5 gearbox problem (you may continue to drive)

[vinnyninja]

Hi guys,

I have a massive drama. Bought a Q5 for the soon to be wife 09 2.0L D quattro and 6 months later it's thrown a gearbox problem

 

Codes are

P179e sensor for speed level electric fault.

P176b

Gear actuator 2 not adjustable

It's in a service now.. But I don't trust Russian mechanic as far as I can throw them.  $2300 quoted for gearbox removal parts and labour.  6 month warranty

 

I'm a dab hand but would only have limited tooling.. And really don't fancy pulling a gearbox in the snow

 

Any help guys as been googling for hours as I'm the other side of the world.

[vinnyninja]

Wow not a reply in 3 days, 

 

Well I will post when it's resolved, it's looking like a gear sensor inside the box, but translating from Russian isn't great

[Trevor]

Hi Vincent

What are the symptoms?

Has the tyres been changed recently or anything that can affect the four wheel drive system?

Cheers   Trevor