Frequently Asked Questions

Once you fill out your details, you’ll be shown the ‘search results’ which displays instant fixed-price quotes from local service providers that can be booked online.

Yes. Once you have entered in your vehicle details and location, you’ll be able to browse through available repair tasks or inspections that you would like a quote for.

Car servicing, inspections and minor repairs such as brakes can be instantly quoted and booked online. For complex repairs, we’ll get local service providers to give you a personalised quote.

Nope! Customers who book with AutoGuru pay no fees.

AutoGuru can provide servicing and repair quotes for the majority of passenger vehicles on Australian roads. If you don’t see your vehicle listed, we’re really sorry but at this time we don’t have sufficient details on this vehicle type to provide you with quotes. Please try us again in the future though, as we are always updating our vehicle listings!

Yes. For the work included in the quote, the price you’re quoted is the final price you’ll pay.

Instantly priced quotes for servicing and repair work via AutoGuru.com.au include parts, labour and GST. Note: Quotes for inspection and diagnostic jobs do not include pricing for parts.

Service providers are advised to contact you directly in order to discuss additional work that is not included in the initial quote.

Inclusions for basic and logbook services can be found on the search results page or the booking finalise page under the ‘What’s included?’ button. Find out more

Yes! You can book with a mobile service provider that can come to your home or workplace. Find out more

No. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) states that any certified mechanical workshop or mobile mechanic can service or repair your car without voiding your New Car Manufacturers Warranty. Find out more

Yes. For logbook services, the service provider will sign and stamp your logbook to meet manufacturer requirements. If the service provider has not stamped your logbook, please contact them directly to arrange a time for them to stamp your logbook.

Yes. Please click the 'manage my booking' link on your booking confirmation email. If you need help email contactus@autoguru.com.au.

If you booked through AutoGuru and your booking has been confirmed, you can reschedule to a new date or time. Simply click the 'manage my booking' link on your booking confirmation email. If you need help email contactus@autoguru.com.au. If you cancel or don't show up and don't reschedule (and you have prepaid in advance), a $20 cancellation fee will apply.

If you’ve booked with a workshop, the service provider will usually require your vehicle for the entire day due to scheduling. If you’ve booked with a mobile provider, you will only be without your vehicle for the time it takes to complete the job. Find out more

Yes! Some service providers can offer a loan car depending on their availability. Find out more

Most service providers also offer either a drop off or pick up service, where they can drop you off at or pick you up from a location within a 5km radius of their business, or a $10 Uber ride voucher. Find out more

For servicing, inspections and select repairs, we can provide instant quotes. However, some tasks require a quote request to be sent to service providers. You will usually receive at least one quote within 24 hours.

If you have sent off a quote request to local service providers through AutoGuru, you can expect to receive up to five quotes back.

Didn’t receive a quote? No worries! Email contactus@autoguru.com.au and we'll see if we can help.

Booking your car service or repair through AutoGuru gives you access to these convenient payment options:

1. Pay upfront and online using your credit or debit card or PayPal
2. Flexible payment options with Afterpay, humm, Zip or PayPal
3. In some instances, you can choose to pay the mechanic when you pick your car up and the service and/or repairs have been completed

Yes, all service providers should provide an invoice when you pick up the car. Find out more

Audi A1/A1 Sportback Transmission oil pressure switch replacement

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Audi A1/A1 Sportback Transmission oil pressure switch replacement

Does my Audi A1/A1 Sportback transmission oil pressure switch need to be replaced?

A transmission oil pressure switch is responsible for monitoring your Audi A1/A1 Sportback's transmissions oil pressure.

This information is then sent from the transmission to the ECU which it uses to make sure that gear changes happen at the appropriate time.

There could be a number of ways that you can tell if your transmission oil pressure switch has an issue

1. Engine light on

Generally, your first inclination that something is wrong is the engine light coming on, This could come on for a variety of reasons so it’s best to get it in to get checked out ASAP

2. Audi A1/A1 Sportback has difficulty shifting

If the switch is registering a different pressure than what is in the transmission then it can cause the transmission to shift too early or too late causing the shift to feel harsher than usual.

3. Engine RPM is higher than it should be

Similar to the above reason, a mismatch in the oil pressure switch compared to what's in the transmission can cause your Audi A1/A1 Sportback to rev a lot higher before it shifts.

4. Audi A1/A1 Sportback enters "limp" mode

If your transmission oil switch registers your transmission oil pressure is too high or low, it may send your vehicle into limp mode. Limp mode is when you're still able to drive your vehicle, however, the transmission will stay in a single gear to prevent any further damage. This should allow you to get your car to a safe place, or even to the nearest workshop.

The transmission oil pressure switch is vital for the smooth and efficient operation of the vehicle. If you recognise any of the above warning signs or symptoms, get it checked out ASAP

Generally, it's a pretty simple repair because the oil pressure switch is easy to access. Parts prices can vary from model to model and can sometimes be difficult to source, which could cause delays in the repair.

Some things that to remember if you think you have a transmission oil pressure switch issue

If you notice your Audi A1/A1 Sportback's transmission starting to shift erratically or harshly get it checked out ASAP
If you leave it too long your vehicle may go into limp mode or may require a costly tow.

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