P2716 on Audi
Pressure Control Solenoid "D" Electrical
P2716 on Audi vehicles indicates pressure control solenoid "d" electrical. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Audi model — most commonly on SQ2. This generic code indicates the powertrain control module (PCM/TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for the automatic transmission's pressure control solenoid "D". This solenoid regulates hydraulic line pressure for clutch/band application, and an electrical problem (open, short, or out-of-range resistance) can cause harsh, slipping, or delayed shifts and may put the transmission into a fail-safe (limp) mode. Typical repair costs on Audi range from $300 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P2716
- •Failed or internally shorted/open pressure control solenoid 'D'
- •Damaged, corroded, or loose solenoid wiring harness or connector
- •Open or short circuit in the solenoid control/feedback wiring
- •Contaminated or low transmission fluid affecting solenoid operation
- •Faulty internal transmission wiring harness (solenoid body/valve body harness)
- •Faulty TCM/PCM or internal driver circuit
P2716 on Audi by Model
Audi SQ2(1 issue)
- S tronic (DQ381) 7-speed wet-clutch transmission: jerky low-speed shifts, hesitation and limp mode2019-2024
The SQ2's 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch (the wet-clutch DQ381 / 0GC unit shared across MQB-platform A3/Q3/TT and VW Golf GTI/R) is generally durable but is widely reported to develop jerky or hesitant engagement at low speed and in stop-start traffic, harsh shifts when hot, and occasional limp-mode events. Owners describe a jolt/shunt when pulling away or in 1-2 / 2-1 changes. Root causes traced in the field include mechatronic valve/solenoid faults, clutch position-sensor faults, K1 clutch-pack wear, and degraded/contaminated gearbox fluid, especially where the DSG oil service has been skipped.
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What does P2716 mean on Audi?▼
P2716 stands for "Pressure Control Solenoid "D" Electrical." This generic code indicates the powertrain control module (PCM/TCM) has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for the automatic transmission's pressure control solenoid "D". This solenoid regulates hydraulic line pressure for clutch/band application, and an electrical problem (open, short, or out-of-range resistance) can cause harsh, slipping, or delayed shifts and may put the transmission into a fail-safe (limp) mode. On Audi specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P2716 on Audi vehicles?▼
Common causes on Audi: Failed or internally shorted/open pressure control solenoid 'D', Damaged, corroded, or loose solenoid wiring harness or connector, Open or short circuit in the solenoid control/feedback wiring, Contaminated or low transmission fluid affecting solenoid operation, Faulty internal transmission wiring harness (solenoid body/valve body harness). Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P2716 on a Audi?▼
Repair costs on Audi range from $300 to $3,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Audi models have P2716 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P2716 on 1 Audi model: SQ2.