cabby850

I have a 2001 Audi A6, yesterday someone left the right rear window open and water got inside the car as it rained all night.

Now when I start the car, the interior light would start flashing and now somehow I can not shift out of park.

I think the electrical wiring is damaged as there was a puddle of water in the rear floor area. Anyone know what could be damaged?

I managed to get rid of all the water and plan to put in a small portable heater tomorrow to dry the interior.

any other suggestions?

Thanks

Ed

absolutcq20v

There are a bunch of unprotected (against water) connections under the carpet. Also, there are several controllers, one of which being the central locks/convenience controller.

Getting the car dried out immediately is paramount. The BEST thing to do is remove the carpet and clean/replace any affected connectors. The controller might have been affected, too. :/

cabby850

It turned out that my transmission control module was soaked in water and needs to be replaced. The dealer quoted over $1500 for the part. Does anyone know where to get one for less? may be refurbished? thanks Ed

SAFFRAZ

hi ED the same thing happened to me but mine is a euro model and the dealer in my country wants $6500US for a replacement.u can get a used one from www.car-part.com . i am trying to figure out if the US spec module will work on my car.if u have any ideas let me know.Saffraz