Intermittent Problem: TPMS Fault + ESC Light = Moderate Shaking/Vibration
09-08-2016, 08:58 AM
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Intermittent Problem: TPMS Fault + ESC Light = Moderate Shaking/Vibration
I have a 2012 Audi Q7 3.0T.
WHAT: Intermittently I get a "TPMS Fault" error and an Electronic Stability Control light (they always occur together), and something in the computer seems to kick in, that makes the car moderately vibrate/shake while driving.
WHEN: The issue only occurs randomly, but regularly. Often when I drive, neither error (TPMS/ESC) occur, and the car does not shake. Most of the time, if the error does occur, it happens when I first start the car. However, sometimes the error occurs after driving for some time. There is no clear pattern, but it happens semi-regularly (e.g., 1 of 5 times I use the car in a random pattern).
WHAT I'VE DONE: Just took my car to the mechanic. They checked the TPMS sensors and all appeared to be ok. Computer indicated a coil spring on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced, which they are doing, but I don't have much faith that is related to the problem.
Please help! Thank you experts! -Bret
WHAT: Intermittently I get a "TPMS Fault" error and an Electronic Stability Control light (they always occur together), and something in the computer seems to kick in, that makes the car moderately vibrate/shake while driving.
WHEN: The issue only occurs randomly, but regularly. Often when I drive, neither error (TPMS/ESC) occur, and the car does not shake. Most of the time, if the error does occur, it happens when I first start the car. However, sometimes the error occurs after driving for some time. There is no clear pattern, but it happens semi-regularly (e.g., 1 of 5 times I use the car in a random pattern).
WHAT I'VE DONE: Just took my car to the mechanic. They checked the TPMS sensors and all appeared to be ok. Computer indicated a coil spring on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced, which they are doing, but I don't have much faith that is related to the problem.
Please help! Thank you experts! -Bret
10-20-2016, 06:54 AM
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I have a 2012 Audi Q7 3.0T.
WHAT: Intermittently I get a "TPMS Fault" error and an Electronic Stability Control light (they always occur together), and something in the computer seems to kick in, that makes the car moderately vibrate/shake while driving.
WHEN: The issue only occurs randomly, but regularly. Often when I drive, neither error (TPMS/ESC) occur, and the car does not shake. Most of the time, if the error does occur, it happens when I first start the car. However, sometimes the error occurs after driving for some time. There is no clear pattern, but it happens semi-regularly (e.g., 1 of 5 times I use the car in a random pattern).
WHAT I'VE DONE: Just took my car to the mechanic. They checked the TPMS sensors and all appeared to be ok. Computer indicated a coil spring on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced, which they are doing, but I don't have much faith that is related to the problem.
Please help! Thank you experts! -Bret
WHAT: Intermittently I get a "TPMS Fault" error and an Electronic Stability Control light (they always occur together), and something in the computer seems to kick in, that makes the car moderately vibrate/shake while driving.
WHEN: The issue only occurs randomly, but regularly. Often when I drive, neither error (TPMS/ESC) occur, and the car does not shake. Most of the time, if the error does occur, it happens when I first start the car. However, sometimes the error occurs after driving for some time. There is no clear pattern, but it happens semi-regularly (e.g., 1 of 5 times I use the car in a random pattern).
WHAT I'VE DONE: Just took my car to the mechanic. They checked the TPMS sensors and all appeared to be ok. Computer indicated a coil spring on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced, which they are doing, but I don't have much faith that is related to the problem.
Please help! Thank you experts! -Bret
Did you find out what the problem was ?
I have the same problem and it will be nice to find out what it is.
Thanks,
10-20-2016, 01:05 PM
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It was indeed the "coil spring on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced" issue (onboard computer told the mechanic).
I'm guessing that issue caused vibration or some other side effect that set off those other sensors.
I'm guessing that issue caused vibration or some other side effect that set off those other sensors.
10-20-2016, 03:30 PM
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I'm curious. Our Q7s do not have tire pressure sensors. The system detects a tire with low pressure by comparing rotation speeds with the other tires. It uses the stability control wheel speed sensors to do this. I was about to suggest that you have the vehicle scanned for a faulty wheel sensor when I read your post quoted above. What coil spring on what cylinder? Could he have meant a brake caliper was dragging and been talking about one of the caliper cylinders? ( Just a wild guess)
10-21-2016, 05:34 AM
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If possible, see if you can get the Trouble codes read from your vehicle. The issue you are describing sounds similar to a possible intermittent wheel speed sensor fault, so your vehicle should have a stored code. I would take it to a shop that knows how to read ABS/ESC codes.
The shaking you are describing might be your vehicle thinking that you are loosing traction and initiating traction control or stability control event, but since you are not actually in an event the brake controller will set a light. Does it feel or sound similar to when your traction control or stability control comes on?
The "coil spring" being referred to is probably an ignition coil. This does not sound like the issue you are having, as this would definitely not cause your ESC/TPMS light . You would likely also have a rough idle or a vibration during acceleration.
The shaking you are describing might be your vehicle thinking that you are loosing traction and initiating traction control or stability control event, but since you are not actually in an event the brake controller will set a light. Does it feel or sound similar to when your traction control or stability control comes on?
The "coil spring" being referred to is probably an ignition coil. This does not sound like the issue you are having, as this would definitely not cause your ESC/TPMS light . You would likely also have a rough idle or a vibration during acceleration.
10-21-2016, 07:21 AM
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If possible, see if you can get the Trouble codes read from your vehicle. The issue you are describing sounds similar to a possible intermittent wheel speed sensor fault, so your vehicle should have a stored code. I would take it to a shop that knows how to read ABS/ESC codes.
The shaking you are describing might be your vehicle thinking that you are loosing traction and initiating traction control or stability control event, but since you are not actually in an event the brake controller will set a light. Does it feel or sound similar to when your traction control or stability control comes on?
The "coil spring" being referred to is probably an ignition coil. This does not sound like the issue you are having, as this would definitely not cause your ESC/TPMS light . You would likely also have a rough idle or a vibration during acceleration.
The shaking you are describing might be your vehicle thinking that you are loosing traction and initiating traction control or stability control event, but since you are not actually in an event the brake controller will set a light. Does it feel or sound similar to when your traction control or stability control comes on?
The "coil spring" being referred to is probably an ignition coil. This does not sound like the issue you are having, as this would definitely not cause your ESC/TPMS light . You would likely also have a rough idle or a vibration during acceleration.
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I am having exactly the same problems but my dealer said I need to replace my ECU already, which is very expensive. How much did your Coil Pack replacement cost?
09-23-2019, 08:43 AM
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Swap Coil packs around and see if if the trouble code moves to another cyl.
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