2025 Audi A5/Q5/S5/SQ5: 'Position P Cannot Be Selected'

Owners of certain 2025 Audi A5, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models may encounter a critical issue where the transmission position P (parking lock) cannot be selected. This problem, identified in Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2080044/4, prevents the vehicle from being securely locked and can trigger a specific warning message in the instrument cluster. The TSB outlines a software update as the primary solution.

This bulletin, TSB 2080044/4, supersedes PSS TSB 2078844, which addressed similar gearbox issues and included DTCs DA:812C, P288B00, and P1D4700. The current TSB focuses on the 'Position P cannot be selected' condition.

Symptoms

Owners typically report that the "Transmission position P (parking lock) cannot be selected," which also means the vehicle cannot be locked. When this condition occurs, the instrument cluster will display the yellow warning message: "P cannot be selected. Vehicle may roll away! Please contact workshop."

Fault Codes / DTCs

For the specific condition described in TSB 2080044/4, workshop findings indicate that no relevant DTCs are logged in either the engine electronics control unit (diagnostic address 0001) or the gearbox electronics control unit (diagnostic address 0002). This means the issue may not be immediately apparent through standard diagnostic code scans.

However, the superseded PSS TSB 2078844 did list associated fault codes, including DTC DA:812C, DTC P288B00, and DTC P1D4700. If your vehicle previously experienced related issues, these codes might have been present.

Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions

The primary diagnostic condition for this TSB is the customer's complaint that "Transmission position P (parking lock) cannot be selected" and the appearance of the warning message "P cannot be selected. Vehicle may roll away! Please contact workshop" in the instrument cluster. Technicians are advised to reproduce the customer complaint to confirm the issue before proceeding with the repair.

Repair Procedure Summary

The resolution for the "2025 Audi Position P cannot be selected" issue involves a software update. The repair procedure is detailed in TSB 2079690, titled "00 Combined software update 03.10.00/C (28.13.01) KD2."

After performing the necessary software update, the following steps should be carried out to address the 'P cannot be selected' message:

1. Switch off the ignition, ensuring the instrument cluster and the transmission position display on the selector lever turn off.
2. Wait for at least three minutes without operating the vehicle. During this time, do not open any doors or use the MMI system.
3. Start the vehicle in combustion mode.
4. Drive forward approximately 20 inches (50 cm) in transmission position S.
5. Then, drive in reverse approximately 20 inches (50 cm) in transmission position R. These two steps can also be performed in the opposite order.
6. Finally, press the P button on the selector lever.

Important Warnings and Owner Information

Audi emphasizes that the repair outlined in TSB 2080044/4 must only be performed if all specified criteria, including model, chassis number, engine/motor, gearbox code, and software version, are met. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in the solution not resolving the problem, necessitating repeat repairs, and potentially leading to warranty claim rejection or charges for parts.

Owners should be informed that even if the "2025 Audi Position P cannot be selected" message appears, the electronic parking brake (EPB) will continue to function normally and can be used to park the vehicle securely.

Warranty Information

For vehicles still under warranty, claims for this repair should be submitted in accordance with the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual. The Service Number for this bulletin is 3410, and the Damage Code is KD02. The following labor operations are specified:

• 0151 0010: Software update, including connecting battery charger. Refer to SRT for associated operations.
• 0151 0040: Fixed rate for software update, including all required preliminary and follow-up work (e.g., bus sleep cycle, calibration drives, additional work) – 130 Time Units (TU).
• 0150 9999: For additional attempts due to flash cancellation – 50 TU per documented attempt.
• 3410 0199: Check gear lever housing – 10 TU.

If the vehicle is outside of its warranty period, this Technical Service Bulletin is for informational purposes only, and repair costs may not be covered.

NHTSA ID: 11031025