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Old Jan 26, 2026 | 10:01 AM
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2003 S6 gear indicator illuminates all positions when placed in D. Doesn’t fault if in any other position. When all are illuminated shift buttons on steering wheel do not work. Transmission drives normally.
Turning ignition off required to reset lights.
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All gear positions illuminated
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Old Jan 27, 2026 | 04:26 AM
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Old Jan 31, 2026 | 01:58 AM
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having the same with my Allroad, transmission range sensor. Going to try replacing it this afternoon.
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