Audi Q5 FY Gear Shift Shifting Knob Lever Handle Automatic 80C713140G

The Audi Q5 FY Automatic Gear Shift Knob is an original part from the Gear Shifters, Connectors, and Cables group, designed for vehicles with diesel engines and automatic transmissions. It ensures consistent operation with the factory selector mechanism, maintaining ergonomics, aesthetics, and functionality in line with Audi brand standards. This is a practical solution for replacing a worn or damaged knob in the Q5 FY generation model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-80C713140G
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 80C713140G
• Substitutable numbers: 80C713140G, 80C 713 140 G
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Part type: Gear Lever
• Category: Gear Levers, Cables & Linkages

Application and Compatibility

The presented gear shift knob has been designed to work with the automatic transmission in the Audi Q5 FY generation with a diesel engine. The construction is adapted to the factory selector mechanism, which allows for maintaining correct gear positioning and clear, intuitive control of the gearbox.

Its original Audi origin promotes stylistic consistency within the interior and minimizes the risk of installation issues typical for aftermarket parts with imprecise dimensions.

Construction and Technical Function

The gear shift knob is responsible for transferring the driver's hand movement to the automatic transmission selector mechanism. This element works in conjunction with the connectors and cables that form part of the transmission control system, therefore its proper fit is important for:

• secure selection of gearbox operating modes (P, R, N, D, and manual modes, if applicable),
• stable guiding of the lever in its tracks,
• comfort of operation in daily use,
• maintaining factory cockpit ergonomics.

Thanks to its construction compliant with Audi's requirements, the knob integrates with the existing system without the need for intervention in the gearbox mechanics or the vehicle's electrical system.

Benefits of Using an Original Knob

Using an original gear shift knob in the Audi Q5 FY offers a range of practical benefits for daily vehicle use:

• Precise Automatic Transmission Control – a correctly fitted part reduces play and unwanted resistance during mode changes.
• Interior Visual Consistency – maintaining the factory look of the center console, with no differences in shade or shape compared to other elements.
• Compatibility with Diesel and Automatic Configurations – the knob is designed for configurations where the torque of a diesel engine works with an automatic transmission.
• The ability to restore full functionality after damage or wear of the previous component.

Condition and Service Purpose

This part is a used item from disassembly, offered as a pre-owned part. This is a sensible choice for vehicle servicing when maintaining original quality at an optimal cost is a priority. This type of component is suitable for standard replacement of a worn knob, as well as for repairs after a collision or interior upgrades towards an automatic transmission configuration.

Audi Gearbox Control System Expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the transmission control area in your Audi and need other parts from the same group, such as additional levers, connectors, or selector cables, check the available parts in the category Audi Gear Shifters, Connectors, and Cables.

Technical Knowledge and Upgrades

When planning broader modernization projects for a fleet or multiple vehicles, it is worth considering the experiences from other VAG group constructions. A good reference point are the changes introduced in sporty models with automatic transmissions, described in the article about the evolution of the Golf GTI – you will find practical tips there on selecting used OEM components and areas where upgrades yield the greatest effect: Hot Hatch Legend: The Evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – Structural Changes and VW Car Parts.