Audi TT 8J Gear Selector Lever Handle Knob Automatic 8J2713139F Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi TT 8J Gear Selector Lever Handle Knob Automatic is an original leather gear selector handle designed for the factory automatic transmission. As a component in the Gear levers, connectors and cables category, it ensures proper grip ergonomics, a consistent look with the Audi interior, and reliable operation of the gear selector. The leather finish improves daily comfort and helps maintain the characteristic style of the TT 8J cockpit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8J2713139F
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8J2713139F
• Substitutable numbers: 8J2713139F, 8J2 713 139 F, 8J2 713 139 M, 8J2713139M
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Part type: Gear Lever
• Rim width: 8
• Category: Gear Levers, Cables & Linkages

Purpose and function in the gear shifting system

The presented knob is a working component of the automatic transmission control system, responsible for precisely transferring the driver's hand movement to the selector mechanism. The design, tailored to the Audi TT 8J, guarantees compatibility with the factory selector mechanism and ensures the correct operation of locks and guides in the P–R–N–D positions.

Thanks to the leather covering, the handle provides a stable, comfortable grip, which is important both during maneuvering and dynamic driving. The properly selected geometry of the knob supports intuitive transmission operation, reducing the risk of accidentally selecting the wrong mode.

Construction and materials

The selector knob is manufactured as an OEM Audi part, featuring a leather finish in the area of contact with the hand. This configuration improves the perceived quality of the interior while making the surface easy to keep clean. The integrated knob body works with the factory lever shaft, allowing for installation without the need to modify the center console structure.

The inner part of the knob is designed to work with the automatic transmission selector lock mechanism, which allows for the proper operation of buttons and latches as intended by the manufacturer. As a result, full functionality of the transmission control system is maintained after replacement.

Benefits of using an original Audi knob

Using an original gear selector lever knob in an Audi TT 8J provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of factory ergonomics and handle geometry,
• visual consistency with other Audi interior elements,
• proper cooperation with the automatic transmission mechanism,
• easier installation due to compatibility with the original mounting system.

For users who are upgrading their interior or restoring it to a factory-like condition, replacing a worn knob with an original leather component is a simple way to improve the daily driving experience. Precise fitment for the TT 8J model reduces the risk of play, squeaks, or improper operation of the selector lock.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered knob comes from professional dismantling and is intended for reinstallation in a vehicle where it is necessary to replace a worn or damaged selector handle. In practice, it is used both for repairs after collisions involving the center console and for typical interior restoration when the existing element shows signs of heavy wear.

Due to its factory origin, installation is performed in a plug-and-play manner, using standard service procedures provided for the Audi TT 8J. Maintaining the original design of the automatic transmission control system helps avoid compatibility issues that often arise when using aftermarket parts of uncertain origin.

Expanding the transmission control system in your Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional handles, cable routing elements, or selector mechanism covers, check out the available parts in the Audi gear levers, connectors and cables category.

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