DL501 DSG / S-tronic (0B5)

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The DL501 (0B5) is a 7-speed oil-cooled dual clutch gearbox mounted in longitudinal direction developed by Audi AG. Nevertheless, this DSG knows a lot of issues, especially the early produced ones between 2009 and 2013.

DL501 DSG information

Following on the success of the 6-speed DQ250 DSG / S-tronic on the Audi A3 and TT models, Audi AG decided to introduced their own developed S-tronic, called DL501 (0B5), during the launch of the Q5 back in 2009. The DL501 (OB5) is the first 7-speed dual clutch transmission designed for longitudinally placed engines with an engine torque up to 550 Nm like the Audi A5, Q5 and A6.

  • 7-speed
  • Wet clutch
  • Longitudinal config
  • Stock rated up to +/- 550 Nm
  • E.G. Audi A4, A5, Q5 and Q6

DL501 issues

Most common problems

  • Gear shifts at too low rpm
  • Agressive / unsmooth take-off
  • Bump during braking just before standstill
  • Clutch vibrations and slip
  • Gearbox error message on dashboard
  • Vehicle doesn't move at all

DL501 repair pricing

These prices are valid for TVS Engineering/DSG Dokter in the Netherlands. Contact your local Dealer for the prices in your region.

DL501 repair
DL501 repairWarrantyExcl. 21% VATIncl. 21% VAT
Remote diagnosis
What this includes

For €99, TVS provides a fast remote diagnosis via mobile, tablet, or laptop, including a free OBD2IP dongle. Receive an estimate or discuss options by phone. If a physical check is needed, the fee is credited toward it.

€ 81.82€ 99.00
In-depth diagnosis
What this includes

During an in-depth diagnosis we analyse the overall condition of the DSG transmission and drivetrain. One of our technicians analyses your vehicle during a test drive using the latest diagnostic equipment. After this you will receive an overview of the condition of your vehicle and a cause for the problem your vehicle is experiencing. Based on the diagnosis results you will receive an overview of the costs for repair and/or software optimizations needed.

€ 123.14€ 149.00
DSG oil change + new filter
What this includes

Changing the DSG oil is necessary for all “wet clutch” VAG DSG models every 60.000 kilometers according to the manufacturer’s instructions. DL501 + tandwiel gedeelte €379

€ 205.79€ 249.00
Clutch replacement
What this includes

New OEM clutches installed according to manufacturer instructions using special tools

12 monthsStarting from € 1,404.13Starting from € 1,699.00
Clutch replacement included flyhweel
What this includes

New OEM clutches and flywheel installed according to manufacturer instructions using special tools

12 monthsStarting from € 1,900.00Starting from € 2,299.00
Mechatronic repair
What this includes

In this repair only the defective components of the mechatronic are replaced for new parts

12 monthsStarting from € 825.62Starting from € 999.00
Mechatronic replacement OVERHAULED
What this includes

TVS overhauled mechatronics are completely new built mechatronics on which all defective and wear sensitive parts have been replaced. No partial repairs are carried out, only completely newly built units!

12 monthsNot recommendedNot recommended
Mechatronic replacement NEW
What this includes

New mechatronic installed according to manufacturer instructions using special tools

12 monthsStarting from € 2,726.45Starting from € 3,299.00
DSG gearbox replacement OVERHAULED excl. mechatronic
What this includes

TVS Engineering / DSG Dokter has more than 1000 new, used or overhauled DSG transmissions on stock. This makes it possible for us to replace the gearbox of almost every DSG equipped VAG vehicle and each replacement includes a new clutch.

12 monthson requeston request
DSG gearbox replacement OVERHAULED incl. mechatronic
What this includes

TVS Engineering / DSG Dokter has more than 1000 new, used or overhauled DSG transmissions on stock. This makes it possible for us to replace the gearbox of almost every DSG equipped VAG vehicle and each replacement includes a new clutch.

12 monthson requeston request
DSG gearbox replacement NEW excl. mechatronic
What this includes

TVS Engineering / DSG Dokter has more than 1000 new, used or overhauled DSG transmissions on stock. This makes it possible for us to replace the gearbox of almost every DSG equipped VAG vehicle and each replacement includes a new clutch.

12 monthson requeston request
DSG gearbox replacement NEW incl. mechatronic
What this includes

TVS Engineering / DSG Dokter has more than 1000 new, used or overhauled DSG transmissions on stock. This makes it possible for us to replace the gearbox of almost every DSG equipped VAG vehicle and each replacement includes a new clutch.

12 monthson requeston request

DL501 Software pricing

DL501 Software pricing
2009-20132013+
DL501 Software pricingMax. koppelDrivabilityLife extenderExcl. btwIncl. 21% btwExcl. btwIncl. 21% btw
Drivabilitynot includedincludedincluded€ 329.75€ 399.00€ 412.40€ 499.00
Stage Inot included--€ 329.75€ 399.00€ 412.40€ 499.00
Stage IInot included--€ 412.40€ 499.00€ 495.04€ 599.00
Stage II+not includedincludedincluded€ 495.04€ 599.00€ 577.69€ 699.00
Stage IIInot includedincludedincluded€ 1,032.23€ 1,249.00€ 1,032.23€ 1,249.00
Stage IVnot includedincludedincluded€ 1,238.84€ 1,499.00€ 1,238.84€ 1,499.00
Drivability (S/RS MODELSnot includedincludedincluded€ 412.40€ 499.00€ 412.40€ 499.00
Stage I (S/RS MODELSnot included--€ 329.75€ 399.00€ 412.40€ 499.00
Stage II (S/RS MODELSnot included--€ 412.40€ 499.00€ 495.04€ 599.00
Stage II+ (S/RS MODELSnot includedincludedincluded€ 577.69€ 699.00€ 660.33€ 799.00
Stage III (S/RS MODELSnot includedincludedincluded€ 1,032.23€ 1,249.00€ 1,032.23€ 1,249.00
Stage IV (S/RS MODELSnot includedincludedincluded€ 1,238.84€ 1,499.00€ 1,238.84€ 1,499.00

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