What is the reason for the jerking in reverse gear of the Audi A4L EA888?
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The reason for the jerking in reverse gear of the Audi A4L EA888 is the lack of synchronization between the transmission speed and the clutch plate speed, causing impact during reverse gear engagement. Upshift Jerking: The main reason is that the transmission response speed is not fast enough, and the upshift speed cannot keep up with the throttle input speed. Therefore, at the moment of gear shifting, there is a jerking sensation. Downshift Jerking: This is mostly due to the intervention of the energy recovery system. Once the driver releases the throttle pedal or steps on the brake pedal, the generator immediately starts working, engaging the engine and imposing some load on it. This affects the engine speed, causing it to be out of sync with the clutch plate speed, resulting in a jerking sensation. Low-Speed Jerking: During low-speed driving, the gear frequently shifts between first and second gears, and the clutch continuously disengages and engages. The power transmission cannot be smoothly completed in a short time, leading to common low-speed jerking. There is often a jerking sensation during startup and low-speed driving, usually when the turbocharger intervenes at low RPMs, affecting the engine speed.
I've been driving an Audi A4 for several years and noticed that the jerking in reverse gear with the EA888 paired with a dual-clutch is often caused by clutch plate wear, especially at high mileage or during prolonged low-speed driving. The DSG transmission experiences unstable current regulation when reversing, leading to sudden tremors, which is also related to software calibration—for example, an upgrade can improve it. Gentle driving, avoiding frequent hard braking or acceleration, and regular transmission fluid changes can help alleviate the issue. I recommend that owners who frequently encounter this problem should promptly visit a professional workshop for inspection to avoid long-term damage to the clutch.