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How much does a Traction Control Light is on Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Audi A3 Traction Control Light is on Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2009 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$132.49 - $145.62
2020 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2010 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2012 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.48 - $125.60
2008 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.55 - $125.72
2016 Audi A3L4-2.0L Turbo DieselService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2013 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$117.28 - $130.25
2018 Audi A3L4-2.0L TurboService typeTraction Control Light is on InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$110.24 - $117.94
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The traction control system in your vehicle exists as a driving aid during adverse conditions, such as rain, snow, ice, or poorly maintained roads. When the system is not working, it will illuminate a warning light on the dashboard cluster.

What it looks like:

The traction control warning light typically takes the form of the acronym “TC.” Sometimes this light is a small illuminated picture of a car losing control.

How this system works:

Traction control uses wheel speed sensors to detect when one or more of the car’s wheels lose grip and traction. When the system registers a loss of traction in one or more of the wheels, a computer will limit power to the wheels that are still in solid contact with the road to prevent a skid.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • ABS is malfunctioning: Traction control and ABS (anti-lock braking system) often share the same control module and internal self-diagnostics system. As a result, sometimes an issue in the ABS can trigger the traction control light. If this is the case, then both the ABS and Traction Control lights will be on.

  • Broken wheel speed sensors: Wheel speed sensors are usually in the wheel bearing assembly, and determine the rate at which each wheel is moving. The sensors relay that information to the traction control module, which determines whether or not power needs to be shifted. Wheel speed sensors can get dirty or damaged and stop working, which prohibits the traction control module from knowing when to enable the system.

  • Traction control module is faulty: The traction control module – which, again, is often shared with the ABS – can malfunction and break altogether, causing the system to stop working.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the traction control issue, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How important is this service?

It’s important to have the traction control issue investigated as soon as possible, as adverse driving conditions can arise at any time. While your car is unlikely to incur further damage from a faulty traction control system, it won’t be safe to drive in rain, snow, sleet, or other inclement weather, or even possibly through pools of water on the road. Furthermore, the issue that is causing the traction control light to illuminate could also be impacting the ABS.

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by Laura
Audi A3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Traction Control Light is on - Avondale Estates, Georgia
Excellent and very experienced mechanic and diagnostic technician. Found they something that was assumed as needed was actually not needed—and I very much appreciated his honesty. It’s rare these days. it’s also the stuff that makes customers lifetime customers versus one time customers. I’ll be using him exclusively the future ...YourMechanic, hold onto him!

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Audi A3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Manassas, Virginia
Will was great, very professional and open with communication. He did not arrive on time however but it was out of his control. The customer before us held him up on a fault of his own and did not have the necessary part that Will needed to work on his car. So in turn it caused Will to be 2 hours late. We ended up being very hard pressed for time and my wife was not able to have him to the tire rotation. For the future it would be in the better interest of your clients if there is a set clause or statement when booking appointments that says "if you are not prepared when the mechanic arrives, your mechanic will pass on to the next customer and you will have to reschedule accordingly".

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Audi A3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Andover, Minnesota
Travis did a good job finding and pricing problems during a pre-purchase car inspection, and offered very candid advice. Travis saved me from buying a car with too many expensive problems. Thanks, Travis!

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by John
Audi A3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Oil Change - Crockett, California
Rafael's work was right on. Changed the oil & filter and told me of some issues I was unaware of. Clean. took an hour. Only disappointment: He was delayed on a previous job and was an hour plus late. Somehow YourMechanic through their tracking system, or perhaps Rafael could have let them know. I had to call and find out that the previous appointment was running late and he was delayed. It wasn't an issue this time, and I had no plans until the end of the day, I would have appreciated knowing and understood about repair delays. I have worked on cars for a most of my life.

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