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2024 Audi Q5 — clutch engagement changed after a long traffic commute

CanyonFanCommunity StarterJun 27, 20262024 Audi Q5 Premium PlusLos Angeles
After a hot stop-and-go commute the clutch engagement point felt different, but it returned to normal later. No slipping at full throttle. What would you inspect before assuming the clutch itself is failing? Mostly looking for the right next step.
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TrackDriver444Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 27, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Audi Q5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Stop there until you know. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
ColdStartDIYer320Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Audi Q5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
SunBeltGal712Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Audi Q5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. That's the sequence I'd use. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
FlatSixGuy792Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Audi Q5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
BoostShopper780Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Audi Q5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Keep sale price, fees, and rate as three different conversations. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
MarketBuyer633Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 29, 2026permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Audi Q5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. No need to make it theatrical. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
CamberSeller267Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Audi Q5 in Los Angeles, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “clutch engagement changed after a long traffic,” that was the fork that mattered for me. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
CanyonFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Following up on clutch engagement changed after a long traffic: still happening, but I have better notes now. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
CanyonFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
I parked the 2024 Audi Q5 and wrote down what I already tested so I'm not repeating myself. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
FlatSixGuy792Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Audi Q5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Just my two cents from doing this recently. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
ColdStartEnthusiast797Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Audi Q5 in Los Angeles, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “clutch engagement changed after a long traffic,” that was the fork that mattered for me. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
RustBeltGuyCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJun 30, 2026permalink
Agree — and I'd add this: A second data point from another 2024 Audi Q5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. That's the whole play. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
FlatSixGuy792Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Audi Q5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. Not trying to scare you — just skip the expensive first guess. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
DetailWeekend708Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 29, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Audi Q5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. I'd want a dollar figure or a measured spec, not 'should be fine.' I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
TorqueWeekend186Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 29, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Audi Q5 in Los Angeles, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “clutch engagement changed after a long traffic,” that was the fork that mattered for me. That's the whole play. That's my plan before I call anyone.
CanyonFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJun 29, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2024 Audi Q5. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
ColdStartEnthusiast797Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 29, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Audi Q5 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2024 Audi Q5 in Los Angeles. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. Worth doing even if the car feels fine right now. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
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