Audi A5 8T A4 B8 Gear Shifter Stick Selector Knob Automatic 8K2713139E

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A5 8T A4 B8 Gear Shifter Stick Selector Knob Automatic is an original component from the Gear Shifter Knobs group, designed for factory automatic transmissions. It allows for maintaining a consistent interior aesthetic and ensures precise control of the gear selector in Audi vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8K2713139E-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K2713139E
• Substitutable numbers: 8K2713139E, 8K2 713 139 E
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Gear Knobs

Application and compatibility

The presented knob is intended for Audi A5 8T and Audi A4 B8 models equipped with an automatic transmission. The design is engineered for the stock selector mechanism, ensuring the part fits the factory center console and works seamlessly with the original position locking mechanism.

Being an original Audi part ensures the correct geometry, grip ergonomics, and proper travel when shifting between positions (P–R–N–D and manual modes, if applicable to the vehicle).

Construction and technical function

The gear shifter knob plays a key role in operating the automatic transmission – it transfers the driver's hand movement to the selector mechanism. The properly selected shape and weight of the knob influence the smoothness of the selector operation and the comfort of daily use.

The component is designed as part of the safety system: it works with the selector lock, release button, and guide, which minimizes the risk of accidental gear position changes. This ensures the correct operation logic of the automatic transmission in accordance with Audi standards.

Condition, origin, and benefits of installation

The knob comes from an Audi vehicle dismantling and is offered as a used original part. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between OEM quality and purchase cost – especially when repairing the interior after mechanical damage or wear and tear.

Replacing the knob is usually a simple service operation that can be performed quickly by an experienced workshop. This allows for the rapid restoration of full gear selector functionality and a consistent look of the center console, without the need to interfere with the transmission itself.

Why choose an original Audi knob

The original Audi gear shifter knob ensures proper fitment to the center console, compatibility with the selector mechanism, and aesthetics consistent with the factory interior design. This is particularly important in mid-to-high-end models, where both operating comfort and a cohesive cockpit look are essential.

An additional advantage is the ease of selecting parts based on manufacturer markings and vehicle models, which reduces the risk of purchasing an incompatible replacement and facilitates the work of workshops specializing in the Audi brand.

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 other knobs, gaiters, or selector decorative elements, check out the available parts in the Audi Gear Shifter Knobs category.

To better plan your drivetrain repair and make an informed purchase of transmission-related components, it is worth reading the guide Why it is worth buying used transmissions and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses, among other things, selecting parts by manufacturer markings and the cost aspects of using used components.