{"id":532547,"date":"2026-07-17T16:12:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T20:12:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/?p=532547"},"modified":"2026-07-17T16:12:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T20:12:34","slug":"2017-audi-s3-pcm-replacement-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/2017-audi-s3-pcm-replacement-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2017 Audi S3 Powertrain Control Module Replacement Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container\">\n<section class=\"hero\">\n<div class=\"code-badge\">PCM<\/div>\n<h1>2017 Audi S3 Powertrain Control Module Replacement Guide<\/h1>\n<p class=\"hero-subtitle\">In the 2017 Audi S3 the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) manages engine timing, fuel delivery, and transmission shifts. A failure typically disables communication with the vehicle\u2019s sensors, triggers multiple diagnostic codes, and can prevent the engine from starting or running smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"quick-summary\">\n<h2>Quick Summary<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>PCM removal and install generally require about 0.9 hours of labor.<\/li>\n<li>A relearn procedure of roughly 0.5 hours follows replacement.<\/li>\n<li>Faults often generate a range of P\u2011codes and U\u2011codes specific to the S3.<\/li>\n<li>Flagship One units arrive VIN\u2011programmed, eliminating the need for manual coding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<p>When a 2017 Audi S3 begins to exhibit erratic idle, loss of power, or an inability to start, the Powertrain Control Module is a common culprit. Understanding how this computer interacts with the engine and transmission helps you decide whether to pursue a repair or a replacement. This guide explains what the PCM does in your S3, where it lives, the labor involved, the programming steps required after a swap, and the typical symptoms you may encounter. Armed with this information, you can evaluate repair costs, avoid unnecessary downtime, and keep your vehicle running as the engineers intended.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>What the PCM Does in a 2017 Audi S3<\/h2>\n<p>The Powertrain Control Module in the 2017 Audi S3 serves as the central brain that controls fuel injection, ignition timing, and gear\u2011shift commands. It receives data from dozens of sensors, processes that information in real time, and sends commands to actuators throughout the powertrain. Because the PCM orchestrates critical functions, any malfunction can lead to engine shutdown, rough running, or loss of driveability. The module also stores diagnostic trouble codes that help pinpoint the exact failure. Maintaining a healthy PCM is essential for emissions compliance and overall performance. For owners seeking a swap, the market offers several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/audi-ecm-pcm-ecu-engine-computer\/s3-engine-computers.html\">replacement powertrain control modules for 2017 Audi S3<\/a> that match the original specifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Where the PCM Is Located and What Replacement Involves<\/h2>\n<p>The PCM in the 2017 Audi S3 is mounted within the engine compartment, typically attached to the firewall near the intake manifold. Access requires removal of a few brackets and the connector harness before the unit can be unbolted. According to the labor guide, removing and reinstalling the module takes about 0.9 hours. After the new unit is in place, a short relearn procedure\u2014approximately 0.5 hours\u2014ensures the vehicle\u2019s control strategies are calibrated to the replacement. No torque specifications are provided in the source data, so standard factory fasteners should be secured per the service manual.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:22px auto;text-align:center;max-width:720px\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border:1px solid #e2e6ec;border-radius:8px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2017-audi-s3-pcm-service-figure.webp\" alt=\"2017 Audi S3 PCM location diagram\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption style=\"font-size:13px;color:#667085;margin-top:8px\">From the factory PCM removal procedure for the 2017 Audi S3.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div style=\"background:#f7f9fc;border:1px solid #e2e8f2;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 24px;margin:18px 0\">\n<h3 style='margin-top:0'>How to Reach the PCM on the 2017 Audi S3<\/h3>\n<ol style=\"margin:14px 0 6px 0;padding-left:26px\">\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Remove<\/b> the battery.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Release<\/b> the retainers in direction of -arrow A- and remove the Engine Control Module.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Unlock<\/b> and disconnect the connectors from the Engine.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Remove<\/b> the shear bolts to remove the protective housing.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Remove<\/b> the shear bolt with a screwdriver.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\"><b>Remove<\/b> the protective housing from the Engine Control.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style='margin:10px 0 0 0'><em>Work with the ignition off, and treat the module as static-sensitive: avoid touching the connector pins at any point.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:18px 0;font-size:15px\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Operation<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Configuration<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Book Time<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">A3 Quattro<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.9 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">S3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.9 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">A3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.9 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module R&amp;R<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">RS3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.9 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">A3 Quattro<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">S3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">A3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Powertrain Control Module Relearn<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">RS3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">0.5 hr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Programming Requirements After Replacement<\/h2>\n<p>Once the PCM is physically installed, the factory service routine calls for a powertrain control module relearn to synchronize the new computer with the vehicle\u2019s existing sensors and actuators. This step typically consumes 0.5 hours of technician time. Flagship One units arrive as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/2017-audi-s3-2-0l-pcm-engine-computer-ecm-ecu-programmed-plug-play.html\">a VIN-programmed replacement unit<\/a> that already contain the correct calibration data, so the relearn step is already satisfied and the technician can focus on final verification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Symptoms of a Failing PCM<\/h2>\n<p>A failing PCM in the 2017 Audi S3 may cause the engine to crank without starting, stall unexpectedly during acceleration, or exhibit rough idle. Drivers often notice a loss of power when shifting, accompanied by a check\u2011engine light that stores multiple fault codes. Communication with a scan tool can be lost, showing no data from the engine control system. In many cases, the vehicle will log a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\">powertrain control module failure<\/a> alongside related U\u2011codes that indicate network issues. Prompt diagnosis and repair are advisable to prevent further drivability problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Module Trouble Codes on the 2017 Audi S3<\/h2>\n<p>The following diagnostic trouble codes are commonly associated with the Powertrain Control Module in the 2017 Audi S3:<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:18px 0;font-size:15px\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Code<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Meaning<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;background:#f2f5f9;padding:9px 12px;text-align:left\">Full Guide<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0602<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Control module programming error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0602-control-module-programming-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0602 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0604<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal RAM error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0604-internal-control-module-random-access-memory-ram-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0604 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0605-internal-control-module-read-only-memory-rom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0605<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0605-internal-control-module-read-only-memory-rom-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal ROM error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0605-internal-control-module-read-only-memory-rom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0605 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0606<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module processor failure<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0606-control-module-processor\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0606 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0607-control-module-performance\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0607<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0607-control-module-performance\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module performance fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0607-control-module-performance\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0607 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0610-control-module-vehicle-options-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0610<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0610-control-module-vehicle-options-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module-internal fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0610-control-module-vehicle-options-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0610 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P062F<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Internal EEPROM error<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p062f-internal-control-module-eeprom-error\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P062F guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0634-control-module-internal-temperature-too-high\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>P0634<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0634-control-module-internal-temperature-too-high\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module-internal fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-p0634-control-module-internal-temperature-too-high\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full P0634 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><b>P064F<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Module-internal fault<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><b>P165D<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">Module-internal fault<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\">&mdash;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0100-lost-communication-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>U0100<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0100-lost-communication-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module-internal fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0100-lost-communication-ecmpcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full U0100 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0101-lost-communication-tcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\"><b>U0101<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0101-lost-communication-tcm\/\" style=\"color:#1a2b49;text-decoration:none;display:block;cursor:pointer\">Module-internal fault<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d6dbe3;padding:9px 12px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/blog\/dtc-u0101-lost-communication-tcm\/\" style=\"color:#0563C1\"><b><u>Full U0101 guide &rarr;<\/u><\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Protecting the PCM in Your 2017 Audi S3<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"margin:14px 0 6px 0;padding-left:26px\">\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Maintain a healthy charging system to avoid voltage fluctuations.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Inspect and clean all PCM ground points regularly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Use proper jump\u2011start techniques to prevent voltage spikes.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Address any stored trouble codes promptly before they multiply.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Ensure connector seals remain intact to keep moisture out.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:10px 0;line-height:1.65\">Periodically verify the integrity of wiring harnesses leading to the PCM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What are the typical labor hours for replacing the PCM in a 2017 Audi S3?<\/h3>\n<p>The labor guide lists about 0.9 hours for removal and installation, plus an additional 0.5 hours for the required relearn procedure.<\/p>\n<h3>Will a new PCM require programming after installation in my 2017 Audi S3?<\/h3>\n<p>Factory service procedures call for a relearn step, but a VIN\u2011programmed unit from Flagship One already includes that data, eliminating the need for extra coding.<\/p>\n<h3>Which trouble codes should I look for if the PCM is suspect in my 2017 Audi S3?<\/h3>\n<p>Common codes include P0602, P0604, P0605, P0606, P0607, P0610, P062F, P0634, P064F, P165D, and several U\u2011codes such as U0100 and U0101.<\/p>\n<h3>Can a failing PCM affect transmission performance in my 2017 Audi S3?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, because the PCM also controls shift timing, a fault can cause harsh shifts, delayed engagement, or limp\u2011mode operation.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it safe to drive with a PCM that shows intermittent faults?<\/h3>\n<p>Driving with a compromised PCM can lead to unexpected stalling or loss of power, so it is advisable to address the issue promptly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<p>When the PCM in your 2017 Audi S3 needs attention, you can choose a repair that restores the original unit or opt for a refurbished replacement that meets factory specifications. Both paths aim to return your vehicle to reliable operation, but a VIN\u2011programmed module may reduce shop time and eliminate the relearn step.<\/p>\n<p>Flagship One stocks a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/2017-audi-s3-2-0l-pcm-engine-computer-ecm-ecu-programmed-plug-play.html\"><b>refurbished, VIN-programmed PCM for the 2017 Audi S3<\/b><\/a> with a lifetime warranty, free shipping and no core charge. The full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs1inc.com\/audi-ecm-pcm-ecu-engine-computer\/s3-engine-computers.html\">Audi S3 module lineup<\/a> covers other engine configurations as well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"info-section\">\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>The Powertrain Control Module is vital to the performance of your 2017 Audi S3. Whether you repair the existing unit or install a Flagship One replacement, ensuring proper installation and programming will keep your car running smoothly. 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