Why does my VW Jetta keep shifting gears?
Started driving it solely and before you know it it started feeling like it was jumping around the gears like from 1st to 3rd and from 2nd to 4th. But in the end I found it was really the RPM’s jumping all over the place but caused by the transmission.
Why does my car not shift into third gear?
Such a problem is automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear. The transmission shifts into the first and then to second gear but does not move into the third gear. It seems that the gear slips into neutral when you push it to the third. Another instance could be the automatic transmission won’t shift into 3rd gear at all.
What kind of transmission does a Volkswagen Jetta have?
We bought a 2006 tdi. loved the gas mileage so much we bought a 2001 and 2003 automatic transmission. As I enjoyed the gas mileage so much I was reading about hyper-mile-ing and how to increase gas mileage. So it began. Turns out hyper-mile-ing in a automatic is not so good. At least in these cars. Should be done in a standard transmission.
How often do you change the fliud on a VW Jetta?
A few months of diagnosing and reading it turns out these MK4 transmissions have cheap little valve bodies. Oh and also you do need to change the fliud at least every 75,000 miles VW just says it is considered a sealed unit (other words they want you coming in for a rebuild).
Are there any transmission issues in the Volkswagen Jetta?
The Volkswagen transmission has been documented by consumers to have a few issues that prevent the car from being a joy to ride. The Volkswagen models that have been affected by these transmission problems and have been recalled by the manufacturer are the Jetta, Jetta Sportswagen, GTI and Eos.
Why does my transmission shift hard from 1st to 2nd gear?
The fluid gets dirty over time and when it does, it causes plenty of troubles. Hard shifting is one of them. If the color is dark brown or burnt, changing it is likely to solve this issue. Dirty transmission fluid. (Photo Source: procarreviews)
Why do I have problems with my Volkswagen transmission?
The problems are mainly due to a fault in the Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) system. Volkswagen has also had problems with its high-end paddle gearbox, the Tiptronic transmission system. 1. The Tiptronic Transmission The Volkswagen’s Tiptronic transmission is very modern and uses cutting edge technology. However, it has a few inherent weak points.
Can a VW Jetta have an automatic transmission?
Turns out hyper-mile-ing in a automatic is not so good. At least in these cars. Should be done in a standard transmission. So in the 2003 one day and out of the blue it shutters as I am slowing to a stop light. Then I accelerate and made it to 4th gear (I think).
Are there any problems with the VW Jetta?
So in the 2003 one day and out of the blue it shutters as I am slowing to a stop light. Then I accelerate and made it to 4th gear (I think). Riding behind a school bus and stopping and going so my next stop and I accelerate to only 3rd gear. Next stop only 2nd gear and next stop could not get past 1st gear. No forwarning – no warning at all.
When to change Trans fluid in VW Jetta?
So wrap up, change the trans fluid Q 75,000 miles. You can use ATF fully synthetic transmission fluid (1/2 the price of VW fluid). Always change the transmision filter with every fluid change. Replace the valve body and be careful in removing the harness connected to the valve body.
How to find the transmission code on a VW?
Use the VW Transmission charts below to help you find your Transmission Code. You will need click on the 020, 02A, 02J, 02M, 02T to go directly to the parts department for that style Transmission.
How does the transmission work on a Volkswagen Jetta?
The transmission in a Volkswagen Jetta contains a large number of electronic components. These components are controlled by a stand-alone computer called the transmission control unit, or TCU. When the TCU senses a problem with the transmission, it stores a diagnostic trouble code, or DTC, in its memory.
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What causes a sudden shift from Gear 4 to gear 1?
2. Solenoid N89 Failure In certain cases, an important solenoid, N89, has failed. This causes a sudden shift from gear 4 to gear 1, when the gear gets stuck at the shift from gear 3 to gear 4. This causes a sudden deceleration, similar to when the brakes are suddenly engaged. 3. Faulty Temperature Sensor
Is there a problem with my 2008 VW Jetta?
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Is the Jetta SEL 2.5 a used car?
I recently purchased a used 2008 Volkswagen Jetta SEL 2.5, it had pretty low miles for its age and was in pristine condition. I haven’t even had the car long enough to have a real license plate on it, and the car suddenly started shifting rough and erratically. Volkswagen technicians diagnosed it with needing a Valve Body replacement.
Are there transmission problems with the VW Jetta?
This is a common problem with the VW auto transmission. For the longest time, the dealer kept on saying that they could not replicate the problem. I was able to replicate the problem when I requested the service manager to ride with me, but all he said was for me to monitor it and wait for it to get worse.
Can a 2000 Jetta GL shift from Park to reverse?
My 2000 Jetta GL has a problem whereby, sometimes it will not shift from park. The vehicle has approx 125k kms. It doesn’t happen all the time, but is happening more frequent, and can happen if parked on a slight grade or level surface. I can rock the car back and fort and them I am able to shift from park to reverse, neutral, drive, etc.