fsb: Dear Siena,

I recently acquired a VW Jetta 2006 model that developed transmission issues. I will attempt to list these issues:

1 . All gears are selected in the instrument panel (I guess that means it is in limp mode. Why it is in limp mode is what I don't understand)

2. Other signs: vehicle occasionally jerks quite violently when the reverse gear especially is selected from 'P' position. The ride is also jerky also occasionally. Most times, the car will change gears seamlessly but with deceleration to a complete stop, accelerating is unusually prolonged. Seems the engine power for some reason isn't been transmitted to the wheels. There is also the occasional high engine revs (loss of gear).

This all began on a trip to Abuja. I had the car taken to mandilas where the car was scanned and a change of gear oil and gear oil filter was recommended but the solution seemed too simple for the complicated problem. The error was cleared (and while driving, only 'D' was selected but about 30 minutes later, all gears were selected while in traffic and problem has persisted.

Currently in Lagos and had the car taken to VW dealership and they recommended changing the transmission and the cost of a new gearbox is about the cost of a new Kia Rio. So there lies my dilemma.

Recently however, there is a rattling noise, not very loud that is audible when the gear is changed to 'D'. That occurred the morning the car was being driven to the dealership.

In any case, what do you advise?

1. Get a mechanic to fix the gear box?
2. Buy a tokunbo gear box

Would love to hear from you. Would also appreciate the contact of a transmission specialist in Lagos from members of the house.

ZIM DRILL:

take it to people who do proper diagnostics, why did they clear the code and not tell you the code number ? the code has all answers to your problem

fsb:

Can you please give me the address of any place in Lagos where I can get the transmission diagnosed and get an exact code? In the meantime, some transmission mechanic says getting replacement parts for that model is a little difficult and buying a fairly used gearbox is easier....

elviszzz: Have the transmission scanned and post error codes here,it will go a long way to fixing your car and personally I don't think your gearbox is bad.

Coco diva: @FSB, sorry about. Your dilemma. I had same issues with my '05 jetta and I have been able to resolve it. The signs were just same as you described yours,I changed transmission oil and the issue resolved for a while though longer than you said yours did.though it took a while before I felt the difference but afterwards I enjoyed it for some weeks before it went back to the jerking.
Long story short,I was faced with same options as you,but in my case , N97 code came up along with some other codes.which is the valve body stuff.I'm surprised yours is not having that.don't clear any codes when you scan,that will give you a clearer picture. Well ,my mechanic advised that I shouldn't buy a used valve body and that I could buy a used gear box.but on bringing the issue to NL,@ siena advised that I shouldn't consider a used gear box but rather change the valve body which I ended up doing and he was able to help procure and ship to me.my car drives smoothly now and I'm finally over the problem.you should post your query on his thread VW/AuDi resolution thread to get his attention. All the best

asmabel:
Please i need help!!!! Especially at Siena. I am so desperate. I have a VW Jetta 2006 TDI (diesel). Since i got it, its been one issue after another. Now the gear is refusing to shift. The [P R N D S] on the dashboard keeps flashing and it wont shift. If i turn off the car and put it back on, it drives ok. I noticed its A DSG as well. Please does anyone know a mechanic that deals with VW. Going to VW would cost me an arm and leg. Do not have that kind of money. Advice please. Has anyone experienced such issues.

Thank You

fsb:
Dear Siena,

I recently acquired a VW Jetta 2006 model that developed transmission issues. I will attempt to list these issues:

1 . All gears are selected in the instrument panel (I guess that means it is in limp mode. Why it is in limp mode is what I don't understand)

2. Other signs: vehicle occasionally jerks quite violently when the reverse gear especially is selected from 'P' position. The ride is also jerky also occasionally. Most times, the car will change gears seamlessly but with deceleration to a complete stop, accelerating is unusually prolonged. Seems the engine power for some reason isn't been transmitted to the wheels. There is also the occasional high engine revs (loss of gear).

This all began on a trip to Abuja. I had the car taken to mandilas where the car was scanned and a change of gear oil and gear oil filter was recommended but the solution seemed too simple for the complicated problem. The error was cleared (and while driving, only 'D' was selected but about 30 minutes later, all gears were selected while in traffic and problem has persisted.

Currently in Lagos and had the car taken to VW dealership and they recommended changing the transmission and the cost of a new gearbox is about the cost of a new Kia Rio. So there lies my dilemma.

Recently however, there is a rattling noise, not very loud that is audible when the gear is changed to 'D'. That occurred the morning the car was being driven to the dealership.

In any case, what do you advise?

1. Get a mechanic to fix the gear box?
2. Buy a tokunbo gear box

Would love to hear from you. Would also appreciate the contact of a transmission specialist in Lagos from members of the house.

Siena:
I've only just spotted this thread, so most likely I'm too late to be of help.

gmyguy:

Not too late for me...I made a very silly mistake, am ashamed of myself.

Siena:


Give me a call:

+44 (0) 7981 200 432. Or feel free to let me have yours, and I'll be in touch.

gmyguy:

Not too late for me...I made a very silly mistake, am ashamed of myself.

Eyop:


Lol...you shouldn't be ashamed of yourself. It's a problem and there will be a solution so relax.

fsb:
Dear Siena,

I recently acquired a VW Jetta 2006 model that developed transmission issues. I will attempt to list these issues:

1 . All gears are selected in the instrument panel (I guess that means it is in limp mode. Why it is in limp mode is what I don't understand)

2. Other signs: vehicle occasionally jerks quite violently when the reverse gear especially is selected from 'P' position. The ride is also jerky also occasionally. Most times, the car will change gears seamlessly but with deceleration to a complete stop, accelerating is unusually prolonged. Seems the engine power for some reason isn't been transmitted to the wheels. There is also the occasional high engine revs (loss of gear).

This all began on a trip to Abuja. I had the car taken to mandilas where the car was scanned and a change of gear oil and gear oil filter was recommended but the solution seemed too simple for the complicated problem. The error was cleared (and while driving, only 'D' was selected but about 30 minutes later, all gears were selected while in traffic and problem has persisted.

Currently in Lagos and had the car taken to VW dealership and they recommended changing the transmission and the cost of a new gearbox is about the cost of a new Kia Rio. So there lies my dilemma.

Recently however, there is a rattling noise, not very loud that is audible when the gear is changed to 'D'. That occurred the morning the car was being driven to the dealership.

In any case, what do you advise?

1. Get a mechanic to fix the gear box?
2. Buy a tokunbo gear box

Would love to hear from you. Would also appreciate the contact of a transmission specialist in Lagos from members of the house.

gmyguy:
money is so hard to come by these days

Eyop:


Agreed but that same ride you sold can as well put you in a more serious mess. Once you resolve this issue,you definitely will enjoy the ride.

Siena:


Give me a call:

+44 (0) 7981 200 432. Or feel free to let me have yours, and I'll be in touch.

gmyguy:
its actually a very nice car, bought from my mechanic whom i've known ar=ty Itire for ova 3yrs...He fixes 3 other jettas i know, including my moms, but spent my exam money to top up what i sold accord for and now this....the rumored cost of a new transmission is already giving me erectile dysfunction...i just have 2 man up

Eyop:


There's also cure for the erectile dysfunction so no problem . Joke apart, i understand how you feel but just have a positive mindset that it won't be a major problem. Try and reach Siena just as he has requested and hope for the very best.

Not too late for me...I made a very silly mistake, am ashamed of myself.