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downsideup

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kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« on: June 17, 2014, 10:08:44 am »
I have a slight problem that my car kangaroos a bit while in traffic in 2nd gear. The gearbox seems to go from 1st to 2nd gear too quickly then struggles at slow speed.

I only notice this in slow traffic, all other times all the gears are fine.

I am hoping this is not a Mechatronic problem!
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2014, 02:27:14 pm »
What year is the car? Could be worth doing a dsg reset.
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2014, 03:42:29 pm »
It is a 2007 edition 30/

I am going to drive it around in manual for a bit as I have heard that it can learn your driving habits.

I think it is only happening because it goes into 2nd too early.
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2014, 04:35:14 pm »
Well I know some of the 2007 models did have mechatronic issues.
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #4 on: June 17, 2014, 05:42:10 pm »
Sounds just like mine - I had to get the Mechatronic unit replaced!
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2014, 03:47:10 pm »
I heard this can be expensive but sometimes VM will reduce the cost.

Will they?
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Re: kangaroo-ing in 2nd gear when in automatic
« Reply #6 on: June 18, 2014, 05:04:34 pm »
Try a DSG Reset first and see if that cures it. Just need to find someone local to you with VDCS/Vag Com or take it to a VW dealer and get them to do it.
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