Name: Ahmed | E-mail: ahmedas617@yahoo.com | IP: 193.133.99.236
I have a 2002 V6 30V Passat. It developed gear transmission problem.
Initially, the gear shifting was not smooth. Changing to second gear was abrupt and same when shifting to other gears. When vehicle is stopped and restarted, the shifting will be smooth, but as soon as car speed reaces about 40mph the same thing will come back.
However,it has worsen that when car is started it comes with a squeeky noise and when shifted into drive gear does not engage into drive gears, but will engage into reverse gear.
Ahmed: I would first check the transmission fluid level. If it gets low your trans will slip or not work at all. Start with that and if it is full it sounds like you have some problems inside your trans. The newer cars are using electrical cylinoids to shift the transmissions now and it sounds like you have one malfunctioning. I would suggest taking it to a trans shop (make sure you go to one where the mechanics are ASE certified) and have them scan your car for any transmission codes that have been set. Your car has a computer that keeps up with any problems that are going on including the trans. Any good shop will have a scan tool to check it for you. There is usually a small diagnostic fee but it would be better to check it first before letting someone sell you a new trans.