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donald carlson Posted on Jan 22, 2013
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Why won't my 2000 vw jetta 4sp automatic trans. shift into 4th gear ?

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Change fluid start there

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  • Posted on Oct 16, 2012

SOURCE: VW Jetta 2004 wont shift gears after running fine for some time

The following are the general instructions on the start of diagnosing any electronically controlled engine or transmission problem.

The engine and the automatic transmission (transmission control is only for automatics, engine is still computer controlled no matter the transmission type) in this vehicle are computer controlled and in most cases when a fault occurs a fault code is stored in the memory of the computer control module. There are exception to this, such as the Mass Airflow Meter and fuel pressure problems. What must be done is to have all the basic testing done such as a scan of the system for fault codes as well as a check with a live data scanner tool for engine functions that are not within range of normal, a trained technician is required to know what is correct and what isn't, then based on careful diagnostics done from a factory repair manual the correct part is replaced or the wiring repaired or the computer replaced (known as the PCM), which is very rarely the problem. Other basic checks must be done as well such as mechanical problems with the engine as well as engine state of tune and mileage on the engine. The transmission can have mechanical issues as well such as no gear engagement at all or a failed pump or other pressure related problems. Also engine mechanical problems ca cause many drive-ability related problem such as rough idle and other symptoms


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Romy Kettlewell

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  • Posted on Aug 03, 2009

SOURCE: 2004 mazda3 wont shift into 4th gear

Sounds like it needs a transmission. Try JDMengines.com

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 23, 2009

SOURCE: 1996 Saturn auto trans will not shift into 4th

Check your transmission fluid. If it is bright almost pinkish-red then it is not the transmission. If it is dark red or brown then you need to either get a flush done or replace your transmission depending on the severity.

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  • Posted on Mar 27, 2011

SOURCE: 2000 vw jetta 1.8 automatic shifts hard between 3rd and 4th gear

2000 VW Jetta, Autmatic, 2 L: Front end vibrates between 25-30 MPH when accelerating under torque, feel like it may becoming trom the transmission. Have replaced, balanced and aligned the front two tires.

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I need a diagram of the locations of the shifting solenoids on a 2006 VW Jetta please

double posted same car same problem but this time a new Key clue.
what do you mean out of 4th gear.
learn the tell a drivers evidence hear,
PRNDL123,can';t move the LEVER here
or the auto trans (none told or engine or country told)
the A/t fails to up shift 3 to 4, in Drive,?
or trans is stuck in 4th drive. no matter what I do, even in Reverse I get 4th gear forward?

1: check all fuses first./
2: scan the PCM and report all DTC errors and skip none set.


shifting out of 4th gear

what does that mean, I am clueless. 4>3 down shifts fail?
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I have a 2001 VW Jetta 2.0 5spd manual.Stuck in in 4th gear . But i can shift it to 1,2,3,5 ,not in Reverse

Look at the detents in the shift rails for worn parts. Sounds like a shift fork is either bent or broken.
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Vw jetta won t start and its stuck in third gear

Check with VW there is a recall on the transmission shift body. The pressure control valve is sticking. Assuming you have a automatic trans. the starting problem can and maybe do to a sticking valve also.
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Transmission not shifting into 4th gear

Dirty Shift Solenoids

Have to Google your trans unit or model
& see what the inside looks like, as far as
shift control items go

It may not be going into converter lock-up
either,that is some high rpm that will overheat it
also & ruin it for good
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Hi there,
that means 1,2,3 gears working so
What you can try is replace the 4th gear solenoid your car should have one solenoid per each gear so hope this helps...
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2000 vw jetta 1.8 automatic shifts hard between 3rd and 4th gear

Shop for a rebuilt transmission, or get an estimate from AAMCO for a rebuild job, but it won't be cheap. Get at least 3 estimates before you decide how to proceed. Good luck.
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