Gearbox

2003 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
1,234,567 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MPHUMZENI
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My car it is not changing gears. If I put it on D it just drive with one gear not changing automatically.
Oct 29, 2018 at 1:36 AM
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Hello,

It sounds like the input shaft speed sensor has gone out but we should run the codes to see what comes up. Here is a guide to help us get started:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken



Oct 30, 2018 at 1:17 PM
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MPHUMZENI
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Thank you Ken.
I will try to change it and I will let you know what a result.
Oct 31, 2018 at 12:26 AM
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Please do.
Oct 31, 2018 at 11:27 AM
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