Engine shuts off when transmission is shifted into gear

Tiny
ANGIE 29
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  • 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
  • 2.5L
  • 5 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 163,000 MILES
My car is in limp mode. I can start it put it in gear it shuts off and it will not go at all. What could it be?
Friday, July 10th, 2020 AT 5:19 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

Does it stall in reverse as well? This is not limp mode. Limp mode allows the engine to run and the vehicle to move but limited power.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Is the check engine light on? If it is, do you have the code?

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

Also, it could be the throttle body that has carbon build upon the plate. I would clean the plate and see if it makes a difference.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Roy

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Friday, July 10th, 2020 AT 6:20 AM

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