Transmission

2004 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
200,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ROSIE-GIRL
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I have had everything in transmission changed and it still will not go any higher than third gear.
Apr 20, 2017 at 8:39 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

This sounds like it could be a problem with the exhaust system being plugged. If the engine cannot produce power and create vacuum the transmission will not shift. Here is a guide that will help you figure the problem out.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken

Apr 22, 2017 at 10:51 AM
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