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DSG transmission problems?
What are known problems with 7 speed DSG gearboxes with hesitation on turning, starting off at low speed and going uphill after slow approach from main road?
I have new (May) car and have suffered all three with 3 passengers in car.
I have new (May) car and have suffered all three with 3 passengers in car.
Asked on 25 May 2013 by jimbok
Answered by
Honest John
These are the known problems. The VAG 'failsafe' system means it can be very difficult to get enough revs to engage the transmission when pulling uphill out of a parking space. But there was also a fault with the 1.2TSI 105 in Skodas and there is a dealer fix for this.
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