How to Diagnose & Fix Volkswagen Transmission Overheating

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How To Diagnose & Fix Volkswagen Transmission Overheating


In simple terms, the transmission regulates the unstable engine power.


It assists the driver in harnessing the engine power in a more controlled manner.


An overheated transmission can bring your Volkswagen to a standstill.


Let’s discuss some of the most usual reasons behind transmission overheating.


Volkswagen transmission overheating: Causes


Following reasons are primarily responsible for transmission overheating in your Volkswagen; Low transmission fluid Transmission

fluid degradation Faulty cooling system

Towing heavy

load Defective transmission sensors Hot weather

Rough driving


Volkswagen transmission overheating: Symptoms


Transmission slipping


Overheating can make the transmission slip out of gear more often.


Having the transmission fluid replaced might fix this problem.


Burning smell


An overheated transmission can make the lubricant boil.


As a result of which, you might smell a distinctive burning odor in your Volkswagen.


Check engine light comes on


It might be unusual, but an overheated transmission can turn on the check engine light.


So, if the check engine light of your Volkswagen is blinking, then check its transmission.


Grinding noise


It’s an obvious symptom of an overheated transmission.


If your Volkswagen transmission is making a whining or grinding sound, then it might be running hot.


Having an overheated transmission can put your Volkswagen in jeopardy.


So, keep the transmission temperature stable by all mean necessary.


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