limp mode?

bugbomber · #1 (**permalink**) 05-28-2009, 10:29 PM

Hi all. New to this forum, and new beetles as well.

I just bought a 1999 beetle. 2.0/auto.
The car is apparently in third gear. No down shifting or up shifting.
I checked the fluid level by taking the 5mm allenhead plug out of the bottom of the trans, and some fluid came out. I was wondering what other possible causes might be, and was hoping for an easy fix. There are no dealerships close, so no way to scan for codes.
Will it hurt to drive it this way for about 50 miles to get it to a dealer?

Any help is appreciated.
Thanks, Dan

Lnzbug · #2 (**permalink**) 05-29-2009, 04:18 AM

Is there an AutoZone near you? Go there & have them scan your car then come back with the codes. you're probably in limp mode, not much pick up after 3000 rpms. Safe to drive, just not much fun. Do you have a CEL (check engine light)?

bugbomber · #3 (**permalink**) 05-29-2009, 11:44 AM

no check engine light. Will go to autozone today and get it scanned. Thanks

Fowvay · #4 (**permalink**) 05-29-2009, 11:47 AM

Limp mode is a 1.8T safe guard which keeps the boost from hurting an ailing engine. Being stuck in gear is a transmission problem and sounds to me like the end of the line. I fear the worst in your case.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Limp Mode... Need your thoughts	taterbug	2.0 Liter Gas	14	12-18-2010 05:29 AM
Boosting into limp mode.	yelojkt	1.8 Liter Turbo	6	08-22-2007 03:02 AM
Limp Mode	vwvari	2.0 Liter Gas	6	05-18-2007 01:20 PM
limp mode help!!!!!!	GENETIX RACING	1.8 Liter Turbo	7	01-28-2007 12:41 PM
Limp Mode?	FallinApartBoy	1.8 Liter Turbo	9	12-21-2006 08:43 PM

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
NewBeetle.org Advertisement

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)