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2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

2.5L I5FWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor478Torque3861Fluid6DTC718Battery0Maintenance0Recalls5
P0751moderate severityPowertrain

Shift Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off

on 2003 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L I5 · FWD

What this code means

Shift solenoid A is not activating when commanded.

Symptoms

  • Wrong gear engagement
  • No upshift or downshift

Common causes

  • Solenoid stuck off
  • Contamination
  • Valve body issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid
  2. Check fluid
  3. Inspect valve body

Repair notes

Replace solenoid.

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