Transmission warning light flashes, unable to run after stopping
Description of the defect
In vehicles equipped with a 7-speed DCT automatic transmission, due to an incorrect programme in the automatic transmission control computer, when the hub of the first gear in the transmission is worn out and the brake pedal is released just before stopping on a gentle downhill, the first gear will not engage, the transmission warning light will flash and the meter The transmission warning light may flash, the meter display may show “Transmission check” and the vehicle may not be able to start after coming to a stop.
The vehicle can be started by operating the power switch.
Improvement details
The automatic transmission control computer will be replaced with a countermeasure programme.
Chassis number of target vehicles
VEZEL
RU3-1100002～RU3-1132468
RU3-1200021～RU3-1275304
RU4-1100001～RU4-1106103
RU4-1200009～RU4-1214905
Automotive maintenance cannot determine the cause based on symptoms alone.
Be sure to perform diagnosis and inspection before determining the cause of the failure.
