What to do with 01m transmission failure?

[Jimmyl]

my golf auto 1.6L mk4 is now having 170K on the clock. Recently after several long time drivings of 6-8hours, it was LIMPed and got an AT code 01192 when engine hot. It had been serviced by previous owner about 30K ago.

I have heard of stories of ridiculous cost in fixing transmission issues but still want to listen to your advice or suggestions whether it is worth repairing.


many thanks.


jimmy

[aprr32]

Get a good used one with warranty,plenty of cars being parted these days.

[Jimmyl]

aprr32,

Thanks for reply! car is in Brisbane now. unsure the whole cost of used parts and labor. afraid it could be a lemon.

[Jimmyl]

talked to Scott at transmission centre at Cunn st Underwood, who offering a free test and suggestion. will go there now

J

[Jimmyl]

transmission specialist Scott just drove the car and said it is not transmission but possibly engine problem, related to a knocking engine noise. He suggested to try RON 98 petrol, see if it improves.

[Jimmyl]

the initial trial on RON 98 petrol( from 7/11 station) has fixed the problems, both knocking noise of the engine, and transmission lockup.

wonderful!

I thought it would go to a wrecker.

[dylan8]

Awesome you sorted it.
I found my 2l performed better and went that much further on a tank of 98

[Jimmyl]

Further drives confirmed transmission failures associated with petrol. Now RON 95 is way to go and get the best result.