Thread: Problem with my Octavia

Hello,

Here's hoping someone has experienced similar problems. First, the details:

Octavia II
2.0 TDI elegance
DSG 6-speed
Bought in October '08

Miles: 3000 (5,500km)

The problem: when I tried to start it up, the engine came on but the gear indicator at the bottom of the display simply flashed. I couldn't put the car into drive and after killing the engine I wasn't able to pull the key out of the ignition. All electrical components functioned properly (radio, windows, etc.). After a few restarts the gearbox unblocked itself and the flashing went away but now the engine light is on.

Any ideas? Seems like a computer problem, I'm going to the dealer tomorrow but curious as to what anyone here might have to say.

Replies via e-mail appreciated: mattlafontaine AT hotmail DOT com

Thanks in advance.

I had a simillar problem with my much older 1.9tdi - it was a fault with the brake light switch.

I suggest you get it to someone with a diagnostic computer.

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