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Judder, jerking or limp mode in your Audi? Find out which S tronic gearbox your car has (DQ200, DQ250, DQ381, DL501 or DL382), the typical Audi S tronic gearbox problems per type, what the fault codes mean and when a targeted repair beats an overhaul.

The DQ400e is the 6-speed hybrid DSG in the Golf GTE, Passat GTE and other VW Group plug-in hybrids. Learn how the K0 clutch works, which symptoms and fault codes (P0867, P2884) are common and when a targeted repair is enough.

The Fiat 500 gearbox actuator works the clutch and gears of the Dualogic. Learn the symptoms of a failing actuator, what else causes the same complaints, the common fault codes and when an overhaul beats replacement.

A loose gear stick usually means worn linkage bushes or stretched gear selector cables, not a broken gearbox. Learn how the gear linkage works, why a gear stick feels loose or stiff, which signs point inside the gearbox and when repair or replacement makes sense.

Driving an automatic in the mountains is easy if you use the right position: D uphill, a low gear or manual mode downhill, and the brake, never the throttle, on slopes. Tips per gearbox type, for towing a caravan and for gearbox trouble on holiday.

Most Skoda DSG problems depend on the gearbox type: judder on the dry DQ200 in smaller models, fluid and mechatronic faults on the wet DQ250 and DQ381. See which DSG your Skoda has, the symptoms to take seriously and what can be repaired.

Most VW Tiguan problems start in the DSG automatic: judder, limp mode and fault codes P1735 and P1736. Find out which DSG your Tiguan has, which symptoms to take seriously and what can be repaired.

Most Mitsubishi ASX problems start in the CVT automatic gearbox. Find out which ASX has which gearbox, how to recognise CVT trouble, what causes it and how to protect your gearbox.

How often does your DSG need a service? Intervals per gearbox type (dry DQ200, wet DQ250, DQ381, DQ500), what a proper DSG service includes, lifespan and why a DIY oil change is risky.