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Automatic gearbox
SKODA Octavia IV Saloon (NX3)
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@user_2650866 Jun 21, 2024MemberHi,I have an 2021 Octavia 1.5 e-Tec with an automatic gearbox. On a recent run (100 miles) a warning sign lit up on the dashboard. This was a gear shaped amber light with an exclamation mark inside. At the same time a warning triangle flashed up.
I checked the gear shaped sign and found that it was something to do with an overheating gearbox. Later on the journey the sign disappeared. The next day it reappeared, only to disappear after an hour or so.
If any one can help, I have two questions.
1. Is the car safe to drive?
2. I’m told by the local Skoda dealer that they are “full up” with appointments until July. Is there an alternative specialist firm that I might contact – as an alternative to Skoda – who will be able to fix the problem?
Thanks in advance.
Tico
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@Thicaterfe Jun 21, 2024MemberHi. Without proper diagnostics, it is hard to identify the problem with the automatic transmission. Maybe the oil level in the box is low. Maybe aggressive driving style or a combination of factors. You should start by checking the level and condition of the oil in the box. As the error about overheating goes away and appears after.Reply - @user_2650866 @Thicaterfe Jun 21, 2024MemberThank you for the information. Please could you tell me how I can check the oil level in the box (box?). The general oil level in the car is satisfactory as its just been serviced. But thank you.Reply
- @Thicaterfe @user_2650866 Jun 24, 2024MemberHi. Checking the oil level in the box is done on a warmed up box. If you pour the full level on a cold box, when warmed up, the oil will begin to expand and flow out of the vents. It is better to have it checked by a specialist.Reply
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- SUZUKI Vitara Off-Road (ET, TA, TD) 1.6 i 16V Allrad (ET, TA02, SE416)@user_2651034 Jun 23, 2024MemberAs long as the light is amber, you should be fine to proceed with caution. I would book in with your local dealership. Depending on the mileage, it may be due an DSG oil change. The oil change is a bit of a faff, as the oil has to be a certain temp for the test plan. Are you still in warranty? If not it may be worth asking about goodwill too.Reply
- @user_2650866 @user_2651034 Jun 29, 2024MemberThank you all for your advice. The car is now booked in to a Skoda dealer, for next week, for a diagnostic test. I will post the outcome on here. Thank you.Reply
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