1998 vw jetta 2.0 automatic transmission does not works properly until it gets worm?

Hi,

This is a common problem. The first thing that I would do is buy and pour a bottle of ****** Honey into the transmission. I know that it's available at AutoZone and perhaps other auto parts stores.

If that doesn't solve the problem, is to have your dealer consider the following solutions in order:

1. Replacing valve body
2. Replace transmission control module
3. Replace transmission

This is the best advice that I can offer without performing a full diagnostic scan.

Most 1995-on VW models don't have a transmission fluid dipstick for checking the transmission fluid level. To fill and check the level of the VW automatic transmission fluid you have to remove a plug on the side or bottom (location depends on model and if you have an automatic vs. manual transmission) of the transmission drain pan. The factory manual refers the expensive VAG 1924 special tool for pumping the VW automatic transmission fluid into the oil pan.

IF FLUID LEVEL OKAY.AND TRANSMISSION FLUID + FILTER BEEN CHANGED.YOUR SHIFT LINKAGE NEED ADJUSTING OR YOU HAVE STICKING SHIFT VALVES IN THE VALVE BODY.

VW's are notorious for not having a dipstick in the transmissions. The units are sealed, and can only be check by the VW dealers.

Sorry, my 1998 VW Beetle had the same problem.

That specific transmission is known for failure. Sometimes it's premature failure (in your case) and sometimes they have 150k miles, but that specific automatic transmission will always fail.
There are plenty of stories online about premature failure of the 01M VW transmission...

A Jetta or Golf VR6 5 speed transmission.

Have you checked your transmission fluid?

VW Automatic transmissions must be filled within a specific level or they will not shift. Also, must have VW special transmission fluid or ATF +4 FULL SYNTHETIC!!! Required to create proper internal pressure...

Shop for a rebuilt transmission, or get an estimate from AAMCO for a rebuild job, but it won't be cheap. Get at least 3 estimates before you decide how to proceed. Good luck.