My vw passat 1.8T 2001 model started giving a loud rev but not moving as it should. After a while I started perceiving a strong odour in the car like oil was burning . Then I stopped the car and opened the hood to check what was wrong. I noticed oil had spilled all over the engine and smelt like burning ATF. I also got fault code p0741. Please help. Thanks

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I got same problem now. Did you find a Solution or figure out why transmission will not engage after being towed. Same engine works great just won't shift in to gear and go.

Thanks john

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i had the same problem with my 98 passat but its a 1.8t motor. i had to reflash my throttle body cuz the battery died. stupid design i guess.

SOURCE: 2003 VW Passat "Oil Press, Turn Off Engine" and "STOP" Light

I would check the oil pressure sensor and the oil pump itself. You can take the sensor out and use a mechanical gauge to check the oil pressure. If the oil pressure is within specs, you need a new sensor, if not, you need a new pump.

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The oil in the spark plug may cause the car to run sluggish. The oil may prevent the spark plug from firing correctly or cause you to burn oil. You may want to replace the oil seals around the spark plug holes by removing the valve cover and you should be able to change the oil seals underneath the cover. While at it check the engine for loose wire connections and loose vacuum hoses.

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use a long flat tip screw driver and a small hammer. have someone pull up on the hood after you pop it from the inside, then while they are holding the hood up use the screw driver and shove the hook that is above the latch bar. when you hit it you will be hitting it to the right