theresa_hofmann4
Clubman automatic transmission issues
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theresa_hofmann4 (Author)
Shift lock, eh? Never heard of it! Where exactly is that located, and how would I check it? And also, did yours throw a check engine light and cause the transmission to act wonky like mine is doing?
anna_silver8
Okay, so the shift lock is usually near the gear shifter itself. There might be a small cover you can pop off to manually release it. BUT... if you're getting a check engine light and the transmission is slipping, it does sound like a bigger problem than just the shift lock. In my case, the faulty park position was a symptom of the same darn defective control unit. Given all the symptoms you mentioned, I'd seriously consider getting it checked out by a workshop. It's probably that control unit they mentioned.
theresa_hofmann4 (Author)
You are a lifesaver! After a bit of digging and checking with a local garage, it looks like you nailed it. It's indeed the control unit. Cost me 1000€ to get it sorted, but at least my Clubman is back on the road. Thanks a bunch for your help!
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anna_silver8
Whoa, that sounds rough! I had something kinda similar happen with my Mini, although it wasn't exactly the same. My gear shifter was acting up, and the car wouldn't always recognize when I put it in park. Did you check the shift lock? It's a safety feature that prevents you from shifting out of park unless your foot is on the brake. Maybe yours is stuck or something?