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Seat Alhambra automatic transmission problem

My 2013 Seat Alhambra diesel is playing up big time. The engine won't start sometimes, the check engine light is on, and the gearbox is shifting poorly. It's showing an error stored about the parking position. Could this be related to the park brake or the gear shifter? Has anyone experienced similar automatic transmission issues? It even struggles to engage neutral position sometimes.

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Sounds like a dodgy control unit alright. Had similar transmission issues with my old Renault Scenic – kept slipping gears and throwing up errors. Does it happen more when the engine is cold?

Control unit, huh? Where is that located, and is it a major job to replace? Also, it doesn't seem to matter if the engine is warm or cold; it's equally as bad.

The control unit governs the automatic transmission; its positioned around the gearbox. It was a pain getting to it on the Scenic. If it's truly faulty, you probably need a new one coded to the car. It's best to get it checked by a workshop. They'll be able to confirm for sure and give you a quote.

Took it to the workshop, and you were spot on. It was the control unit. The quote is around 1000€ for the repair. Thanks for the heads up; at least I knew what to expect.

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