2012 Polo GTI Engine Shudder between 1st and 2nd from takeoff

**llai8501** · 31-07-2014, 09:54 AM

Hey guys,

I've done some searching on this matter, seems some people have it and some dont, was there ever a resolution on this?

Anyone experience this lately?

I'm concerned as its getting progressively worse, but now that i've decided to get it looked at after my 2nd year service, European Autotech recommended i get it checked out at the dealership but im concerned that they'll reject the repairs (if any).

Any comments on this?

**Hail22** · 31-07-2014, 10:03 AM

Engine shudder could be a few things from a Lower rear engine mount to the worst case scenario gears 1 and 2 have damage. I'd safely assume it's your clutch pack / mechatronics.

My advice is, if its chronic and causing great concern I'd take the gamble and flash / remove your tune, then take it to VW to fault it

**llai8501** · 31-07-2014, 10:14 AM

Can I just take it in as is as the issues existed prior to the damage?

**llai8501** · 31-07-2014, 10:14 AM

Thanks for your swift reply btw!!!

**llai8501** · 31-07-2014, 10:38 AM

Anyone else care to comment?

**jayc29u** · 31-07-2014, 11:56 AM

Exactly what hail suggested. Unflash, check to see if you can replicate it (with ease) when your car is unflashed and get take it to the dealers!

My car was shuddering and slipping, took it in and they replaced my clutches.

From what you've described it sounds like the good ole' clutch packs that aren't doing so well...

**vdubmotorworx** · 31-07-2014, 12:45 PM

Clutch pack replacement.....flash back to stock first and demo the fault at dealer. Usually happens more when engine is hot....more people in car....turning right under low rpm still in 2nd gear about 10kph......VDUB...

**llai8501** · 31-07-2014, 12:48 PM

Originally Posted by vdubmotorworx

Clutch pack replacement.....flash back to stock first and demo the fault at dealer. Usually happens more when engine is hot....more people in car....turning right under low rpm still in 2nd gear about 10kph......VDUB...

How much will it cost to get clutch packs replaced and even after its fixed, is it something that will always continue to need replacement?

Sorry about the dumb questions guys.

**readerr0r** · 31-07-2014, 01:19 PM

Originally Posted by llai8501

If warranty is voided due to my tune, how much will it cost to get clutch packs replaced and even after its fixed, is it something that will always continue to need replacement?

Sorry about the dumb questions guys.

Just don't even breathe its existence to anyone at the dealer and you'll be fine I imagine.