P176EDSG clutch 2 opens unintentionally

• Volkswagen group code · Transmission
• Lights a warning lamp
• Can trigger limp mode

How the car detects it

The gearbox computer saw clutch 2 (it drives the even gears and reverse) opens when it had not commanded it. The gearbox may switch to an emergency mode with only some gears (for example only odd or only even gears) and show a warning. Check for software updates and bulletins before replacing the mechatronic unit or the clutch.

What you may notice

• Gearbox warning
• Jerks, shudder or missing gears

Likely causes

• PossibleMechatronic unit (valves, pressure, software)
• PossibleGearbox oil pressure supply (auxiliary pump on the DQ381)
• RareClutch pack

Sources

• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10250796-0001.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10241181-0001.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10242931-0001.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10241221-0001.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10251625-0001.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10144636-9999.pdf · official document

Backed by an official manufacturer document.

From Obdaryn's Volkswagen group pack, exactly as the app shows it, with the public sources above. Guidance only; confirm with a workshop.