2004 Volkswagen GTI engine revs when in gear

2004 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
67,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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04VWGTI
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when i first start the car and take off when i give it gas the engine revs with car in drive. after a few seconds it takes ahold and takes off and doesn't do that again until engine is cold.
Aug 23, 2009 at 12:59 PM
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Unfortunately it is a common problem on automatic VWs.
Sometimes it is caused by low or dirty transmission fluid. Take it to a shop that knows VWs and has the proper equipment to check and/or change the fluid.
Aug 24, 2009 at 10:28 PM