Diagnosing this code requires a methodical approach because the cause could be a $50 part or a $3,000 transmission rebuild. Here are the most common culprits, ranked from most likely to least likely.
There is a break in the wire (open) or it is receiving incorrect voltage (short to plus). vw error-00898
With the connector unplugged and engine running, A/C set to LO: Diagnosing this code requires a methodical approach because