Audi
DSG7 (0AM) clutch 1 free play too small. Linked to judder when pulling away or at steady speed and poor gear changes.
P189A fault code: what it means
P189A: DSG7 (0AM) clutch 1 free play too small. Linked to judder when pulling away or at steady speed and poor gear changes.
Usual causes, most likely first
- worn dual-clutch assembly (clutch replacement)
- clutch basic settings / adaptation needed after repair
P189A by make
Skoda
DSG7 (0AM) clutch 1 free play too small. Linked to judder when pulling away or at steady speed and poor gear changes.
Volkswagen
DSG7 (0AM) clutch 1 free play too small. Linked to judder when pulling away or at steady speed and poor gear changes.
What the repair usually costs
- DSG / dual-clutch mechatronic unit replacement (new or reman)NZ$4,300–NZ$7,160 · A$3,750–A$6,390
- DSG mechatronic repair / rebuild (unit sent to specialist)NZ$2,070–NZ$4,800 · A$1,890–A$4,250
- DSG dry dual-clutch pack replacement (DQ200 7-speed)NZ$1,620–NZ$2,970 · A$1,600–A$2,880
- DSG wet dual-clutch pack replacement (DQ250 / DQ381 6/7-speed)NZ$2,700–NZ$4,840 · A$2,570–A$4,550
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Before you clear it
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