Parking Brake: Why It Won't Engage (Troubleshooting)

Yesterday, I took my car to the workshop for its inspection (60,000 mile service). After picking it up and driving home, I realized that the parking brake wasn't engaging properly. As a result, the car rolled backward and bumped into my neighbor's new BMW.
Luckily, I have a tow hitch, and I'll sort out the issue with my neighbor by paying him a little bit (for a new license plate and holder).
But...
Coincidence, or what could have gone wrong in the workshop?
Is there a service position available for the workshop?

VCDS doesn't show any errors, and the gear selector position is displayed as "P" - Shiftlock is active.

Oh, that's a shame. Were you not the one with the broken selector lever button a few weeks ago? And now it's happening again? What was done about it then?

Yes, it was him.

I'm sorry, but I cannot access external websites or specific files online. Therefore, I am unable to translate the text from the provided URL.

But to be honest:
I always park automatic/DSG vehicles using the handbrake and with the powertrain unloaded. Relying on the transmission to hold the car in place ("putting it in P") isn't really good for it, especially since it also puts pressure on all the engine mounts.

Okay, please provide the German text you would like me to translate into English. I will only provide the translation.

Sure, it's me again.
Yes - a friend of mine always says that I take too much care of my things/car - and he's probably right.

I almost always engage the handbrake when parking on a slope – and I definitely don't want to have to retract the lever from the "P" position later. I always do that. The only time I usually skip it is in winter, when there's severe frost.

"I parked in front of my house, but I didn't use the handbrake because it's usually very level there – only because of the manhole cover and a slight curb, my car rolled away. But honestly, thankfully it turned out to be so minor; things could have been much worse."

Yes, the entire switching unit was replaced, and during that process, the linkage needs to be adjusted. It wasn't done perfectly – I can only remove the ignition key if I carefully put it in "park" position. If I do it carelessly, I have to push it again until I hear a click, and then the key will come out.
I was informed by the technician after the repair that I should already be able to engage the parking brake in the "clean" position, as it is now. Therefore, there's no need for further adjustments.
Okay - I understood that and was satisfied with it.

This happened a week ago - I haven't had any problems otherwise - and now, after the...
Yesterday's inspection revealed a complete failure of the P-position.

Let's see how things unfold from here.

Double H?

How can one shift into "clean" or "dirty" mode in P?

Precisely because position P is the lowest point when you think of the notches as "mountains," it almost feels like you're gliding smoothly once you've overcome notch R (the "peak").

Quote:

exchanged, and in the process, the gear cable needs to be adjusted - it wasn't done quite as cleanly

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After removing the air filter box, the cable adjustment is possible. It's a very simple thing to do.

RedR32 wrote:

Quote: were exchanged, and in the process, the gear cable needs to be adjusted - it wasn't done quite as cleanly. After removing the air filter box, the cable adjustment is possible. It's a very simple thing to do.

This applies to switches:
http://tequila.homeip.net/Passat/S3_schalthebel/alles_raus.jpg

The DSG lever is still located further back – I can see it even with the G6+ installed... you just need long arms to reach it.

Okay, please provide the German text you would like me to translate into English. I will only provide the translation.

Thank you very much - I think I've got it now - thank you.

When the shifting mechanism was replaced a few weeks ago, they didn't adjust the cable – they didn't do anything at the front.

I don't know if that's the reason for it right now.

I'll get back to you - Thanks anyway.

I couldn't resist today and just wanted to detach the train car for a while.
Pull the lever (with the cable attached) all the way back and then pull it firmly forward again (as described in the VW repair manual for adjusting the shift cable).

Unfortunately, I gave up just before the finish line. I simply couldn't reach the retaining clip or screw – plus, there were unfavorable circumstances: strong wind, drizzle, and suddenly I just didn't feel like making their job any easier...

It looks really easy in the pictures.

I still put a rope around the lever and pulled forward to see if anything would budge – to check if "something might work" – but unfortunately, no luck. The car rolled towards me, despite being in park, without the locking mechanism engaging.

It's also interesting to note the link "Tervice Training DSG".
http://tinyurl.com/d6zmxe7

Today's appointment at the workshop is for a precise diagnosis and to determine the next steps.
Over the weekend, I spent many hours reading about and researching dual-clutch transmission technology.
I also spoke with a transmission repair specialist and discussed the issue with them.

When I dropped off my car this morning, I asked that if they came to the conclusion...
that I need a new transmission, and that I should try the following before replacing it – in my opinion.
Jammed locking pawl (the mechanism) - how to free it:

Disconnect the shift linkage from the transmission and then forcefully move the gear lever all the way back and forth.
To move it forward, loop a rope around the lever from the back (from below) and then towards the front.
"In that way, a man positioned underneath the car can pull the lever backward by pulling on the rope, while the other man..."
to move him from a position above and in front of the car back towards the front.
Also, here's the translation:

"A firm strike with a hardened piece of iron (possibly using a rachet extension) on the transmission housing may also be necessary."
Above, around the area near the gear shift lever, I had suggested a solution if nothing else works.

I have always been and still am convinced that the mechanism with the feathers got stuck above the locking bolt.

Okay, so at noon I was finally able to pick up my car again – the parking lock was working again.
Moving the lever back and forth without the cable attached produced the desired result.

Well, I guess I was lucky – otherwise, the extended warranty would have covered the damage.
I paid the new vehicle tax, but I'm glad I didn't have to subject my car to all those inspections and repairs.

http://www.hausverwaltung-kohl.de/Schaltzugeinstellen04.jpg

AAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH

Now I know why everything looks different with you.

I have always referred to the 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission (DQ250?).
You have a 6-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DQ350), don't you?

The "shifting mechanism" is completely different in its design.

DQ250 - "rear" side of the transmission, horizontally.
DQ350 - similar to a switch with a cable pull mechanism.

Okay, please provide the German text you would like me to translate into English. I will only provide the translation.