How long can you continue driving if the mechatronic unit is broken?
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If the mechatronic unit is broken, you cannot continue driving and it needs to be replaced directly. Concept: The mechatronic unit is the computer that controls the gear shifting mechanism of the transmission. Consequences of damage: The mechatronic unit controls the transmission gears of the vehicle. Once damaged, the vehicle may fail to start, or after starting, the transmission may not be able to shift gears. Since this fault occurs while the driver is operating the vehicle, it is relatively safe. The most severe consequence is if two gears are engaged simultaneously while driving. In such a situation, it can cause the two gears to collide, leading to bending of the transmission shaft or even complete failure of the transmission.
I've seen many cases where people kept driving with a faulty mechatronic unit - that's really not advisable. When this part fails, it's like the brain malfunctioning; the car could stall at any moment. I once heard about a friend whose car suddenly stopped on the highway, nearly causing a rear-end collision, all because the mechatronic unit failed and locked up the transmission. From a safety perspective, you absolutely shouldn't risk driving. The time until complete failure is unpredictable - in severe cases, the car could stop within minutes. Even with mild symptoms like rough shifting, you might only manage a dozen kilometers at most, but the situation could worsen anytime. My advice: pull over immediately, call a tow truck to take it to a repair shop for inspection. Continuing could cause chain damage to other transmission components, making repairs even more expensive.