help a buddy with his vw passat (error code)

[LeftCoastBias]

2000 vw passat; error code in the dash reading "emissions workshop"



what could cause this and what should we look for?


also, anyone know of any VW mechanics in the greater san diego area that are good and reasonably priced?

[Carlos]

it means ehere is a dtc in engine, trans, abs or cluster.

[LeftCoastBias]

anyone know of any good shops in SD?