ghaun

Hello,

I wanted to get some insight on this issue that I am having. There is a jerk / lurch just after leaving a stop, but before shifting into second gear. It occurs just around 10 - 15 mph. If you accelerate very slowly, then this is very prominent, as the vehicle oscillates after the jerk, which almost seems as if a manual clutch was slipped off start and then once moving dumped while on the gas.

I am guessing that this has to do with the torque converter clutch locking up too early. This is definitely not related to the 1st-2nd shift. There is also a feeling of slight lag off the line.

I do know that the stator in the torque converter should not freewheel both directions, which could cause the off the line lag. Could this also cause the lurch or is this definitely lockup.

Also, when coming to a stop, I notice that the car feels like a manual with the clutch engaged. At a stop, the car does not stall, so it is unlocking.

Thanks,

Greg