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I recently changed my transmission fluid however the car just shifts quite harshly. It is rough/vibrates as it shifts. If I drive gently i.e. not a lot of acceleration It shifts a lot smoother. Wondering if this rings any bells for anyone.
Might not be even related to the fluid change, but it can be.
First: Make sure you enough fluid is in the trans!
Second: You can always reset the trans adaptations. It will shift a bit harsh then but over time adapts to your driving style. Use a computer or the something like this method (see below)
Third: Trans mount (+ engine mounts) need replacement
So i ran the car for 20 minutes and then measured using the dipstick. I just dont know if I am measuring correctly, I remember putting in close to 4.7 quarts already when i first re-filled it after dropping the oil pan and filter. Am i measuring it right? Should i fill it till it hits the mid-point? When the engine is shut off I see that the liquid level is higher, noob question - this is this expected, right?
This is where it registers which is low, but if its standing for a while it registers even lower This is how much sticks out.
When the engine is not running I see that the level is higher.
Last edited by cannawhat; Nov 21, 2023 at 12:01 AM.
Reason: update
It's about right...can use a little more fluid.
Sounds like you have a converter chatter when it locks up. If it was a clutch pack you would get the MIL light on showing a fault but just guessing.
You really need to give a much more accurate definition of the problem ie: what gear,what speed,is it there when your to the floor with throttle.......
So the issue, which is almost like a shudder happens when shifting, and mostly under high throttle. I rarely feel it, if i am not accelerating hard.
fundamental question about transmission oil measurement - Do i measure after switching the engine off? because thats when i actually see the oil level even register.
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