Lazy Shift From 1st Gear

[jeptik]

I just had 3 fuel injectors replaced and am getting really good performance on my engine, however I have started to notice that there is a "lazy" shift in my gears from 1st to 2nd.

It takes a while to shift to 2nd and in the process the engine rpm's goes up to between 4-5. Any thoughts on how I can fix this?? I am going to replace the transmission oil and filter to see if it will make a difference. Are there additives that I can use to help?

[milo]

I just had 3 fuel injectors replaced and am getting really good performance on my engine, however I have started to notice that there is a "lazy" shift in my gears from 1st to 2nd.

It takes a while to shift to 2nd and in the process the engine rpm's goes up to between 4-5. Any thoughts on how I can fix this??  I am going to replace the transmission oil and filter to see if it will make a difference. Are there additives that I can use to help?

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did you ever fix tranny problem? i got same trouble

[Lexusfreak]

Does this condition you describe happen when the engine is still fairly cold or does it still happen after you have been driving for 20+ minutes or so? Be as specific as you can gents. B)

[lexusk8]

It takes a while to shift to 2nd and in the process the engine rpm's goes up to between 4-5.

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That's definitely not right. Normally it should shift in the range of 2,000 - 2,500 RPM between 1st and 2nd. Tranny fluid should be changed via the "drain-and-fill" method every 30K miles (or if you do a lot of hard/aggressive driving, 15K miles). While you're at it, get the tranny filter and gasket replaced as well.

[Lexusfreak]

It takes a while to shift to 2nd and in the process the engine rpm's goes up to between 4-5.

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That's definitely not right. Normally it should shift in the range of 2,000 - 2,500 RPM between 1st and 2nd. Tranny fluid should be changed via the "drain-and-fill" method every 30K miles (or if you do a lot of hard/aggressive driving, 15K miles). While you're at it, get the tranny filter and gasket replaced as well.

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Perhaps a 100% fluid change is a wise idea if the tranny filter & gasket are changed......don't you think Doug? B)

How many miles on your ES jep?

[SKperformance]

flush not drain

it is a waste to do half the job

[steviej]

before we go and flush or drain, we still haven't ruled out the fact that it may be temperature related.

steviej

[Lexusfreak]

before we go and flush or drain, we still haven't ruled out the fact that it may be temperature related.

steviej

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Exactly, that's why I asked the question. B) ;)

[milo]

I just had 3 fuel injectors replaced and am getting really good performance on my engine, however I have started to notice that there is a "lazy" shift in my gears from 1st to 2nd.

It takes a while to shift to 2nd and in the process the engine rpm's goes up to between 4-5. Any thoughts on how I can fix this??  I am going to replace the transmission oil and filter to see if it will make a difference. Are there additives that I can use to help?

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did you ever fix tranny problem? i got same trouble

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tranny shifts late from 1st to 2nd hot or cold. i pulled the the tranny drain plug and drained and change filter and cleaned pan, then replaced pan filled with oil and pulled tranny line from radiator (right side of car) and started car and flushed and filled till all fluid came out. didn't help so i bought some lukas tranny additive and still no help. car is a 97 es300 with 115k. when you put car in 2nd gear tranny seems to slip. help and thanks to all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[SKperformance]

add an external tranny filter