Transmission Jerks From 1st To 2nd Gear

[smasood]

Hi,

I have lexus ES300 for 2 years and I have driven approximately 20,000 miles. The transmission was rebuilt when I bought the car. It give me big KICK when car shifts from 1st to 2nd gear other gears are ok. The problem has not worsened in last 20,000 miles. I was wondering is there anything that can be done to make it smooth. If you know a reliable transmission mechanic in baltimore, MD, please give me contact.

Thanks in advance.

[SKperformance]

Sounds like a sticking throttle body from an incomplete rebuild.

[Toysrme]

I would take the dog-bone mount off and check it.

Also check the kick-down cable. It should be in the middle of the adjsutment range. When rebuilt, they may have left it disconnected, or in wrong adjustment