Feel jerking on gas pedal while accelerating

Tiny
IMDAD H TARIQ
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Looks like labored gear shifting while accelerating. Feel jerks at speeds 40-60 mph.
Monday, February 11th, 2019 AT 2:38 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

I would suspect you have what is called a shutter from the torque converter. That is when the clutches slip in the converter and are slipping and that's what you feel.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/automatic-transmission-problems

I would start by changing the oil/filter in the transmission and use an additive for this shutter. If that resolves it, then that is confirmation of the torque converter. It is not a permanent fix as the torque converter would need to be replaced.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Roy
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Monday, February 11th, 2019 AT 3:35 AM

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