RPM issue

NEEDFORSPEED1

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2003 BUICK REGAL
3.8L
V6
2WD
210,000 MILES

My car is the IS 3800 series and it has an rpm issue. When I drive the gauge goes from 2000 to 5000 rpm. This causes a kick in the car. It clears up after it warms up but still jumps. Also, when car is cold I have a single misfire when warming it up. I have done everything for preventive maintenance, spark plugs, etc. Do you have a solution for this problem? Thanks, Shane

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KEN L

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It sounds like the transmission is slipping I would check the fluid level. If it seems like I am way off base can you please take a quick video and upload it here to the site?

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

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Monday, November 6th, 2017 AT 2:37 PM

NEEDFORSPEED1

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I have checked my transmission oil. It is clean and full. Probably will spray the intake and go from there. Any other ideas. Shane.

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Saturday, November 18th, 2017 AT 9:54 PM

KEN L

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You can upload a video here at the site using your phone. It is difficult to tell what's going on unless I can see it and hear it.

Lets try running the codes to see what come up

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken

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Sunday, November 19th, 2017 AT 12:21 PM