1998 Mazda 626 Rough Shifting

1998 MAZDA 626
162,500 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHEERMOM069
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My car has recently started shifting rough between 1st and 2nd gear. I have noticed that the engine seems to rev a litte higher and then go into gear. All other gear transitions are good and smooth. I checked the trans fluid and it is pretty dark, could this be the issue or is my trans going out?
Oct 21, 2008 at 1:43 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Dark is not good if fluid has never been changed do so. The dark fluid can indicate clutch wear and slipping.
Oct 21, 2008 at 3:11 PM