1989 Plymouth Acclaim Erratic shifting

1989 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM
160,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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Sometimes when I first start out, the transmission will shift to the first gear, and then strain before shifting to the next gear; I don't continue pressing the pedal, but pull over and stop, then I press the pedal again and the transmission shifts smoothly. The transmission shifts smoothly most times. What could be causing the straining in the transmission? Thanks.
May 14, 2010 at 7:53 PM
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Could be a sticky valve or a seal that is going away internally.Has the trans ever been serviced? If not that is always a good place to start when having trans issues.Clean fluid and filter can solve alot of problems
May 18, 2010 at 8:07 AM