Kangarooing in 2nd gear

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02-14-2015, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck S

What RPM are you experiencing this. I don't have a solution, but bet it's engine speed related. I'm guessing too little rpm. My shift from 1st into 2d is at 4300 rpm, no lower for smooth acceleration.

-- Chuck

Even when cold?

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02-14-2015, 10:14 AM

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If the engine is running it's fine. Revving to midway in the band won't hurt the car. I'd not redline the car until she was warmer. These are 55°F/13°C cars, we're not driving them below 0° (certainly not 0°F!).

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04-02-2015, 08:40 AM

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One possibility for DBW cars is a failing Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor.

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04-02-2015, 10:51 AM

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I thought I had a mechanical problem with this, but it turns out the heavy engine braking when coming off the gas in 1st was causing my body/foot to come forward a bit, hitting the gas slightly, causing the cycle to repeat. Sounds silly but true, definitely a face-palm moment.