What would cause a change in behavior of delayed shifting into 2nd gear?

2001 DODGE DURANGO
170,000 MILES
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DURANGOINIOWA
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My 2001 Durango has always delayed shifting into second gear for around 1/10 mile after being parked for several days. I've come to learn that this is a normal feature which helps heat up the catalytic converter. However, now the vehicle delays shifting into second gear every time I start it - even if it has only been parked for an hour. What would cause this change in behavior?
Nov 6, 2011 at 2:47 AM
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