2000 Toyota Camry Transmission

NAIJU84

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2000 TOYOTA CAMRY
4 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
119,000 MILES

I have a 2000 camry. Every time I let go of the accelerator at anywhere b/w 55 and 65, it jerks. It feels like u engine stopped for a sec or two.I did a major transmission service, tune up, oil change, fuel induction and everything. It still has the problem. At that particular speed if I try to slow down by taking the foot of the accelerator slowly, I can feel the car jerking too like moving front and back. So if there is anyone who know what is likely the problem. Pls let me know.I took it to many dealerships and car shops, they tell me there is no problem. Well the thing is that they drive it for a minute and come back so I guess its hard for them too.

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KHLOW2008

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Hi naiju84,

I would suggest checking the EGR system. The problem seems to be from the engine.

Try with Od off and see if the problem persist with rpm about 2000 and maybe at a lower speed.

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Sunday, October 5th, 2008 AT 2:51 PM

NAIJU84

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Thank u.

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Sunday, October 5th, 2008 AT 6:04 PM

NAIJU84

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Is there anyway we can clean the EGR valve instead of buying a new one or do I have to buy a new one instead.

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Monday, October 6th, 2008 AT 2:09 PM

KHLOW2008

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Hi naiju84,

If the EGR is clogged with carbon, it can be cleaned with some scraping and carb cleaner. However if the valve is stuck due to failure, cleaning would not help.

You need to clean the passage under it as well whether the EGR is replaced or not.

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Tuesday, October 7th, 2008 AT 6:26 AM

NAIJU84

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I cleaned the EGR valve but it did not help. It still does it.I feel like I am floating back and forth at that speeds. And when I take the foot off the acclerator it jerks.