Transmission shifts good in reverse and drive it shudders at 35 to 40 MPH?

Tiny
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  • 1999 AUDI A8
  • 4.2L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 175,000 MILES
Car shifts good in reverse and drive it shudders at 35 to 40 mph. Will shift good in drive 3 and 4 with on shuddering.
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 AT 12:43 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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This an happens when the transmission fluid is worn out and needs to be changed along with the filter, here is a guide to help with the instruction for your car in the images below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-and-add-transmission-fluid

Fluid Types

Lubricant .................... ESSO LT 71141 (color. clear-yellow) Or equivalent

Note Lifetime filling.

Capacities

Capacities, Planetary gearbox

Automatic Transmission 01V

Initial Fill .................... 9.0L (9.5 Qt)

Fluid Change .................... Approx. 2.6L (2.75 Qt)

Caution

Additives cannot be added to the ATF.

Capacities, Final drive

Initial Fill .................... 0.75L (0.80 Qt)

Fluid Change .................... filled for life. No Change

Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 AT 1:03 PM
Tiny
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Thanks I've ordered the filter and gasket kit for the Audi hopefully it will fix the problem. Will definitely let you guys know. Thanks again for the info.
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 AT 5:38 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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No problem, it should make a difference.
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Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 AT 8:15 AM

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