1999 Volkswagen Polo Jerks in Drive

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VW4LIFE
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hello i have a 99 vw polo with a 100,000 miles on it the problem i have is when its started and i put the car in Drive(automatic Trans) it takes a few minutes for the gear to kick in and once it kicks in as i accelerate the car jerks foward
Oct 26, 2006 at 7:50 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Check the tranny fluid. I would consider changing the fluid and replacing the filter (I think there is one in the tranny on this car).
Oct 26, 2006 at 9:13 AM
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Check the automatic transmission fluid level and condition. Change the fluid and replace the transmission filter if the transmission is equipped with one.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1999 Volkswagen Polo with about 100,000 miles says Drive takes a few minutes to engage after startup, then the car jerks forward when accelerating. The expert recommends checking the transmission fluid and considering a fluid change and filter replacement.

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