Nissan 370Z Forum - View Single Post - Strange acceleration issue

dmhenderson · 02-16-2011, 11:14 PM

Hi,
I have a 2009 370z with 9000 miles on it. Recently, I noticed that in 5th/6th gear, I get "acceleration lag" if I stomp on the gas pedal. The engine revs for about a second (feels like the clutch isn't engaged) and then the car will then "catch" and jump forward. The clutch isn't stiff or clunky and this doesn't seem to happen in lower gears.

Ideas? I hesitate to take it to the local dealership because they're extremely shady and have needlessly cost me money in the past. Hoping this isn't a major fix?

I bought the car in August of 09 so it should still be under warranty, right?

Thanks folks.

02-16-2011, 11:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
dmhenderson A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 5,930 Drives: AWD TT 370z Rep Power: 26	Strange acceleration issue - any ideas before I go to the dealership? Hi, I have a 2009 370z with 9000 miles on it. Recently, I noticed that in 5th/6th gear, I get "acceleration lag" if I stomp on the gas pedal. The engine revs for about a second (feels like the clutch isn't engaged) and then the car will then "catch" and jump forward. The clutch isn't stiff or clunky and this doesn't seem to happen in lower gears. Ideas? I hesitate to take it to the local dealership because they're extremely shady and have needlessly cost me money in the past. Hoping this isn't a major fix? I bought the car in August of 09 so it should still be under warranty, right? Thanks folks.