7AT - First Gear Lag

NickTurnon · 03-21-2014, 12:27 AM

Hey everyone -

Been dealing with a slight issue lately. Don't know if its normal and I just never noticed it, but when I downshift into a turn and then slowly accelerate to get over a bump or get into the turn, the car lags and revs up but doesn't go anywhere. Then after about a second or two it kicks back into gear and lets the car move again...

Makes me only want to take turns into shopping centers and exits in "D".

Anyone else experience this little lag? Not a serious issue.. but didn't know if there was a reason for it.

Any help is appreciated

chops · 03-21-2014, 02:17 AM

are you downshifting into 1st? you shouldnt be doing that even in with a 6MT

Elan · 03-21-2014, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by chops

are you downshifting into 1st? you shouldnt be doing that even in with a 6MT

What's wrong with downshifting into 1st?

Wonka2581 · 03-21-2014, 04:26 AM

Hmmm... torque converter maybe trying to catch up??

DOOMMONKEY777 · 03-21-2014, 05:36 AM

Weirdaadada, but seriously change ur fluid man to Redline w70 or 80 cant remember check ur manual for the weight #.

Also ur solenoids need lube/changing, but that one is tricky cuz if u dont know how to do it dont do it, give it to the pros.

SouthArk370Z · 03-21-2014, 07:55 AM

The first thing I'd check is the trans fluid level and condition. If the fluid is good, I'd look into the torque convertor as Wonka2581 mentioned. Since you seem to like spirited/hard driving, changing to a "high-performance" fluid (per DOOMMONKEY777) would be worth looking into.

Chuck33079 · 03-21-2014, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by DOOMMONKEY777

Weirdaadada, but seriously change ur fluid man to Redline w70 or 80 cant remember check ur manual for the weight #.

Also ur solenoids need lube/changing, but that one is tricky cuz if u dont know how to do it dont do it, give it to the pros.

Change his trans fluid to redline? He's got an auto.

Having the dealer drain and fill the tranny is about all you can do, right?

Zteve · 03-21-2014, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by DOOMMONKEY777

Weirdaadada, but seriously change ur fluid man to Redline w70 or 80.....

definitely not for a 7AT the redline D6 shows it is for use with NissanMatic S systems though if you change the fluid on the sealed system and your transmission craps out, good luck getting them to cover it under warranty

http://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=115&pcid=9

osbornsm · 03-21-2014, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Elan

What's wrong with downshifting into 1st?

Are you serious or kidding? Can't tell sarcasm over text.

It's almost the worst thing you can do to a transmission, even with a double clutch. Just use 2nd.

critical · 03-21-2014, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by osbornsm

Are you serious or kidding? Can't tell sarcasm over text.

It's almost the worst thing you can do to a transmission, even with a double clutch. Just use 2nd.

So first gear is there for what exactly?

critical · 03-21-2014, 10:59 AM

To op there's no reason to downshift into grocery store parking lots. What the hell are you even doing?

osbornsm · 03-21-2014, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by critical

So first gear is there for what exactly?

Starting the vehicle once its stopped.

osbornsm · 03-21-2014, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by critical

To op there's no reason to downshift into grocery store parking lots. What the hell are you even doing?

NickTurnon · 03-21-2014, 11:20 AM

I have a base model and the brakes are terrible.

When i am going 40mph on a city street and theres someone riding my butt, my brakes will give me wiplash, so i generally engine brake on most of my stopping. Also, who doesnt do that? You're telling me no one else downshifts to help them slow down?

Anyways, fluids were all done around 8k ago. But I will look into trans fluid & torque converter

NickTurnon · 03-21-2014, 11:24 AM

Also, this happens in first or second gear. The car will lag, rev up, lag again, and then click into gear and will go forward.

I am not sure why all of you are getting so angry about the 1st gear thing.

03-21-2014, 12:27 AM	#1 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	7AT - First Gear Lag Hey everyone - Been dealing with a slight issue lately. Don't know if its normal and I just never noticed it, but when I downshift into a turn and then slowly accelerate to get over a bump or get into the turn, the car lags and revs up but doesn't go anywhere. Then after about a second or two it kicks back into gear and lets the car move again... Makes me only want to take turns into shopping centers and exits in "D". Anyone else experience this little lag? Not a serious issue.. but didn't know if there was a reason for it. Any help is appreciated __________________ 2009 Brilliant Silver BASE 7AT \| TEIN S-Tech Springs \| K&N Drop Ins & z1 Maf Tubes \| AAM S-Line Short Tails \| 5% Tint \| 20MM Spacers \| Sport Spoiler NickTurnon's 370z Build

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Wonka2581 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 3,083 Drives: MY WIFE CRAZY.... Rep Power: 2612	Hmmm... torque converter maybe trying to catch up?? SouthArk370Z likes this. __________________ "I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat""Winston Churchill"

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DOOMMONKEY777 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Crooklyn Posts: 1,008 Drives: 370Z 6psd-sport-pkg Rep Power: 21	Weirdaadada, but seriously change ur fluid man to Redline w70 or 80 cant remember check ur manual for the weight #. Also ur solenoids need lube/changing, but that one is tricky cuz if u dont know how to do it dont do it, give it to the pros. SouthArk370Z likes this. __________________ Kids don't do Drugs, Drugs are bad, so let the professional druggies do Drugs for you. 537whp/496lb/tq@8-9PSI 93 octane Last edited by DOOMMONKEY777; 03-21-2014 at 05:39 AM.

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	The first thing I'd check is the trans fluid level and condition. If the fluid is good, I'd look into the torque convertor as Wonka2581 mentioned. Since you seem to like spirited/hard driving, changing to a "high-performance" fluid (per DOOMMONKEY777) would be worth looking into. Wonka2581 likes this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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03-21-2014, 11:20 AM	#14 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	I have a base model and the brakes are terrible. When i am going 40mph on a city street and theres someone riding my butt, my brakes will give me wiplash, so i generally engine brake on most of my stopping. Also, who doesnt do that? You're telling me no one else downshifts to help them slow down? Anyways, fluids were all done around 8k ago. But I will look into trans fluid & torque converter __________________ 2009 Brilliant Silver BASE 7AT \| TEIN S-Tech Springs \| K&N Drop Ins & z1 Maf Tubes \| AAM S-Line Short Tails \| 5% Tint \| 20MM Spacers \| Sport Spoiler NickTurnon's 370z Build

03-21-2014, 11:24 AM	#15 (permalink)
NickTurnon A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Scottsdale Age: 33 Posts: 1,636 Drives: 09 BS 7AT 370z Rep Power: 18	Also, this happens in first or second gear. The car will lag, rev up, lag again, and then click into gear and will go forward. I am not sure why all of you are getting so angry about the 1st gear thing. __________________ 2009 Brilliant Silver BASE 7AT \| TEIN S-Tech Springs \| K&N Drop Ins & z1 Maf Tubes \| AAM S-Line Short Tails \| 5% Tint \| 20MM Spacers \| Sport Spoiler NickTurnon's 370z Build

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