Hesitates then lurches when cold
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When I start the car after it has been sitting for a while (when it is cold), I put the car in gear and it hesistates for a moment - not a long time, but a hesitation nevertheless - and then lurches forward. For example, I get in my car after work, back out of my space (in reverse, it is fine) then shift to D and it hesitates for that moment. As I get to the end of the driveway and wait for traffic to clear, it continues to momentarily hesitate and lurch when I take my foot off of the brake. I move out into traffic, the car warms up, and it is fine...
I have 22k miles on the car. Have had this issue for several months. Any thoughts? Thanks
I have 22k miles on the car. Have had this issue for several months. Any thoughts? Thanks
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This is not unusual behavior. The E60 has it's quirks on the transmission when the engine is cold. You will get used to it and after a year or two, it'll become second nature. If you start getting slamming noises, then it may be worth asking your SA for the tranny update though I think your vehicle should not have this issue given it's a 2008 model.
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Originally Posted by joelk01' post='1041401' date='Oct 27 2009, 02:52 PM
When I start the car after it has been sitting for a while (when it is cold), I put the car in gear and it hesistates for a moment - not a long time, but a hesitation nevertheless - and then lurches forward. For example, I get in my car after work, back out of my space (in reverse, it is fine) then shift to D and it hesitates for that moment. As I get to the end of the driveway and wait for traffic to clear, it continues to momentarily hesitate and lurch when I take my foot off of the brake. I move out into traffic, the car warms up, and it is fine...
I have 22k miles on the car. Have had this issue for several months. Any thoughts? Thanks
I have 22k miles on the car. Have had this issue for several months. Any thoughts? Thanks
I have the same thing periodically with my 6MT. More like a bucking sensation.
I usually just let off the gas, let it coast, and like you said, after a minute or two it's all clear.
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Originally Posted by joelk01' post='1041498' date='Oct 27 2009, 05:09 PM
What is that?
High Pressure Fuel Pump.
Another common link between our cars is the TT engine which had issues with this fuel pump failing.
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Originally Posted by joelk01' post='1041498' date='Oct 27 2009, 05:09 PM
What is that?
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THe HPFP is a known problem, but may not be the issue here. Regardless, I would schedule an appointment with an SA for a better look.
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These transmissions are ridiculous. I've had Pontiacs that shift better than the E60. Definitely the weakest link on an otherwise wonderful car.
