transmission problems
 

My 2002 Accent GL is having trouble switching gears. As I try to accelerate, the car goes really slowly then suddenly "lurches" into the new gear. When I brake, as it is about to come to a complete stop, it often "lurches" forward again. Also, it drops down in speed big time when going up a hill. I will press on the accelorator but it still goes slow. Any suggestions?

RE: transmission problems
 

this is probably a daft question but have you checked the oil level in the transmission? remember to check it when in neutral not park!;)

RE: transmission problems
 

I would agree with Flave 1. Check the level of the tranny fluid. It probably wouldn't hurt to have the tranny fluid flushed along with the filter changed.
Good Luck,
Brant

RE: transmission problems
 

I would have it scanned and ck the 2 speed sensors and ck the trans fluid temp sensor. maybe there are some trans codes there. The shifting is controlled by a computer.