Hesitation after my 1st long tow 48r

[smd]

Hesitation after my 1st long tow w/12000lbs 5r & 48r

My stock 3500 `05 with 12600 miles now hesitates when I start off. Feels as if on a gasser the timing was off. It jerks in 1st and into 2nd even with or w/o the tow/haul mode on. This started after the first leg of the trip. No codes, idles fine, runs smooth once in 2nd. If I floor the pedal when I start out, I still feel as if its searching in 1st/2nd. Really noticeable when I go up even a slight hill. I changed out the fuel and air filter before the trip.

I know, I know its a auto, but my Knees don`t like the clutch so go easy :-laf . Thanks guys Mark



Side ? for you, should I install gauges 1st ( x-monitor) or install a deep oil pan?

 

[BHolm]

All of mine have been auto's, all of them have towed, some of them for a living. Take it to the dealer, it is under warranty, and get it checked out. That isn't normal.

 

[Big MAK]

How does the engine sound?



i. e. --- is it engine or drivetrain?



If you hear the engine hesitate it sounds like your fuel pressure may be dropping off. A pressure leak or fuel pump.



If the engine sounds normal I'd guess a slipping torque converter.



But have an expert test it.

 

[JThiessen]

Mine did this also in the first 20K. Only after towing, and going up grades were when it would really show up.

It went away and I forgot about it. Not sure if it went after I changed the transmission oil, or added more power!

 

[smd]

It idles smooth, has power, at freeway speed fine.

 

[RankRam]

Smd I would bring your truck down to Carson Dodge, they have a great service department and a couple mechanics that really know their stuff when working on the 48RE or the CTD for that matter.

 

[smd]

Smd I would bring your truck down to Carson Dodge, they have a great service department and a couple mechanics that really know their stuff when working on the 48RE or the CTD for that matter.

Rankram, I`m going to do just that. I will not let Reno Dodge even put air in my tires!

 

[RankRam]

Rankram, I`m going to do just that. I will not let Reno Dodge even put air in my tires!

You are smart man!



I have never heard a good thing about Reno Dodge.