So I FINALLY got my Xterra back from tranny rebuilding. But the Xterra still exhibits a problem just before the tranny broke down.
When driving on local streets, I leave O/D off. since there are some stretches of road where I can reach 50mph, the engine will rev at higher RPMs as it normally should.
Typically, if I let off the gas, the engine should compress (just like driving a manual) in 3rd gear. Any tap on the gas would give a fast response of power.
However, if I let off the gas now (crusing at 50mpg or higher) the needle will drop to idle. Tapping on the gas will give no response until my engine revs up to the matching speed of the tranny.
I'm hoping some members here, or even Cyclemut, can provide some insight.
Hope this explanation was clear.
Thanks.
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I Miss my 01 Xterra...