MJFEvans

I have recently purchased a 2007 Lexus and just starting having a problem when trying to accelerate when I first start to car and try to move forward.

Basically I put the car in drive accelerate, the RPM is high but the car moves at a snails pace of at all.

Live in New England.

Any advice is really appreciated.

Jamie

jagtoes

It sounds like a transmission problem. Did you buy the car from a dealer if so I would take it back to them and ask them to fix the problem. If from a private sale or a used car lot then you need to consider going to a transmission shop or a dealer. Is the MIL (check engine light) on and if so you should get the codes read.

chuyrobles

Sounds like it's slipping. Take it back if covered by warranty.

Some things to try include disconnecting the battery for about 15 minutes; this resets some computer values and may fix it if delay is caused by computer.

Check ATF level. Low level can cause trany to slip.

Finally, do an ATF flush - not drain and refill, but a full flush. Takes about 12 quarts.

Good luck.