ericg

I have a 2005 RX330 with 15k miles. Ever since I purchased the car new, the transmission has had some issues. Initially, as the car was coming to a stop, I would feel a slight bump as if someone had tapped the rear of the car, just as it slowed to to under 5mph . I brought it back to the dealer and they reflashed the computer for the transmission. Now it almost seems like the lockup torque converter is releasing at under 10 mph and you can hear it. Has anyone else had any issues like this? Are there any TSB's that would apply to this situation or do I have to learn to live wih it? I love the car and this has been my only complaint. Thanks in advance

Eric

RNDRX

We have a 04 RX 330: It does the following:

Upshifting....Perfect.

Downshifting: at about 30 it down shifts from 3rd to 2nd then when it slows to 20 mph it upshifts to 3rd again, then after it decelerates to about 15 mph it downshifts to 2nd and then 1st. This causes the car to decelerate too quickly and decreases fuel economy....

Any Help? I am just about ready to cave to the dealer...