Re: 1986 Audi 4000S .. Shifting Problem

[Elliott Potter <epotter@abraxis.com>]

This sounds like a failsafe mode...check your manual.  Perhaps the
problem is a wiring connection between the trans. computer and the
engine, i.e. speed sensor or something?  So as things heat up the
connection is restored.
-- 
Elliott

"Everyone says it's pretty hard to visualize.  That's a lie.  It's
impossible to visualize."
	( George Cain )


John & Gale wrote:
> 
> Can anyone give me some direction on what to look for that might be causing
> our 4000S (automatic) to stay in what appears to be second gear until the
> engine temp is well up to operating temperature? I just had the
> transmission serviced (filter and fluid) .. didn't change a thing.
> 
> Regards,
> John Birutta
> Groton, Vermont