Shift Hesitation

[qatcool]

2002 nissan pathfinder, automatic trans.

 

Running in highway, between 2000 to 4000 rpm no issue, but when i step on the gas and the rev goes 5000rpm it hesitated to shift as if i have a missfire. as i loose the gas it shift right away.

 

please your advice where to start looking.

 

Thanks

[Towncivilian]

Check the transmission fluid to begin with:

 

 

1. Drive around for 10 minutes in the city after the transmission is at operating temperature.

2. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.

3. With P selected, shift through every gear and return to P.

4. Pull the transmission dipstick with the engine idling, wipe it clean, reinsert it completely, and read the level. It must be within the notched area labeled "HOT". Check for fluid contamination after wiping on a paper towel.

 

 

The fluid should be red, and not smell burnt.