A-class juddering when pulling off

[AnnLou]

Hi

I have a 2004 auto A-class. When I pull off, it judders quite bad and struggles to get going. Any help/advice as to what this is?

Thanks

 

[Flyinspanner]

Probably the first gear is cracked. It will eventually (soon) fail.

Forrera in Hammersmith London can rebuild your autobox give them a call 0208 7414510.
Mention that you are a forum member.

Maybe if you move the switch near the gear-lever to “W” you can avoid first gear (w is winter and you pull away in second)

 

[Flyinspanner]

Once you are moving in next gear does it become ‘normal’?
If it still does it, it could be a drive shaft issue.

 

[AnnLou]

It does drive normal once it gets going, it only happens when I pull off.

Thanks for the replies.

 

[Flyinspanner]

Probably the gear1 drum, it’s a known issue, they crack.

Switch to W for the time being, car pulls away in second, so it will be a slower start- give yourself space.

The fix is £900 ish for a rebuild, but then it will be ok for years to come. Could be worth it if the rest of the car is good.