Harsh Engagement into any Drive Range

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Problem	Action
Low fluid	Add fluid.
TV cable out of adjustment, binding or damaged	Adjust or replace the throttle valve cable.
Shift select cable out of adjustment, biding or damaged	Adjust or replace the shift select cable.
Manual valve binding or sticking	Inspect the valve body.
Throttle valve binding or sticking	Inspect the valve body.
B2 control valve binding or sticking	Inspect the valve body.
Accumulator(s) pistons damaged or leaking	Inspect the accumulator pistons.
Accumulator(s) seals cut or damaged	Inspect the accumulator seals.
Accumulator(s) broken or distorted springs	Inspect the accumulator springs.
Incorrect line pressure	Perform the line pressure diagnosis.