Delayed Engagement From Neutral To Drive
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Dodge Intrepid, 2002 Chrysler Intrepid, 2002 Chrysler Concorde, and 2002 Chrysler 300M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Possible cause: aerated fluid, torque converter drain down, sticking valve body check balls or valves, PCM software not up to date (check for TSBs that may apply), damaged clutch seals, engine idle speed too low, faulty oil pump, hydraulic pressures too low, incorrect shift linkage or cable adjustment, low fluid level, oil filter restricted, valve body malfunction or leakage, worn or broken reaction shaft support seal rings, worn or damaged accumulator seal rings, worn or damaged input shaft seal rings or worn or faulty underdrive clutch.