Harsh Engagement From Neutral To Reverse
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: engine idle speed too high, hydraulic pressures too high, loose or broken engine mounts, PCM software not up to date (check for TSBs that may apply), excessive driveline backlash, poor engine performance, valve body malfunction or leakage, worn or damaged accumulator seal rings, worn or faulty low-reverse clutch or worn or faulty reverse clutch.