CVT question

coreysc20 · 06-24-2011, 11:24 PM

New Compass owner and new to the CVT, I bought the vehicle used, with 6800 miles. I have all the warranties. The CVT seems a little jerky, right at deceleration and right at initial acceleration, it has a couple of hiccups in the middle. Am I being too critical because its a new experience, or is there a problem with my tranny. The jerks are really noticeable.

tripplec · 06-25-2011, 04:35 PM

Jerks? would that be shuddering or vibration in the power train feeling?

Cherokee · 06-25-2011, 06:04 PM

Well first welcome to the forum. Not sure what you're feeling. I do know having had regular auto's for years then going to the CVT, I hardly felt anything at all with the Compass, pretty smooth throughout the range. Same as many here have noticed, the Compass does have a slow reaction time on the initial accel, but if it's that noticeable, I'd get it in for service and have them check it out.

RUNCNC · 08-22-2011, 06:09 PM

What year compass, 4 wheel drive?
Maybe want to check at the dealership to see if there are any updates for the pcm.

tripplec · 08-22-2011, 07:05 PM

If it isn't right take it to your dealer. If they don't do anything or cannot resolve then try another dealer and another and see what the consenses is.

06-24-2011, 11:24 PM	#1
coreysc20 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1	CVT question New Compass owner and new to the CVT, I bought the vehicle used, with 6800 miles. I have all the warranties. The CVT seems a little jerky, right at deceleration and right at initial acceleration, it has a couple of hiccups in the middle. Am I being too critical because its a new experience, or is there a problem with my tranny. The jerks are really noticeable. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

06-25-2011, 04:35 PM	#2
tripplec Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Markham, ON Posts: 939	Jerks? would that be shuddering or vibration in the power train feeling? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Jeep Compass 2009 4x4, 2.4L, CVT North Edition heated seats, TPMS Nokian WRG2 P215R60/17 Yellow Fog Lamps CLASS III Curtis Hitch 69,000km w/continuing problems & Finally got most resolved from Chrysler Gas millage is bad 28MPG Imperial Hwy DO NOT BUY A JEEP COMPASS is my RECOMMENDATION Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 4.0L I6, 222k, 4x4, Select Trac II Nokian WR Plus All Weather Tire CLASS III hitch, Tranny cooler 250,000km and still going 25-26MPG Imperial Toronto, Ontario, Canada

06-25-2011, 06:04 PM	#3
Cherokee Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Morgan City, LA Posts: 1,279	Well first welcome to the forum. Not sure what you're feeling. I do know having had regular auto's for years then going to the CVT, I hardly felt anything at all with the Compass, pretty smooth throughout the range. Same as many here have noticed, the Compass does have a slow reaction time on the initial accel, but if it's that noticeable, I'd get it in for service and have them check it out. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ My 2007 Jeep Compass Sport, Bright Silver Metallic, 26E, CVT II, Driver Convenience Group, Sunroof, Trailer Tow Prep Group, 4x2 1991 XJ Cherokee Sport 4X4 4.0 H/O I6 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, SWB Reg Cab, Bright Silver Metallic, Trailer Tow Package JEEP - Just Enjoy Everything, Period.....

08-22-2011, 06:09 PM	#4
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08-22-2011, 07:05 PM	#5
tripplec Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Markham, ON Posts: 939	If it isn't right take it to your dealer. If they don't do anything or cannot resolve then try another dealer and another and see what the consenses is. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Jeep Compass 2009 4x4, 2.4L, CVT North Edition heated seats, TPMS Nokian WRG2 P215R60/17 Yellow Fog Lamps CLASS III Curtis Hitch 69,000km w/continuing problems & Finally got most resolved from Chrysler Gas millage is bad 28MPG Imperial Hwy DO NOT BUY A JEEP COMPASS is my RECOMMENDATION Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 4.0L I6, 222k, 4x4, Select Trac II Nokian WR Plus All Weather Tire CLASS III hitch, Tranny cooler 250,000km and still going 25-26MPG Imperial Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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