Ok, so I just bought this 1998 Cherokee Sport A/T . First Jeep I've ever owned, i love it. But it seems to me that the transmission gives quite the kick when you put it in drive. Just wondering if this is normal and that I shouldnt worru about it or if I should have it looked at ?

thx

 

Hiya,
Could it be that your idle is set too high?
Peter

 

Like Savasa said, idle to high, could be a worn u-joint, or even time to do change the transmission fluid and filter. Some of the Chrysler transmissions do shift hard at times though.

 

Cherokee sport doesn't have a Chrysler transmission, it's the Aisin Warner or AW4 transmission. A good reliable transmission.

 

Mine kicks a bit as well (98 XJ) but my brother-in-laws 99 XJ is perfectly smooth
My idle is good at 650rpm so not sure what to tell ya..... but know you are not alone :)

 

check ur transmission fluid temperature sensor because if it not functioning properly it can generate great shockloads because of valving not functioning accordingly. is your check engine light on/working

 

like siad previously :
check U joints and if idle speed too high should be around 750 RPM