I have a 1995 Toyota 4Runner with a V6, automatic transmission. Why when I start out driving, does it take so long for my automatic transmission to shift? It shifts fine, and when its warmed up the vahicle runs great and shift perfect. Just when its cold there is a problem. Thanks, Eric

Check the following:
1 Transmission control rod
2. Manual valve
3. Parking lock pawl.
4. CV Joints.
5. Transmission fluid level.
6. Any dent on oil pan.

Hello, guys. You might read this article: How to check automatic transmission fluid. It talks about how to check transmission fluid. I hope it might be able to help you. Good luck.

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verify good spark plugs and correct ignition timing. make sure the engine is getting to correct temp (195f) Has the mileage always been this bad? be sure the cam timing is correct.

on the trans tailshaft on the left side of transmission.the taailshaft is where the driveshaft goes into the transmission. NOTE:on a 4 wheel drive,the speed sensor is on the transfer case near the back where the drive shaft connects to the transmission.

Thanks for choosing FixYa and welcome to the site. Have you changed the transmission filter recently? If not, you may need to. When you say it froze up in drive, are you referring to the vehicle was in drive and not catching?

replace the tranny

Try replaceing the crank sensor, easy and cheap

Low transmission fluid is usually the only reason power engages late or slippage occurs. But changing the transmission fluid again would not hurt. The stuff really shouldn't deteriorate like engine oil. Be sure to not run the vehicle many miles until the problem is completely resolved < 100 miles. One easy check would be to make sure the transmission lines are well connected and maintain pressure as well as fluid level. The good thing is that Toyota has a reputation of very good transmissions.

YOU HAVE A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM, CHECK THE ROTATION SENSORS (2) ON THE TRANSMISSION CASE , ALSO, DRAIN A/T FLUID AND REPLACE STRAINER AND OIL