Interesting post guys, though nothing new unfortunately (for me, and others I'm sure!) it just seems to be the same old problem rearing its ugly head

I have the same issues myself with a 2001 4.4 euro (UK) model, the lurching when cold, particularly in 1st, which goes after about a mile, and the (extremely annoying making-it-look-as-though-its-your-crappy-driving) sudden change down into 1st from 2nd when slowing down, say, to round a bend, which ends up putting you and your passengers through the screen!

I have tried the 'tranny reset' as found on this forum (pushing down the accelerator, ignition pos on/off for a certain time etc etc) to no avail.

Could the software update work for a 2001 model? I ask because I can only ever find posts about later models getting the upgrade-working for them or not.. Also, if it is possible how do I go about getting it done? Will it cost me if I don't have a warranty? If so, any idea on price?

Thanks guys,

Ian