Hi, i have a 2.5i with cvt tranny.
A few things:
The engine shudders more with a/c on
The transmission is more irratic at low speed (i.e stop n go traffic or rapid cycling between deceleration and acceleration at lower speed). It doesnt do a smooth transition even if i try to ease on the gas or the brake. I tried manual mode and chnaged gear ratio using a paddle shifter and the transition is smoother.
Brake is less sticky with ac on.
I have new belts, water pump installed at 100k. Most of the issues start with ac on but occasionally without ac.
Tranny fluid changed at 90k at Subaru dealer.
Engine mount, belt tightened n pump straining on the engine. I cant really think of any.
Anyone with similar problem or input?
Thanks