What causes the jerking sensation in a Mercedes-Benz E300?

[LaEmmanuel]

Mercedes-Benz E300 experiences jerking sensation when shifting gears due to the following reasons: 1. Mismatch between engine speed and vehicle speed: The jerking sensation during gear shifting occurs because the engine speed does not match the vehicle speed when releasing the clutch, creating a speed difference between the engine and the clutch. In most cases, the engine speed is lower than the clutch disc speed. To effectively prevent jerking, ensure that the engine speed matches or slightly exceeds the clutch disc speed when releasing the clutch to the semi-engaged state after shifting into a new gear. 2. Insufficient shifting technique: Try to keep the engine speed above 3500 RPM when shifting, as different engines provide varying levels of power to the vehicle. Maintaining the specified engine speed can help avoid relative jerking sensations.