[RahX]

The 1-2 shift is a lot harder than a 2-3 or 3-4 because of the ratio jump, usually. So if you were to feel the thing jerk it would be there. I'd have to actually feel the shift to tell you if there is a problem. As far as Lancers go, there are very very few problems with the transmissions. I've replaced a few valvebodies, there is a revised clutch and cover for some of them but that is for a harsh or jerky 3-4 shift. How is the fluid? Is it low/dirty? Getting the fluid flushed if it is dirty might help.