Very slow in first gear - 1990 Toyota Camry

When an automatic transmission is slow to change gears when cold, it is usually due to low transmission fluid levels or fluid that has become thick and sludgy due to a lack of maintenance. It is important to check the transmission fluid level and condition regularly, as low transmission fluid and dirty fluid can cause transmission issues such as slow gear shifts and slipping gears. Additionally, low levels of transmission fluid can also cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If the transmission fluid is in good condition, then the issue may be caused by a faulty transmission solenoid or a worn out clutch. In this case, it is best to take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic to diagnose and repair the issue.

It does not slow actually , in the process of shifting gears it ( gear box) momentarily stop transmitting power to drive axle.

CK TRANSMISSION FLUID

Why are you shifting?Use drive,reverse and park,changing gears makes it get slow in time,wearing your transmission out.

You have an internal transmission failure, have a transmission repair shop look at this and be prepared to have it removed for repair and rebuilding.

Depends, do you have 4 wheel drive? If so you can just use 4 wheel high, or if things get really slippery, use 4 wheel low and go slow, both in the drive position on the transmission shifter.

If 2wd, just use drive and go slow, again, if it gets slippery out, you can shift down in gears to go slower and to keep your speed slow.

If you're talking about snow and ice on just streets, then stick with 4 wheel high with 4x4, or "drive" in 2wd. You typically don't want to switch to 3,2, or 1st gear at highway speeds.

If you're playing in the snow, just use 4x4 high until you get stuck, then switch to 4 low to get out.

The only time I switch gears with the transmission (from drive to 3,2, or 1) is when I want to go really slow and keep it there. However, when I "play" in the snow, it's Drive only.

Does this answer your question? If not, let me know! Thanks

the brakes slows the movement of the car then the trans and engine slows with that I guess you know you have brakes on all 4 wheels by braking you are slowing down the wheels

I suggest you take it back to whoever did your transmission.

normal at start up when it is cold. once it warms up it should shift normal.
top off transmission fluid.

cherokee sport 2000 starts movement with third gear, that results heavy or slow moving