Kicks When Accelerate in Low Gear

[xorlando]

so I've had my 2005 Linear Wagon out a few times now. Only complaint is an issue as follows.
I thought this was due to some bad shifting on my part, but it occurs after I put it in gear, and even if I'm already in gear and accelerate from a low speed.

What happens is, I feel a kind of kick and hear a clunk sound from the rear. It's not a jolt. More like something turning under tension and the tension snaps.

Happens when I accelerate in first or second, doesn't seem to happen in the higher gears.

The OS thinks it might be a U-joint issue. After a little reading (very little) I'm wondering if it's a loose clutch or slipping wheel. I'm still learning clutch nomenclature.

That said it's perplexing bc it definitely feels like it's coming from the rear, not the clutch or FWD area.

[southsaab]

Just a guess, but if the action is in the rear, it could be rear brake related. Possibly sticky e-brake. Or rear pads not fully releasing.

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[xorlando]

I thought I'd update here, several other clutch-threads seemed geared towards DIY.
Mine died Sunday night not long after getting on the parkway. I'd driven out from a park but was suddenly getting the "shift up" light though in fifth. I slowed down, eventually stopping, and determined no gears were catching. Local Saab-friendly mechanic has verified it's the clutch assembly. Hoopefully nothing more than that. Not sure if that will address the earlier 'lurch" issue though.