I'm having the exact same problem with my 98 micra 1.3 auto. It jusdder and makes a loud screeching sound, and usually does it a very low speed. It's also much more likely to happen when the engine is cold, and/or when the weather is damp. The problem is happening more and more often, so I recently took it to an auto "specialist" who did not know what it was ???? (some specialist) !!
Did you get it fixed, and if you did, please can you let me know what the problem was, as I am getting worried something is going to break anytime soon in the engine/gearbox, and it's only done 29,000 genuine miles !
Thanks.
