I suggest using four jack stands and slowly raising the vehicle to the required height. Gear fluid change impees diy transmission gear fluid change for bmw 318i e46 how to change transmission gear fluid yourself. If you trackrace your vehicle or are a more aggressive driver, we suggest a bmw e46 transmission service even more frequently. The following are steps highlighting replacing the transmission fluid in a bmw e46 with a manual gearbox. Genuine bmw 75w90 transmission fluid 1 liter this manual transmission fluid from bmw is approved by the factory for transmission service. The fill plug is normally on the passenger side of the transmission case, near the middle of the side of the case. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair, so. But all of you are missing out on fantastic vehicles because people with no experience with the system love to perpetuate the myth that the transmission murders puppies and gave your grandmother glaucoma. How to check and fill fluids 9706 bmw 325xi in the video, 1a auto shows how to check and fill engine oil. This is the standard bmw recommendation for transmission oil in 20042014 6speed manual transmissions. Bmw diy video how to change manual transmission fluid on. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change.
The oil level should be checked while the car is on a level surface. I have noticed my gears have been notchy and at times hard to shift into first gear on a cold start up. Bmw m3 smg e46 delayed shift, long shift time, slow gear change duration. This recommendation is for normal driving conditions. Yeah, reading obsession will not isolated make you have any favourite activity.
Diy transmission oil change bmw e46 automatic duration. I picked up two quarts of royal purple synchromax fluid in their cool. Next you will find documentation from the bentley manual on how to change your oil in a e46. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development.
Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. I want to change the transmission fluid, but want to make sure i locate the correct fill and drain plugs. Changing all fluids, except my dealer says the 6spd manual transmission oil never needs changing unless it is leaking differential yes, trans no. Use fluid pump to fill differential as shown in top picture.
The bmw repair guide recommends at a minimum an e46 transmission service fluid change every 60,000 miles, and a fluid and filter change every 120,000 miles. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission makes a great car even better. Im looking to change my transmission fluid on my 2002 m3. Atf change diyfaq pictures e46fanatics this is a thread about how the fluid isnt lifetime. Drive the car around enough to warm things up dont just let it sit and idle. Be sure to check capacities in your vehicles owners manual to verify the amount and type you need. Bmw e46 transmission service automatic 19982005 3 series. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmws e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. This part is listed by bmw as bmw part number 83222339221 83222339221 and is described as genuine bmw mtflt3 manual transmission fluid. Genuine bmw mtf lt3 manual transmission fluid for 6speed. Manual transmission fluid change bmw e46 3 series diy. Bmw e46 manual transmission fluid change diy youtube.
Apr 26, 2016 step by step instructions for changing manual transmission fluid. Use this oil if your transmission has a mtf label on the side. You should warm up the transmission fluid before draining. Seans54 flushed my transmission fluid with red line d4 atf. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid.
There are numerous posts of people using redline and royal purple fluid vs oem fluid. You should warm up the transmission fluid before draining it. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Anyway, when i bought my m3 i put redline synthetic atf in the trans and its been great. Close fill plug, make sure you use a new seal ring. Ok, maybe your grandmothers glaucoma is an overblown reason for her to get legal. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg unit.
Drive your vehicle for about five minutes to warm the. Specifically, my car is a 1001 2002 330xi sedan 5speed. Bimmerforums is the preferred online bmw forum and community for bmw owners. If your transmission is shifting slowly, sloppily, or if its overly loud, these are good signs that its time to perform a transmission service. Mar 14, 2008 im attempting to change the transmission fluid on my 96 328, but the filler plug is on there pretty tightat least i didnt find that out after i had drained the fluid. How to change your bmw automatic transmission fluid 320i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 335i, 530i, 630i, x3, z4. The service due is shown with reset if the minimum consumption limit has been reached.
The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. While all of us know the importance of regular engine oil changes and the penalties of neglecting this common maintenance task there are two other important fluid changes that we tend to ignore. I had my e46 manual gearbox oil changed in the hope it would free off the notchyness of the change. Fill differential until oil reaches the edge of the filler hole. Does anyone know how many litres of transmission oil and diff oil are required and what other sealsplugs are needed when changing the oils out. The bentley manual has a photo of the m3 smg transmission which didnt help me. They have continued to create vehicles with intuitive designs.
My transmission was not feeling so hot after 80,000 miles and a good number of track days. Always thought i wanted the manual because i thought id read that the smg was a bit jerky clunky in normal automatic mode. We also have a special tune for the smg to manual conversion, developed by frank smith, that adjusts the idle to the correct level and can be coupled with a performance tune upon request. Today, were going to be changing the transmission fluid on. Manual transmission fluid change royal purple synchromax. Fluid change diy a diy on changing your manual transmission fluid on a bmw e46 3series. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Our professionals are here to help make sure you find the answers you need to your questions and our community is here to help other brainstorm. If youre interested in a specific brand of bmw m3 transmission fluid products, we carry popular brands like pentosin. Step by step instructions for changing manual transmission fluid. Manual transmission fluid change please set the record.
Bmw e46 manual transmission fluid change diy a diy on changing your manual transmission fluid on a bmw e46 3series. Today, were going to be changing the transmission fluid on my 2002 bmw 330i 5speed. Manual transmission fluid your manual transmission can take a heck of a beating over the years and it is one of the most neglected service areas on a car. Manual transmission mount, bmw e12 528i530i, e28 535i, e24 635csi. I am close to 102k miles and never changed the transmission fluid, is it a good idea to change it. Bmw m3 manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Zeckhausen modified clutch delay valve replacing your differential fluid short shift kit autosolutions ultimate kit short shift kit rogue engineering short shift kit uuc evo ii short shifter transmission mounts manual transmission fluid change bleeding. It did help the gear change massively but its still not on par with the change in the civic type r i had prior to the m3.
Its important to note, this method of fluid change does not remove all of the. Bmw e30 manual transmission fluid swap bmw e30 manual transmission fluid check and change. Step 1 purchase your transmission filter and gasket. How to change your bmw automatic transmission fluid 320i. How to flush your transmission fluid bmw e46 m3 youtube. At bimmerforums, you will find technical howto information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel and tire combinations and model specific details not found anywhere else. Jun 03, 2019 the bmw repair guide recommends at a minimum an e46 transmission service fluid change every 60,000 miles, and a fluid and filter change every 120,000 miles. Hi guys my e46 m3 is going to need a service soon and i want to change the cars transmission and differential oil. You can follow this for a manual but i did this on my smg, basically the same, just a few hydraulic lines in the way of the filler plug you need an 8mm and 17mm socket 2 litres of transmission fluid buy 3 just incase fluid pumpsyphon drain traybottle or a mate you dont likes driveway able to get car in the air the fluid i used with the. Easier than you think, more important than you know. Jan 30, 2018 bmw m3 smg e46 delayed shift, long shift time, slow gear change duration. Replacement transmission mounts for m3 m235ir, or as a great upgrade for streetdriven e36 e46 cars. Q i have 2004 330i with the smg transmission and 1,000 miles the fluid has been changed twice by the dealership.
Last you will find the official directions from zf on how fill and check the atf fluid. Oct 21, 2011 im looking to change my transmission fluid on my 2002 m3. Car shifts smoother and performs flawlessly on track. The drain plug is on the bottom of the transmission, typically at the rear. I picked up two quarts of royal purple synchromax fluid in their cool squeeze bottles this is key later. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission. Fluid pump auto zone transmission fluid bmw dealership socket and ratchet. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive stance and body design that still competes with todays exotic cars. Before i put a ton of force into it, i want to make check that. With the advent of bmw including scheduled maintenance in effect on cars since 1997, many are uncomfortable with letting fluid change intervals go the distance recommended by the serviced indicator lights, a series of green, yellow, and red lights on the instrument cluster which determine when the car needs service.
Drive your vehicle for about five minutes to warm the transmission fluid. Bmw manual transmission parts quality has forever been a fundamental slice of the bmw brand, which has positioned the company as an elite brand within the auto industry since day one. A bmw e46 transmission service is inexpensive insurance against early failure of your vehicles drivetrain. E46 m3 manual transmission fluid change service this is a helpful guide on how to change the manual transmission fluid on a bmw e46 m3. How to change transmission fluid on e46 m3 smg youtube.
Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2006 bmw m3 when you shop the largest online selection at. Mar 30, 2020 this bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission makes a great car even better. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. E92 m3 manual gearbox oil change discussion in general maintenance, upgrades and modifications started by nicom3, oct 25, 2018. Manual transmission fluid change please set the record straight. The clutch switch and brake switch must be installed and wired appropriately to retain the function of a true manual transmission e46 m3. Hold trip reset while turning ignition key to on position. Reverse light switch manual transmissions 23147524811. Bmw x3 manual transmission fluid change cost estimate this part is listed by bmw as bmw part number. Manual transmission parts for 2006 bmw m3 for sale ebay. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission makes. Handsdown, it is the number one brand of high performance lubricant for bmws. If done correctly this will not cause any problems to your automatic transmission. E46 auto transmission fluid change pics and lab report e46fanatics.
Bmw e46 nonm3 smg transmission fluid change questions. E46 manual transmission fluid change diy e46 manual transmission fluid change reading e46 manual transmission fluid change diy is a good habit. The fluid assists in the lubrication and heat disputation of the transmission, and even though it is in a closed environment, the fluid can become old and contaminated. Hold button until one of the following words appear in the display. This is a helpful guide on how to change the manual transmission fluid on a bmw e46 m3. Change transmission fluid with redline d4 atf or similar. Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3s. On a manual transmission case figure 2 there are both a fill plug and a drain plug.
I would check all the input and output flanges for leaking seals replace if necessary. Just bought a 2002 e46 m3 and i am experiencing the classic differential whine when turning at slow speeds. Bmw e46 manual transmission fluid replacement bmw 325i. A diy on changing your manual transmission fluid on a bmw e46 3series. Manual transmission fluid change my transmission was not feeling so hot after 80,000 miles and a good number of track days. Change differential fluid with liqui moly 75w140 or similar.
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