Even the older bmws are noted for being classics on the outside and. I bought this e90 320d with just 69k miles on the clock verified and with full bmw service history, so i thought that i was getting a good car, and being a. So if you want to maintain your transmission you should read it even if you dont have any problem in your transmission right now. The zf s637 is a 6speed manual transmission manufactured by zf friedrichshafen ag. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the bmw 3 series in one spot to help you decide if its a smart buy. The bmw 320d e90 2008 model signifies sedan 2 litre diesel auto and this is a brilliant car.
Bmw 5 series 6 speed manual gear box with clutch payment on collection no pay pal. The chart below shows e36 e46 e90 e91 e92 e93 e85 e86 e83 e82 e88 transmission gear ratios. However, this week i spent time with both a 2016 m235i and 2011 1m coupe, and the manual problem persists. The e46 is the fourth generation of 3 series and was on sale between 1998 and 2006 in its various. E90 330d steptronic gearbox overclockers uk forums.
Bmw e90 manual transmission fluid replacement e91, e92, e93. No more gearbox problems while shifting of gears and jerking is all done up. This will reset your transmission shifting to original factory settings. Jan 25, 20 the bmw 3 series was introduced in 1975 as a twodoor, however it was arguably the secondgeneration version released in 1982, which started what is today a benchmark small executive car in terms. Bmw 1 3 series e81 e87 e90 lci 120d 320d n47 manual gearbox start stop warranty fits. So if you want to maintain your transmission you should read it even if you dont have. Bmw will let me know exactly whats wrong with my car. Hi, i made a joke r50 000, did mention only joking, but for information i read that a new turbo fitted could cost around r 000 but turbo failure on the e90 has not been a problem, these e90 are built very strong, so maybe at 200 000km you will need a turbo, also depends on how you drive it. When driving around town in the 20 to 50 mph range the transmission is quite often in the wrong gear when you try to accelerate. Some people say to change the oil around now, but it is supposed to be sealed for life. E90 automatic transmission problem roadfly car forum. A mint, one owner, 30,000 mile example, it seemed like a good buy. Bmw e90 320i automatic gearbox in south africa gumtree.
I had my first drive in e90 on the weekend m sport and manual and i was impressed. Nov 02, 2011 i have a 2006 bmw 325i e90 where the steptronic mode on transmission will not engage into ds setting or manual setting when gear shift is moved to the left. In practice, its been one of the most unreliable cars hes ever owned, and the dmf needed replacing at 34,000 miles along with the clutch and gearbox. Its well known that the bmw 3 series sets the standard for. The footwell module is supplied power from four fuses located in the engine compartment ebox, fuses, f36, f41, f52, f56 check with the latest repair information to confirm fuse numbers.
I been up to date with my taking care of it and one day it just stop working, the reverse just doesnt do nothing, i havent done anything to try to correct it because simply is to much for me the cost for it is 4,000 dollars and i just dont have the money to do it, i feel its not fair what bmw has done. I have the manual gearbox in mine, we have driven to. Bmw 320d problems questions on bmw 320d problems answered. My brother in law has a 56 plate e90 320d m sport 6 speed manual, which he bought from a bmw dealer approved used a year ago. Gearbox solenoid change jerking problem solved e90 thks aaron for the advice, i went to ws today and got all my problems solved. In these vehicles, transmission fluid seepage may be visible in the area of the transmission oil pan. To see how frequently bmw 3series problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Doing so will extend the life of your transmission. E90 automatic transmission problem when driving around town in the 20 to 50 mph range the transmission is quite often in the wrong gear when you try to accelerate. Invariably the gear is too high and the transmission must abruptly downshift to respond to the throttle. Bmw 3 series sedan e90 320d 163 hp sedan 2005 2006 2007 technical specs, fuel consumption, dimensions, 163 hp, 225 kmh, 9. Economical diesel engines culminating in amazingly efficient 320d efficient dynamics at 109gkm of co2. Bmw 3series e90 e92 forum bmw e90e92e93 3series general forums regional forums uk uk technical forum 320d manual gearbox problem doesnt going in to 1st thread tools search this thread.
Therefore, it is a good idea to service your fluid every 60,000 miles. When this failure starts to occur, shift quality and speed, torque transfer and. Feb 23, 2011 manual trannie first gear problem an update to all who offered their helpful suggestions with my problem. Bmw 320d dmf technical matters back room forum honest. Solidly built, excellent road handling and brilliant at 5. Some years have problems with oil pressure which requires a complete engine. Jan 20, 2015 i have found this amazing article about the transmission in bmw e90s so im reposting it here in my blog with updated pictures and part numbers to match zf 6hp21. These harsh upshifts and downshifts are often due to a ttc clutch failure, overheating, damaged solenoid, worn selenoid springs and other problems with the mechatronic unit. Troubleshooting bmw transmission problems youcanic. Gearbox solenoid change jerking problem solved e90 bmw. Auto gearbox on e90 330d m sport bmw 34 series tyresmoke. Currently seeking to replace my 320d m sport e90 07, manual, and move upto a 330d but theres a shortage of manual ones as approved used vehicles in the dealer network.
Bmw 3 series e90 320d efficientdynamics edition 6mt 163 hp. Bmws tend to break down a lot, and parts and servicing is wildly expensive. Bmws equipped with automatic transmissions regardless of whether they are zf or gm are what is called adaptive and learn to shift in. Common repairs on the bmw e90 3 series bimmershops. A common problem many bmw owners face is the automatic. I have found this amazing article about the transmission in bmw e90s so im reposting it here in my blog with updated pictures and part numbers to match zf 6hp21. Common bmw transmission problems transmission mechatronic sleeve. Find the answer to this and other bmw questions on justanswer.
Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for bmw e46 automatic gearbox. The fifth generation of the bmw 3 series consists of the bmw e90 sedan, bmw e91 wagon, marketed as touring, bmw e92 coupe and bmw e93 convertible compact executive cars. It is designed for longitudinal engine applications, and is rated to handle up to 370 newton metres 273 lbf. The bmw 3 series was introduced in 1975 as a twodoor, however it was arguably the secondgeneration version released in 1982, which started what. Dec 16, 2015 this is bmw e90 320i 200612 the clutch was gone in the motorway without any noises or any symptoms before that. Forget buying bmw parts from bmw in australia they are the same as citroen and volvo. Part numbers are equivalent to the printed versions available from local u. I have a 2006 bmw 325i e90 where the steptronic mode on transmission will not engage into ds setting or manual setting when gear shift. Invariably the gear is too high and the transmission must abruptly downshift to respond to.
Gearbox solenoid change jerking problem solved e90. So in the 6 years time of ownership, i only had to do a repair to the manual. The bmw e90 manual transmission fluid is filled at the factory with lifetime fluid green arrow. Manual trannie first gear problem an update to all who offered their helpful suggestions with my problem. Everything about your zf automatic transmission issues. I was the previous owner of a bmw 325i that i have been told needs a new transmission. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. That is full system capacity, which includes all the oil in the transmission, oil pan, and torque converter. Wondered if anyone else has had similar gearpower delivery problems with their e90. Manual transmission e90 models utilize a reverse light switch in the transmission that sends a signal to the footwell module to activate the reverse light bulbs.
This can result in problems when the owner is shifting gears, and is a flashing red light. Bmw manual gearbox for sale in uk view 52 bargains. If youre unsure of the last service, replace the fluid as soon as possible. Bmw zf mechatronics are notorious for problems with 2 to 1 st gear downshift or shift flare during the upshift. Its unacceptable that a car with so low miles, has been maintained and driven gently has experienced this problem. Bmw e90 reverse light switch replacement e91, e92, e93. The e9x was the first 3 series sold with a turbocharged petrol engine. I have a 2000 323ci bmw and all of sudden my reverse stop working for no reason at all. The following week i took my e90 into the seattle bmw dealer and went on a test drive with one of their service managers. Gearbox problems there could be many possible versions of this situation.
So i just recently got my e90 330d sport, its running fine at the minute but someone has just told me their prone to gearbox problems, any truth in this. Bmw 5 series 6 speed manual gear box with clutch payment on collection no pay pal please. The bmw 3 series is the companys biggest selling range and comprises of compact executive sedans. Throw in the fact that its a bmw, and the need for regular maintenance becomes quite clear. The 6hp28 was the second generation of the 6hp gearbox, introduced in. View gumtree free online classified ads for bmw e90 320i automatic gearbox and more in south africa. Still, when the gearbox failed, i was still able to drive back home using only. Although it is among the smaller of bmws product line, the 3 series is still a highly complex piece of engineering and technology. Bmw 3series transmission problems and repair descriptions. It is an intermittent fault but happening more regularly.
Our covid19 community guidelines tips, advice and news related to trading on gumtree during the covid19 crisis. Zf lifeguard fluid or as recommended in owners manual. Bmw steptronic transmissionbest of both worlds bmw blog. I have driven 4 e90s a 330 manual, a 330 automatic, and two 325 automatics and have noticed what i perceive to be a problem with the 6 speed automatic transmission.
E90,e91,e92,e93 this is one way of fixing your jerky transmission, but if this did not work 100% then stay tuned for an update video. Bmw geonuine oem car manual gearboxes parts for sale ebay. Thats because this manumatic gearbox offers the best of both worlds. After driving a manual bmw, and again being left utterly disappointed with the gear shift, i think its about time we called on bmw to make a manual. Bmw 3series e90 e92 forum bmw e90e92e93 3series general forums regional forums uk uk technical forum help. While the owners manual does provide a great deal of information on dealing with bmw 320d problems, it may not cover all the possible problems the owner may have to deal with. Documents are official bmw 3 series manuals in standard zippdf format. Find bmw e90 320i automatic gearbox in south africa. Bmw e90 gearbox in south africa gumtree classifieds in. Like if the car is really 3 years old, if it really having 42,000 km on the dash, if it was not resurrected from a totalloss position or if the car is clean and has had necessary service history within bmw database. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The e90e91e92e93 was produced from 2004 to 20 and is often collectively referred to as the e90 or e9x. Common repairs on the bmw e90 3 series one of the topselling luxury cars in all of north america from 20062012, the bmw e90 3series has a variety of common problems, but it should not discourage owners from purchasing one of these stellar vehicles that included the e90 sedan, e91 sport wagon, e92 coupe and e93 convertible.
Too many coil, injector and high pressure fuel pump problems on petrol engines. Some years have problems with oil pressure which requires a complete engine rebuild, often at under 40,000 miles. Bmw adaptive transmission reset e90, e91, e92, e93, e82, e88. Just be careful with whomever you choose to service the car.