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Practical guide to repairing a faulty BMW gearbox

BMW has built up a solid reputation thanks to the comfort of life on board its vehicles, whose elegant design does not go unnoticed. Of course, the robustness and road holding of the different models also play in favour of the German brand. However, no car is immune to faults and it is quite possible for a BMW gearbox problem to arise without you being prepared.

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  • an unusual BMW gearbox noise;
  • a permanently lit Gearbox BMW e60 light;
  • oil traces Gearbox BMW e60 on your vehicle's path;
  • a burning smell from the Gearbox BMW Serie 1 f20 ;
  • a message Gearbox BMW X1 indicating an anomaly;
  • inappropriate gear selections on a BMW e46 automaticGearbox ;
  • gears that don't shift or skip on a Gearbox BMW Serie 1 e87 mechanical;
  • etc.

By paying close attention to the behaviour of your car, you will quickly be able to detect a Gearbox BMW e60 fault, a Gearbox BMW 525d e60 fault and any malfunction that affects other models of the manufacturer.

 

 

The rest of the repair will be carried out in three stages. The first step is to identify the reference of the defective box, establish a diagnosis and then proceed with the actual repair.

A visit to shop will be necessary if conventional solutions such as repairing the linkage Gearbox BMW e46, changing the oil Gearbox BMW X5 e53, setting the parameters of the automaticGearbox e90 or refilling theoil Gearbox BMW X3 e83 are ruled out by the repairer.

 

 

Which reference should I choose if I need to buy a BMW gearbox?

On the first generation, the Gearbox BMW X3 2005 was a BVM6 as standard but the BMW X3 e83 automatic gearbox was available as an option. The Gearbox BMW X3 3.0d 6-speed manual thus coexists with the Gearbox BMW X3 e83 3.0d 5-speed automatic depending on the engine chosen. Later, the Gearbox BMW X3 f25 -produced from 2010- became a BVM6 or a BVA8, always depending on the engine. The BMW X3 gearbox is available in two versions on the latest models: Steptronic and Steptronic Sport. These two automatic transmissions have 6 speeds.

When the saloon was born in 2004, the BMW 1 Series gearbox was natively a BVM6 except for the one coupled to the 116i 115 bhp unit which was then a BVM5. As an option, the manufacturer offered a BVA6. Three years later, the BVM5 disappeared. Whether your vehicle is equipped with a Gearbox BMW Serie 1 118d or another model, it is either a Gearbox automatic BMW Serie 1 with 6 gears or a BVM6. The BVA8 makes its debut with the launch of the second generation of the saloon in 2011. Currently, the 1 Series is available with three types of gearboxes: manual, robotised manual or automatic. The number of gears varies from 6 to 8.

 

 

You may be having difficulties with a BMW X5 automatic gearbox. The BMW X5 e53 automatic gearbox was a BVA5 before it included a BVA6 and you will easily be able to find a Gearbox used BMW X5 e53 automatic if yours needs replacing. The Gearbox automatic BMW X5 e70 is a 6-speed model. From the F15 generation onwards, the Gearbox automatic for BMW X5 has 6 gears.

In the SUV segment, we can mention the BMW X1 gearbox. The Gearbox BMW X1 sdrive 18i 136 bhp is a Gearbox manual BMW X1. The BMW X1 xDrive20i 70 bhp automatic gearbox, on the other hand, is a Steptronic.

The BMW Serie 5 gearbox is also very diverse. The Gearbox BMW e61 is a BVM6 as standard, also available as an optional BVA6. The same applies to the BMW e60 gearbox. The Gearbox BMW e60 530d xDrive 235 bhp is therefore a mechanical 6-speed gearbox as standard. The BMW 530d e60 automatic transmission is available as an option for the same power output. The Gearbox BMW e60 automatic benefits from Steptronic technology. The Gearbox BMW 535d e60 mechanical transmission is mainly coupled with an all-wheel drive system.

 

 

As for the BMW 3 Series Sedan gearbox, the Bavarian brand has recently opted for Steptronic and Steptronic Sport transmissions. As for the BMW e90 gearbox, it is available in a mechanical or automatic version with 6 gears in each case. The BMW e46 gearbox of the previous generation was a 6-speed manual gearbox. However, the Gearbox BMW e46 330d and the Gearbox BMW e46 320d could be equipped with between 4 and 6 gears depending on the power.

 

What steps should I follow to repair BMW gearboxes efficiently?

From the outset, you should be aware that the repair process requires specialist knowledge. In addition, very specific tools are needed to intervene with precision at each stage of the repair. This means that a professional must be called in. You can entrust your problem Gearbox BMW e90 to a local craftsman, go to a repairer recommended by your dealer to solve a problem Gearbox BMW Serie 3 or go through an auto centre to solve a problem Gearbox BMW X1, for example. The most important thing is to make sure that your faulty gearbox is left in the care of a professional with the necessary skills.

As for the actual repair, it requires a diagnosis to be made beforehand. Your help will be useful since the signs of malfunction that you have noticed will help the mechanic to identify the elements to be checked as a priority.

 

 

If the breakdown is manifested by cracking noises or other unusual Gearbox BMW X1 noises, the professional can check the attachment of the mechanical components, the oil level and possibly carry out an oil change Gearbox BMW X1. It should be noted that the lubricant used must be adapted to the technical characteristics of your vehicle. Thus, the BMW X1 e84 automatic gearbox oil is not necessarily suitable for another model.

It may be a long time since your last oil change Gearbox BMW X3 e83. In this case, the oil is certainly heavily contaminated, especially if you use your vehicle regularly. This can lead to resistance in the mechanism and thus prevent or complicate gear changes. Fouling also causes parts to wear out prematurely due to lack of lubrication. If a visual inspection is not sufficient to identify the type of fault, the removal of Gearbox BMW X3 is perfectly justified.

You may find that your BMW e46 gearbox hangs up. It is possible that this is due to the wrong BMW e46 gearbox oil. It may also be due to the clutch system or the deterioration of the Gearbox BMW e46 320d support, for example. If the BMW e46 gearbox oil change is effective in solving lubrication problems, another solution may be suggested depending on the precise cause of the fault.

Removal Gearbox BMW 1 Series is not systematically required. The repair could be limited to anoil change or a gearbox change.

Following the same logic, dismantling Gearbox BMW e90 is not necessary if the problem comes from theoil Gearbox BMW e90. On the other hand, removal Gearbox BMW 318d e90, Gearbox BMW 320d e90 -or other generation- may be necessary if certain parts needing repair are difficult to access. Please note that an oil change Gearbox BMW e90 is required prior to removal. Afterwards, an oil Gearbox BMW e90 320d or a lubricant compatible with the version you drive should be used after the installation. Naturally, all components including the linkage Gearbox BMW e90 will be thoroughly checked before the return of your vehicle.

As you may have noticed, there can be different solutions to the same problem. This is because the symptoms are sometimes the same, even if their origins vary. This is why it is essential to make a diagnosis by carefully studying the defective box.

Some breakdowns can be avoided, especially those resulting from poor maintenance. Ask your garage for advice on the ideal oil change intervals for Gearbox automatic BMW X5 e70 or Gearbox automatic BMW Serie 3. Ask your garage for advice on the best references foroil Gearbox automatic BMW X5 e53,oil Gearbox automatic BMW X5 e70,oil Gearbox BMW Serie 3 and any other fluid that preserves the performance of the gearbox concerned.

 

 

It should be noted that the models and generations mentioned above are provided for illustrative purposes. You will therefore have to adapt your steps according to the exact model of your vehicle, knowing that the Gearbox automatic BMW 3 Series and that of other vehicles produced by BMW cannot always be interchanged.

 

How to buy a BMW gearbox at the right price?

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