A few months ago i picked up a 2012 bmw 328i sedan with a manual transmission. How to code the vehicle order make sure you watch part 1, how to install. Aug 24, 2017 youll have to dig through if you want part numbers. 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. Get 2012 bmw 328i manual transmission pdf file for free from our online library pdf file.
Many different transmissions can be used for this swap. Hi all, someone that came and looked at my car today as its for sale asked me if it was possible to swop a 5 speed manual 325i box with a 6 speed manual 330i box. I was in a toss up about if i should even keep the car and do the swap or not. I want to manual swap my zf 99 328is with a 98 323ic getrag. Hi everybody, i am looking to swap the trans in my 91 325i to manual.
Well one of our members has graciously provided us with an amazing diy on how to ditch that clunky and sad excuse for a transmission and get something a little more fun for your e36. Although the technology of the smg sequential manual gearbox was really cool and had lightningfast shifting. So here i am, i am wondering what the cost of the swap would be if i. Swap the pedal box, add the hydraulics for the clutch and add small parts for the gear linkage. Contact a snapon sales representa tive for availability of other modules and optional equipment. May 06, 2010 bmw e30 transmission swap automatic to manual bmw e90 valve train lifter ticknoise reinstalling rear axles into hub the right way with the proper tool e30, bmw, porsche, etc. The e46 4 sedan was introduced as a 1999 model as both the 323i and 328i. Reinstalling the new manual transmission driveshaft. How to remove vanos and cylinder head m50 m52 s50 applications duration. Differential swap my mailing address for correspondence or swag of any kind is on my about page. Use original e36 clutch fork, retaining clip, ball pin. Bmw e46 zhp 330i 330ci 6 speed manual zf transmission swap.
At 145k miles the automatic transmission died on the highway while i was coming back from work at 330am. E46 5 speed to 6 speed conversion bmwfanatics forum. Rebolt up the bell housing to engine and start installing the new cross member brace to support the transmission. Learn how and when to remove this becomes available for 325 models with automatic transmission. The e46 3 series vehicle offers more comfort, safety, space and equipment than the previ ous e36, without compromising the sporty characteristics of the 3 series vehicle. Whether youre a professional or a doityourself bmw owner, this manual will help you understand, care for and repair your car.
Driveshaft e36 328iisic manual transmission 19961998. The e464 sedan was introduced as a 1999 model as both the 323i and 328i. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. Used bmw 3 series with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Once that is all done, you need to check the differences in wiring, and adapt that to be as close to the manual as possible, then get a vin from a manual and recode the entire car to manual spec. These models would be 3series through 91, 5series through 88, 6series through 89, 7series through 87 and the 2002, bavaria and cs models. Parts required for bmw e90 automatic to manual swap part. If your automatic transmission gave up, or you want to install a turbo in your car or just like the extra power, whatever the reason you might one day want to install a 5 speed transmission ino your car.
Manual transmission bearings, manual transmission shafts. Sep 28, 2010 so in theory you have two options, ether reprogram the current dme to become manual, or swap in a manual programmed dme and align the ews electronic immobilization system. Bmw e46 325i touring full manual transmission conversion swap with wiring. Also feel free to pass knowledge down about the rest of the swap.
Many products that you buy can be obtained using instruction manuals. And that is exactly the same place where the motronik is in my car in engine room right side. Bmw zf 6hp8hp transmission swap matching bimmerscan. 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. Feb 05, 2015 automatic to manual transmission swap.
Page 61018 of the e36 bentley manual says transmission control module19921998location. Going hot boi merch andy being the practical guy he is, decided to pick up a 2000 bmw 323i wagon. I did a supercharger, engine swap and manual trans all for about 6k in total. You can also look at various posts on e46fanatics for the details on this swap. Bmw e34 5 series, tuning, repairs, troubleshooting. I found someone on another site e46 fanatics and bimmerforums to recode the switch. Astrolinguistics design of a linguistic system for interstellar communication based on logic, automotive repair guides, and many other ebooks. If u want to go with the six make sure u use everything flywheel clutch transmission transmission chassis bracket driveshaft differential axles must also match differential but u can always swap out the flanges to from the original. Bmw e46 325i touring full manual transmission conversion swap. So here i am, i am wondering what the cost of the swap would be if i had a shop do all the work. This way, you can align it with the differential easier. In this video i go over what parts are needed if you are planning on doing a automatic to manual transmission conversion. Help me with the swap, such as compatibility issues with guibo and driveshaft and differential flanges. Mar 18, 2010 the earlier model bmws are relatively straight forward to convert from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission.
In that ebox is the engine control module and auto transmission control module. You can follow any responses to this entry through the rss 2. The e46 is the successor to the e36 and is the next evolution in the 3 series development. Bmw e30 transmission swap automatic to manual bmw e90 valve train lifter ticknoise reinstalling rear axles into hub the right way with the proper tool e30, bmw, porsche, etc. Driveshaft e36 328i isic manual transmission 19961998. The following 1 user i do the repair to any zf 5spd box that i remove to save me having to do it later. Febi manual transmission fluid 75w80 1 liter fully synthetic high performance gl5 gear oil excellent lubricating properties, high ageing resistance, and high wetting and adhesion properties. Bmw e46 auto to manual transmission swap user name.
Bmw e30 transmission swap automatic to manual rts your. It all started a few months back when my good friend steve jones called me up in the middle of the night i had been sleeping to. Bmw e46 auto to manual transmission swap bmw forum. E46 m3 clutch and release bearing must be used because e46 m3 input shaft uses a larger spline size than e36. If you need any help let me know and i can send you some info. Complete manual transmissions for bmw 328i for sale ebay. Bmw automatic to 5speed transmission conversion bavarian. Universal shift knob manual 5 speed transmission gearbox for bmw e34 e39 e46 e90. Bmw zf 6hp8hp transmission swap matching bmw zf 6hp bmw e series and f series vehicles equipped with the zf 6hp8hp transmissions, and the ews4 system starting with the e70, x5, the transmission control module mechatronic is mated with the. Uuc directfit clutch for the e46 m3 flywheel eliminates the selfadjusting clutch sac mechanism, resulting in better pedal feel, greater reliability. I had already read a lot on about how to do a automatic to a manual transmission swap, and gathered most of the expensive parts. How to code the vehicle order make sure you watch part 1, how to install inpa, before you watch this video.
When using the 5 speed such as the zf s5d 320 or getrag 250 the standard 5 speed e36 linkages can be used. May 21, 2016 bmw zf 6hp8hp transmission swap matching bmw zf 6hp bmw e series and f series vehicles equipped with the zf 6hp8hp transmissions, and the ews4 system starting with the e70, x5, the transmission control module mechatronic is mated with the dme, casfem modules for the specific vehicle. You can find engine, transmission and rear end swaps from a e46 m3 in total for about 68k and do the work yourself. Some of the illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules an d optional equipment that are not included on your system. E36 328 manual conversion ecu thinks its an auto pelican. Youll have to dig through if you want part numbers. A driveshaft from an e30 m3 or e36 328i manual can be used. My auto died so ive finally found a shop willing to stuff a manual in my 330. Automatic to 5speed swap sick of that slush box in your e36. Worked on every bmw i have ever performed a 5sd swap. I want to keep the car because it has been in my family its whole life.
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