Article by: M55555 Article applies to: All e39 models with a manual transmission. Parts/Tools Needed: 1 x 25117546373 Shift Lever 1 x 25111220600 Shift Bearing 4 x 25111220439 Yellow Washers 2 x 25111220379 Circlip Needle Nose Pliers Long Flathead Screwdriver Lithium Grease Jack Stands + Jack Soapy Water Installation: I […]
Topic: Driveline & Transmission
e39 (540i) Transmission Mounts Replacement
Article by: BlackBMWs Applies to: All BMW e39 chassis models with the automatic steptronic transmission. E39 Brothers, Yesterday, I replaced my transmission mounts. I have 83k miles on my 1999 540it with the M62TU engine. Replace Transmission mounts: There are two Transmission mounts positioned in an aluminum support brace aft […]
e39 540i Engine Mounts Replacement
Article by: BlackBMWs Applies to: All BMW e39 chassis models with the M62 engine. E39 Brothers, Yesterday, I replaced my engine mounts. I have 83k miles on my 1999 540it with the M62TU engine. I decided to swap all the mounts as I suspected they were weak or failed. The […]
E36 + Z3 Clutch Replacement
Article by: Vinci Article applies to: This guide specifically covers the process on a 1998 M Roadster, however, the process is nearly identical for all Z3s and many E36s (some differences exist for OBD1 cars). This guide covers the process of removing the E36/Z3 transmission for the purpose of servicing […]
ZF S5D-320Z 5-Speed Detent Pins
Article by: Vinci & mplazz Article applies to: all models with the ZF S5D 320Z 5-speed manual transmission. Introduction: This guide covers the process of replacing and updating the shift pins of the ZF S5D 320Z 5-speed manual transmission used in many of the BMW 6-cylinder models. This is a […]
ZF S5D-320Z 5-Speed Detent Pins
Article by: Vinci & mplazz Article applies to: all models with the ZF S5D 320Z 5-speed manual transmission. Introduction: This guide covers the process of replacing and updating the shift pins of the ZF S5D 320Z 5-speed manual transmission used in many of the BMW 6-cylinder models. This is a […]
