BMW 3 Series E46 Car Gearbox

Manual box and transmission line specifications
Separate characteristics are also given in the text of the Chapter and, if they are mandatory, are highlighted in bold Manual transmission design 5-speed, all...

Removal and installation of a manual transmission
Manual gearbox (RKPP) can be removed without removing the engine. The box is removed if it is necessary to remove the clutch or replace or repair the box. It...

Removal and installation of the gear lever
Gearshift drive 1 - shift lever 2 - support sleeve 3 - support pin 4 - support 5 - gear lever 7 - support 8 - case 9 - switching rod 10 - remote ring 11 - lock...

Checking the level and changing the oil in a mechanical box
Manual transmission is filled with oil and does not require its addition as part of maintenance. During maintenance, it is necessary to visually check the...

Removal and installation of cardan shaft
Two different versions of the cardan shaft are installed: a cardan shaft consisting of two parts with a central bearing and a cardan shaft having two central...

Differential and final drive gear adjustment
Main gear adjustment The location of the contact patch in the gearing of the final drive gears (left column is forward side, right column is reverse side): a...

Checking the level / changing the oil in the rear axle gearbox
It is not necessary to change the oil during maintenance. In this case, it is only necessary to check the tightness of the gearbox. 1. Before changing the oil,...

Automatic transmission specifications
Separate characteristics are also given in the text of the Chapter and, if they are mandatory, are highlighted in bold Common parameters Type Models 316i, 318i...

Removal and installation of an automatic transmission
To remove the car must be raised to the required height. In addition, a suitable garage lift is required to lower the box. The instructions below apply to the...

Adjustment of draft of the selector of an automatic box
Lifting and placing the vehicle on stands is dangerous! Therefore, please read Section Jacking and towing 1. Raise and place the vehicle horizontally on...