My E90 320i Repair Journal
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Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
For this issue, PML tried the following fixes:-
1st: Reset Transmission. I understand there is some settings or timing thingy where it can be reset to default. This will result in a smoother gear shifting and minimise frequency of the hard brake come to total stop jerk.
2nd: Reprogram, I guess to update firmware or something like that. Seems to be better for awhile
But then if problems persists, get the workshop or PML to give the transmission the once over again. Not necessarily that the gearbox must be replaced. An ATF change might do the trick though.
Riposte;709637 said:
For this issue, PML tried the following fixes:-
1st: Reset Transmission. I understand there is some settings or timing thingy where it can be reset to default. This will result in a smoother gear shifting and minimise frequency of the hard brake come to total stop jerk.
2nd: Reprogram, I guess to update firmware or something like that. Seems to be better for awhile
But then if problems persists, get the workshop or PML to give the transmission the once over again. Not necessarily that the gearbox must be replaced. An ATF change might do the trick though.
Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
Many thanks to start with.
Earlier today I went to a pro-BMW workshop, a sitesponser, with my problem, was told a $150 reprogramming should do the trick. The workshop told me it was a success, however during the journey home, the slight gentle jerks during breaking just before a complete halt return, seems like it has problems during down shifting of gear. The workshop told me to try for a few days. And break for a solid 15seconds at traffic lights??
On a side note,
Changed nology sparrk plugs for $160 w labour
BMC air filter for $130
PIAA wiper blades for $119 ( wipers were real hazard to driving in the rainy season now)
Also they said my top and bottom oil gaskets are leaking, quote me about $750 to replace
And some water hoses leaking too another 2-300$$$.
I guess thanks to delrosa81 I can officially be part of this 320i repair journal haha:woowooo::woowooo::woowooo:
delrosa81;709838 said:
Many thanks to start with.
Earlier today I went to a pro-BMW workshop, a sitesponser, with my problem, was told a $150 reprogramming should do the trick. The workshop told me it was a success, however during the journey home, the slight gentle jerks during breaking just before a complete halt return, seems like it has problems during down shifting of gear. The workshop told me to try for a few days. And break for a solid 15seconds at traffic lights??
On a side note,
Changed nology sparrk plugs for $160 w labour
BMC air filter for $130
PIAA wiper blades for $119 ( wipers were real hazard to driving in the rainy season now)
Also they said my top and bottom oil gaskets are leaking, quote me about $750 to replace
And some water hoses leaking too another 2-300$$$.
I guess thanks to delrosa81 I can officially be part of this 320i repair journal haha:woowooo::woowooo::woowooo:
delrosa81
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Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
Hmmm but I feel BMW slush boxes are never absolutely seamless. When it is brand new, the shifts are really seamless but once you use it for awhile, the gear shifting would get more pronounced. The jerk forward when U come to a complete stop might be an indication of a problem.
But the real problem for me came when I noticed the reverse gear would delay in engaging. I noticed that when I engaged reverse, the transmission would take at least 2 to 3 seconds before it engages reverse. When it comes to a day where the transmission does not engage then the transmission have "died".
My top and bottom gaskets was also replaced, the radiator hoses as well.
Welcome to the club!
Riposte;710022 said:
Hmmm but I feel BMW slush boxes are never absolutely seamless. When it is brand new, the shifts are really seamless but once you use it for awhile, the gear shifting would get more pronounced. The jerk forward when U come to a complete stop might be an indication of a problem.
But the real problem for me came when I noticed the reverse gear would delay in engaging. I noticed that when I engaged reverse, the transmission would take at least 2 to 3 seconds before it engages reverse. When it comes to a day where the transmission does not engage then the transmission have "died".
My top and bottom gaskets was also replaced, the radiator hoses as well.
Welcome to the club!
Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
GB in my E39 uplorry 2 mths ago. Still engage & got drive. It got slower & slower & ..........delrosa81;713434 said:Hmmm but I feel BMW slush boxes are never absolutely seamless. When it is brand new, the shifts are really seamless but once you use it for awhile, the gear shifting would get more pronounced. The jerk forward when U come to a complete stop might be an indication of a problem.
But the real problem for me came when I noticed the reverse gear would delay in engaging. I noticed that when I engaged reverse, the transmission would take at least 2 to 3 seconds before it engages reverse. When it comes to a day where the transmission does not engage then the transmission have "died".
My top and bottom gaskets was also replaced, the radiator hoses as well.
Welcome to the club!
Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
I thought my E90 can last until I change to my next car soon but last 2 weeks I replaced the entire cooling system from radiator to hoses/water pump, thermostat etc etc and mileage only 60k....
Last week the door power lock failed on me and need to change the locking regulator assy....I register for the FT86 preview..and who knows I may like it,,,since its my second car...
I thought my E90 can last until I change to my next car soon but last 2 weeks I replaced the entire cooling system from radiator to hoses/water pump, thermostat etc etc and mileage only 60k....
Last week the door power lock failed on me and need to change the locking regulator assy....I register for the FT86 preview..and who knows I may like it,,,since its my second car...
Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
Actually I also not sure what is the symtoms also..
I have been driving my car almost everyday & I do noticed that if I leave my car for a day or two, I'll need to press start button 2 or 3 times in order to start the engine.
Recently I went for a holiday. After came back, I tried to start my car but totally can't eventhrough all the lighting & other gadgets is working fine.. after towed to workshop, they informed me that the starter motor had to be replaced (without suspecting any problem with the battery).. but after replaced the starter motor, still couldn't start & they found out that the factory fitted battery also go kaput! So end up changed the battery as well.
After that, very easy to start the car!!
So I think for starter motor.. when you start to find it difficult to start (like need more than one or twice).. you have to standby to change the starter motor liao
delrosa81;713435 said:
Actually I also not sure what is the symtoms also..
I have been driving my car almost everyday & I do noticed that if I leave my car for a day or two, I'll need to press start button 2 or 3 times in order to start the engine.
Recently I went for a holiday. After came back, I tried to start my car but totally can't eventhrough all the lighting & other gadgets is working fine.. after towed to workshop, they informed me that the starter motor had to be replaced (without suspecting any problem with the battery).. but after replaced the starter motor, still couldn't start & they found out that the factory fitted battery also go kaput! So end up changed the battery as well.
After that, very easy to start the car!!
So I think for starter motor.. when you start to find it difficult to start (like need more than one or twice).. you have to standby to change the starter motor liao
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Re: My E90 320i Repair Journal
i think its 130,000 - 150,000 Km. But proper maintenance can prolong the life. I will be replacing gearbox oil and pan/filter every 40,000 Km, due to constant city traveling. If i am not mistaken even the Honda civic FD series gearbox requires the same sort of maintenance. So its not just BMW, its the modern high performance gearbox characteristics
i think its 130,000 - 150,000 Km. But proper maintenance can prolong the life. I will be replacing gearbox oil and pan/filter every 40,000 Km, due to constant city traveling. If i am not mistaken even the Honda civic FD series gearbox requires the same sort of maintenance. So its not just BMW, its the modern high performance gearbox characteristics
