Those seals are the difference between agony and ecstasy. Lubegard ATF Treatment(red bottle) eliminates the harsh gear changes for good in the ZF6. Lubegard is an ester and is OEM approved by several car manufacturers. I run the Pentosin ATF1 with the Lubegard. The shifts are nearly transparent and lightning quick.The ZF628HP and 32 HP have high friction carbon clutches which need friction modified fluid to run smooth. Another issue with worn transmission fluid is it becomes an electrical conductor damaging the mechatronics. Pushing 170000 miles in the X5 with no issues.
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation One of the few additives I can recommend. To give a perspective, Here are my adaptation values currently. A Clutch 138 mb, B Clutch -118mb, C Clutch -12 mb, D Clutch 263 mb, and the infamous E Clutch..-12 mb! The D Clutch is the worst of the bunch, but that only affects 1st gear and reverse which work perfect. I'm about due for a fluid change at 50000 miles(ZF recommended). Don't ever listen to BMW when it comes to transmissions, ever.
That black square rubber seal is actually called the bridge in sil and you really need to change 3 of 4 tubes made of rubber and a new sump and filter needed did this job on several BMW.s easy
Hey Timm, just wanna responed to my last comment here. I changed the Seals between the Mechatronics and the Gearbox and changed the Front Seal and the Oilpan and changed the complet Fluid in the Gearbox. Now the Driveing of the Car with the Gearbox is awsome! its so smooth and the Gearchanges are nice now. The Workshop i was first changed just the Fluid and cleaned it with the cleaner after that it was nice in gearchanges but after a few Kilometers the harch Gearchanges come back. But what the Workshop didnt do was Checking the Oil level after the Change of the fluid. So i think this was also a reason of the Harch changes of the gears.... But anyway.... its all gone now. I Changed it with my good Friend that is a Car Mechanic and he learned at BMW so it was a win win for me to change it with him and got all my problems solved and now i'm Happy with the Car and the Gearbox. (My BMW is a 550i Touring e61) 😎
Hi Timm, thanks for spreading the word about this seal. Where I'm from a lot of mechanics are clued in and change it with every gearbox oil change, even on cars as new as 2016.
Keep the videos coming. My mother in law has the 2005 645ci, 45,000 miles . I'm having to address these issues I believe more from non use than lack of maintenance . It's ok though, love the car. Every car has its issues, you just have to address them and move on.
I have a 2007 650i and have a transmission fault on dash, scanner says gear select switch L1 -L4 any pointers, I watch and love all your videos, every issue I have had I have wT he'd your videos and resolved, your my go to guy when I have a problem 😅. Wondered if you had any ideas on this one error code 5088 if I remember. Gears are smooth but goes through them quicker than normal. Keep the videos coming, awesome 10/10 👌
Hi Timm - A BIG thank you for all your videos regarding the E64. I just bought a E64 650i (2008) with all extras (including NightVision, Individual Highend Audio, etc. etc.) with 166.000km on the clock. It drives like magic....and I want it to continue doing that, so all your great tips and recommendations are highly apriciated. Best regards Brian, Denmark
Hi Timm amd i guess also the viewers in this section. Can anyone recommend a garage near London where they don't charge an arm and a leg but know their way around these boxes really well? Plenty cowboys around not following the correct zf procedure or not even knowing these seals need attention.
Hi all, on my E66 745Li I have DTC code 00507B - “EGS (Electronic Transmission Control) parking gear sensors implausible”, and the symptom is that occasionally the car will not go into Park, it stays in Neutral although it’s not actually in Neutral, it’s in Park! I took it to a transmission specialist near where I live ‘up north’ and mentioned these mechatronic seals to him; he said that the fault indicated an electronic issue, not an oil pressure issue, so it wasn’t the seals. He said that he wouldn’t risk fitting a new mechatronics unit as it may cause other issues on a 2003 car with 162,000 miles on the clock, plus the repair would cost more than the car is worth. Replacing those seals looks like a relatively simple job if you have a lift and the right knowledge and tools, but can I find anywhere that will attempt it……nope! If anyone knows a reputable ZF transmission expert around the Yorkshire/Lancashire area then please let me know. Thank you.
Hi Tim, Just to update you on my gearbox problems (loosing drive with no fault codes?) The specialist BMW garage changed the gear selector but still had the same problem so after that they changed all the mechatronic solenoids, seals and re set all the adaptations. Have driven the car a few times now and all seems fine. great tip on using beeswax on the leather by the way, looking forward to a good summer now that lockdown is easing. keep up the great work. cheers Martin
Flawlessly explained start to finish! Thank you very much! I have an auto E92, and it flashed a transmission error (ratio monitoring 3-4) after which somebody reset the adaptation values, and it does not throw up any codes anymore but has sluggish gear changes and shoots RPMs up and down before settling into gear. I am going to try changing all these seals as well as the oil and, if that does not fix it, am probably going to sell the car.
Thanks - I think I currently drive 3 BMW's with those 6-speed gearboxes and one them has some harsh gear changes in sport-mode (E65 760i). I'm going to have this changed. Another problem in the drive-train in of course, the quibo-disc in the drive-shaft. I already had that replaced.
I just bought a 645 , drove it 4.5 hrs and the transmission went into limp mode , Turned the car off and it was fine after that ……. Ordered new mechatronics seals can’t wait until they get here
Hi Timm, thanks for this video. Can I ask your opinion please? I’ve got a 2008 630i on 94k miles. Since I’ve had it at 72k, it does a weird thing - when the engine is cold, for the first couple of miles of driving, if you stop and hold the car on the brakes in Drive, if stopped any longer than about 10-15 seconds, when you let go of the brake the car doesn’t creep at all for a second or two, then suddenly lurches forward. It’s even worse if you let go of the brake and press the accelerator quickly, the revs spin up then the car pulls away with a lurch. However it doesn’t do this in sport mode, or in manual 1st gear. Going into neutral then back to drive it’s fine as well. It feels like it’s lost pressure while stationary. However as soon as the engine or gearbox warms up, or in hotter weather, it’s absolutely fine and normal. The gear changes are otherwise smooth and no noticeable slipping or harsh changes. I had the gearbox oil changed, had the gearbox software checked and is on latest update, but nobody knows why it’s doing this. I hasn’t got any worse or better in the last 22k miles. Do you think this seal could be causing this, or any other ideas what it could be please? Cheers
Yes, it could well be, and every oil change it is prudent to change all the bridge seals - you are 90% of the way there changing the filter so a seal change should not be more expensive
Yes definitely, that’s what’s so frustrating, that i didn’t know about these seals until your video, so will be a hefty oil and and oil pan change again to get to the seals. Thanks for the video and advice, hopefully that fixes it!
Great channel Tim very informative. any thoughts on my problem 645ci? BMW 6 Series e64 2004 645ci 66,000 miles Gearbox loses drive. No fault codes. Intermittent problem. BMW specialist changed transmission fluid using the flush method. Re-set adaptations. Smooth gear changes up and down the box. When the car loses drive, I have to stop. No fault codes ever appear. After stopping, I can then drive the car normally again. Both the BMW specialist and a gearbox specialist could not find any faults when driving the car and none of their diagnostic equipment recorded any codes. Even when the fault occurred, and they had their diagnostic equipment plugged in, it still registered as the car being in drive. The specialists are reluctant to start changing expensive parts as they are not sure this will actually fix the fault, and they have no idea which areas to look for. The BMW specialist garage has thoroughly checked all the parameters within the transmission and they all appear to be absolutely fine. They also checked the gear selector module out and that was OK. And also did a resistance check on the wiring to the gearbox and that all seemed OK too. I’m at a complete loss as to what to do next. Any advice would be much appreciated.
If there was a true gearbox problem you would get TRANS FAIL-SAFE PROG error message on the dash - as you have not mentioned that then I would guess that the shifter is not signalling the correct position - what does the gear display show on the dash?
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation Hi Tim, Thanks for getting back to me. The gear display on the dash stays in Drive mode? It was one of the parts the specialist garage did check out and no faults found. I was wondering if anything other than the transmission and associated parts might be causing my problem? I've owned my car for the last 7 years and have been using the same specialist BMW garage for all my servicing and repairs. They really know their stuff and have a wealth of experience but have never known of such a catastrophic transmission failure not to show any fault code and the car to remain in drive? Cheers Martin
Awesome channel and videos! I just got a 650 E63 and follow you with great interest. Is there any chance you will do a differential video or similar soon? Asking because seems my diff cover gasket is leaking and investigating how to best fix it myself :) Keep up the good work!
I have an x5 2004 E53 with the 6 speed sport box, have had atf changed service every 50k, now have 5088 error gearbox selector switch, got a recon mechatronic unit not inc valve body , but can't reset the tcm to then code to my car, mechanic has snap-on software... its been a long time since I've driven my car, any ideas on how to reset the recon unit 🤞🙏
I need your insight. I bought a 04 645ci in 2020. Transmission codes going off soon after. It has reverse but no drive. I’ve had two service locations diagnose and look at it. One of the guys said it could be a 2,000-25,000$ fix... I’ve put together a large sum of money. Not sure where to start. New gear box, or new transmission? White smoke comes out tail pipes. When it would run 1st and 2cd gear would slip. If it actually got past those it seemed to run somewhat fine. It would also rough idle, some times. I’m prepared to do a full rebuild if nessisary. Could it be just replacing clutch packs? Or simple fixes? Thank you very much for your videos also
The cheapest way forward is a second-hand box, there are hundreds out there at low prices. This is what happens to these gearboxes don't get their bridging seals changed as I explain in the video.
The bridge seal can recess but that's an issue more widely experienced in the US with a warmer climate. Mine after 150k miles was visually the same as a new one. What made the biggest change to shift quality for me was the latest software update and solenoid change. The 6hp26 had huge issues with solenoid failure.
Hello Tim! Thank you for your very informative video. My 2004 645ci is stuck on 4th or 5th with trans fail light. Is this a sign of a more serious issue than just the seal? Should I get the whole transmission replaced or just the mechatronic gear box. I heard these were VIN specific. Is there a way to “virginize” a replacement if I get a used transmission with 50k miles. Please help 😅
Thanks for the Mechatronics seal video. My 2006 650i has done 102K so I will take your valuable advice and get the work done. Question: When its all been sorted, do you think a gearbox retune, as offered by some specialist garages, is a worthwhile modification?
That’s really cool! Thanks a lot for All your video ! I’ll receive my 645ci (2004) in April: only 80000km (50000miles). I ll check PCV Valve (thank to U again for this other video) and I’m wondering if I need to already change fluid and this mecatronic seal even if gearbox is working perfectly ? Can you please share the link where I can find the procedure to replace this seal ? Thanks in advance
Hey Timm! BMW Doctor tells not to change the gearbox oil. Shame on him. I wish him a gearbox failure 😈 Been having 1st/2nd harsh upshift. Oil and filter changed, adaptation reset. Runs smooth. But now you scared me. Going to change this seal I guess. Great, informative video. I wish you were my mechanic.
My bmw 650i 2009 when I drive it hard sends me the transmission malfunction message and the code p17e5 clutch fault E, I don't know what to do I have a low transmission oil level, maybe if I fill it to the maximum level it will solve the problem
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation That's not so bad - the car I'm looking at is 65k miles but I'm thinking I should get it done as soon as I can as a precaution even if it shifts well since it's 15 years old now
Timm you should try the XHP transmission software. Made by Austrian tuning company they adapted the ZF 8HP logic to the 6hp box software and made a bunch of improvements. The result is a much smarter box that makes quick decisions based on throttle input changes rather than hesitating or making several shifts. The shifts themselves are also faster and the S/M modes are more sporty. Best thing i did to my car the box felt clueless before in comparison. Plenty garages offer it but if you have a K+DCAN cable and an android device you can flash the box via an app.
@@gulag8735 open your google play store xHP Flashtool. You have to buy the "licence" for your car, its around £80. You also need a wireless OBD scanner to link to your phone. Go straight for Stage 3. Research it a little for more information :)
@@gulag8735 google xhp flashtool or rbt tuning. A lot of details on their website about how it works. £200 for a set of 3 maps (from least to most agressive) and a flash license tied to your car's vin
Those seals are the difference between agony and ecstasy. Lubegard ATF Treatment(red bottle) eliminates the harsh gear changes for good in the ZF6. Lubegard is an ester and is OEM approved by several car manufacturers. I run the Pentosin ATF1 with the Lubegard. The shifts are nearly transparent and lightning quick.The ZF628HP and 32 HP have high friction carbon clutches which need friction modified fluid to run smooth. Another issue with worn transmission fluid is it becomes an electrical conductor damaging the mechatronics. Pushing 170000 miles in the X5 with no issues.
Thanks Jason - we all used to use Lubegard in the 5-speed ZF gearboxes to get rid of torque-converter chatter!
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation One of the few additives I can recommend. To give a perspective, Here are my adaptation values currently. A Clutch 138 mb, B Clutch -118mb, C Clutch -12 mb, D Clutch 263 mb, and the infamous E Clutch..-12 mb! The D Clutch is the worst of the bunch, but that only affects 1st gear and reverse which work perfect. I'm about due for a fluid change at 50000 miles(ZF recommended). Don't ever listen to BMW when it comes to transmissions, ever.
That black square rubber seal is actually called the bridge in sil and you really need to change 3 of 4 tubes made of rubber and a new sump and filter needed did this job on several BMW.s easy
Love your channel,helps me look after my 650!Thank you Tim you are a blessing.
You are so welcome!
Hey Timm, just wanna responed to my last comment here. I changed the Seals between the Mechatronics and the Gearbox and changed the Front Seal and the Oilpan and changed the complet Fluid in the Gearbox. Now the Driveing of the Car with the Gearbox is awsome! its so smooth and the Gearchanges are nice now.
The Workshop i was first changed just the Fluid and cleaned it with the cleaner after that it was nice in gearchanges but after a few Kilometers the harch Gearchanges come back. But what the Workshop didnt do was Checking the Oil level after the Change of the fluid. So i think this was also a reason of the Harch changes of the gears.... But anyway.... its all gone now. I Changed it with my good Friend that is a Car Mechanic and he learned at BMW so it was a win win for me to change it with him and got all my problems solved and now i'm Happy with the Car and the Gearbox. (My BMW is a 550i Touring e61) 😎
Great news - the bridging seals make all the difference!
Hi Timm, thanks for spreading the word about this seal. Where I'm from a lot of mechanics are clued in and change it with every gearbox oil change, even on cars as new as 2016.
Thanks Michael!
Keep the videos coming. My mother in law has the 2005 645ci, 45,000 miles . I'm having to address these issues I believe more from non use than lack of maintenance . It's ok though, love the car. Every car has its issues, you just have to address them and move on.
I have a 2007 650i and have a transmission fault on dash, scanner says gear select switch L1 -L4 any pointers, I watch and love all your videos, every issue I have had I have wT he'd your videos and resolved, your my go to guy when I have a problem 😅. Wondered if you had any ideas on this one error code 5088 if I remember. Gears are smooth but goes through them quicker than normal. Keep the videos coming, awesome 10/10 👌
Thanks! Yes, that will be the dodgy, failing wiring: czcams.com/video/5pUniTnMOYs/video.html
Great advice and expertly explained... Timm, you're an absolute legend! Many thanks for the information.
Hi Timm - A BIG thank you for all your videos regarding the E64. I just bought a E64 650i (2008) with all extras (including NightVision, Individual Highend Audio, etc. etc.) with 166.000km on the clock. It drives like magic....and I want it to continue doing that, so all your great tips and recommendations are highly apriciated.
Best regards
Brian, Denmark
Thanks Brian!
Hi Timm amd i guess also the viewers in this section. Can anyone recommend a garage near London where they don't charge an arm and a leg but know their way around these boxes really well? Plenty cowboys around not following the correct zf procedure or not even knowing these seals need attention.
Hi all, on my E66 745Li I have DTC code 00507B - “EGS (Electronic Transmission Control) parking gear sensors implausible”, and the symptom is that occasionally the car will not go into Park, it stays in Neutral although it’s not actually in Neutral, it’s in Park! I took it to a transmission specialist near where I live ‘up north’ and mentioned these mechatronic seals to him; he said that the fault indicated an electronic issue, not an oil pressure issue, so it wasn’t the seals. He said that he wouldn’t risk fitting a new mechatronics unit as it may cause other issues on a 2003 car with 162,000 miles on the clock, plus the repair would cost more than the car is worth. Replacing those seals looks like a relatively simple job if you have a lift and the right knowledge and tools, but can I find anywhere that will attempt it……nope! If anyone knows a reputable ZF transmission expert around the Yorkshire/Lancashire area then please let me know. Thank you.
Sounds more like the shifter itself, pretty cheap on EbY and easy to replace
Hi Tim, Just to update you on my gearbox problems (loosing drive with no fault codes?) The specialist BMW garage changed the gear selector but still had the same problem so after that they changed all the mechatronic solenoids, seals and re set all the adaptations. Have driven the car a few times now and all seems fine. great tip on using beeswax on the leather by the way, looking forward to a good summer now that lockdown is easing. keep up the great work. cheers Martin
Flawlessly explained start to finish! Thank you very much! I have an auto E92, and it flashed a transmission error (ratio monitoring 3-4) after which somebody reset the adaptation values, and it does not throw up any codes anymore but has sluggish gear changes and shoots RPMs up and down before settling into gear. I am going to try changing all these seals as well as the oil and, if that does not fix it, am probably going to sell the car.
i guess it is kinda randomly asking but does anybody know a good website to watch newly released movies online ?
@Ismael Noah flixportal :P
Thanks - I think I currently drive 3 BMW's with those 6-speed gearboxes and one them has some harsh gear changes in sport-mode (E65 760i). I'm going to have this changed. Another problem in the drive-train in of course, the quibo-disc in the drive-shaft. I already had that replaced.
Don't leave it too long Marco - it's warned you now!
I just bought a 645 , drove it 4.5 hrs and the transmission went into limp mode , Turned the car off and it was fine after that ……. Ordered new mechatronics seals can’t wait until they get here
Hi Timm, thanks for this video. Can I ask your opinion please? I’ve got a 2008 630i on 94k miles. Since I’ve had it at 72k, it does a weird thing - when the engine is cold, for the first couple of miles of driving, if you stop and hold the car on the brakes in Drive, if stopped any longer than about 10-15 seconds, when you let go of the brake the car doesn’t creep at all for a second or two, then suddenly lurches forward. It’s even worse if you let go of the brake and press the accelerator quickly, the revs spin up then the car pulls away with a lurch. However it doesn’t do this in sport mode, or in manual 1st gear. Going into neutral then back to drive it’s fine as well. It feels like it’s lost pressure while stationary. However as soon as the engine or gearbox warms up, or in hotter weather, it’s absolutely fine and normal.
The gear changes are otherwise smooth and no noticeable slipping or harsh changes.
I had the gearbox oil changed, had the gearbox software checked and is on latest update, but nobody knows why it’s doing this. I hasn’t got any worse or better in the last 22k miles. Do you think this seal could be causing this, or any other ideas what it could be please?
Cheers
Yes, it could well be, and every oil change it is prudent to change all the bridge seals - you are 90% of the way there changing the filter so a seal change should not be more expensive
Yes definitely, that’s what’s so frustrating, that i didn’t know about these seals until your video, so will be a hefty oil and and oil pan change again to get to the seals.
Thanks for the video and advice, hopefully that fixes it!
Great channel Tim very informative. any thoughts on my problem 645ci?
BMW 6 Series e64 2004 645ci 66,000 miles
Gearbox loses drive. No fault codes. Intermittent problem.
BMW specialist changed transmission fluid using the flush method. Re-set adaptations. Smooth gear changes up and down the box.
When the car loses drive, I have to stop. No fault codes ever appear. After stopping, I can then drive the car normally again.
Both the BMW specialist and a gearbox specialist could not find any faults when driving the car and none of their diagnostic equipment recorded any codes. Even when the fault occurred, and they had their diagnostic equipment plugged in, it still registered as the car being in drive.
The specialists are reluctant to start changing expensive parts as they are not sure this will actually fix the fault, and they have no idea which areas to look for.
The BMW specialist garage has thoroughly checked all the parameters within the transmission and they all appear to be absolutely fine. They also checked the gear selector module out and that was OK. And also did a resistance check on the wiring to the gearbox and that all seemed OK too.
I’m at a complete loss as to what to do next. Any advice would be much appreciated.
If there was a true gearbox problem you would get TRANS FAIL-SAFE PROG error message on the dash - as you have not mentioned that then I would guess that the shifter is not signalling the correct position - what does the gear display show on the dash?
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation Hi Tim, Thanks for getting back to me. The gear display on the dash stays in Drive mode? It was one of the parts the specialist garage did check out and no faults found. I was wondering if anything other than the transmission and associated parts might be causing my problem? I've owned my car for the last 7 years and have been using the same specialist BMW garage for all my servicing and repairs. They really know their stuff and have a wealth of experience but have never known of such a catastrophic transmission failure not to show any fault code and the car to remain in drive? Cheers Martin
Awesome channel and videos! I just got a 650 E63 and follow you with great interest. Is there any chance you will do a differential video or similar soon? Asking because seems my diff cover gasket is leaking and investigating how to best fix it myself :) Keep up the good work!
Timms your information is so helpfull. Going to change the seals aswell. I see you have a nice manual there aswell. Where did you got that?
Thanks - more info on my website: www.meeknet.co.uk/E64/Index.htm
I have an x5 2004 E53 with the 6 speed sport box, have had atf changed service every 50k, now have 5088 error gearbox selector switch, got a recon mechatronic unit not inc valve body , but can't reset the tcm to then code to my car, mechanic has snap-on software... its been a long time since I've driven my car, any ideas on how to reset the recon unit 🤞🙏
I need your insight. I bought a 04 645ci in 2020. Transmission codes going off soon after. It has reverse but no drive. I’ve had two service locations diagnose and look at it. One of the guys said it could be a 2,000-25,000$ fix... I’ve put together a large sum of money. Not sure where to start. New gear box, or new transmission?
White smoke comes out tail pipes. When it would run 1st and 2cd gear would slip. If it actually got past those it seemed to run somewhat fine. It would also rough idle, some times.
I’m prepared to do a full rebuild if nessisary. Could it be just replacing clutch packs? Or simple fixes? Thank you very much for your videos also
The cheapest way forward is a second-hand box, there are hundreds out there at low prices. This is what happens to these gearboxes don't get their bridging seals changed as I explain in the video.
The bridge seal can recess but that's an issue more widely experienced in the US with a warmer climate. Mine after 150k miles was visually the same as a new one.
What made the biggest change to shift quality for me was the latest software update and solenoid change. The 6hp26 had huge issues with solenoid failure.
So when u get the failsafe would u recommend changing seals and fluid or would u just sell the vehicle
I'm getting codes 4f81 ratio monitoring clutch A and p17e8 ratio monitoring shift 3-4 and insight on how to fix ?
Always best to try fluid, filter and bridging seals before anything else - and make sure your battery is in good condition
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation thank you so much gonna try your advice
Hello Tim! Thank you for your very informative video. My 2004 645ci is stuck on 4th or 5th with trans fail light. Is this a sign of a more serious issue than just the seal?
Should I get the whole transmission replaced or just the mechatronic gear box. I heard these were VIN specific. Is there a way to “virginize” a replacement if I get a used transmission with 50k miles.
Please help 😅
The first call would be to drop the oil pan, filter and Mechatronics unit and check the seals - if they have failed then that may well be the cause
Great info !! Thanks Tim!
Glad it was helpful Jerome!
Thanks for the Mechatronics seal video. My 2006 650i has done 102K so I will take your valuable advice and get the work done. Question: When its all been sorted, do you think a gearbox retune, as offered by some specialist garages, is a worthwhile modification?
My pleasure Martin, no, it changes quickly enough already!
Yes did that with great results 👌🏻
Nice one!
So are we talking about mechatronic gearbox here which is SMG, or the traditional torque converter gearbox which is the ZF6HPXX?
the traditional torque converter gearbox ZF6HPXX
That’s really cool! Thanks a lot for All your video ! I’ll receive my 645ci (2004) in April: only 80000km (50000miles). I ll check PCV Valve (thank to U again for this other video) and I’m wondering if I need to already change fluid and this mecatronic seal even if gearbox is working perfectly ? Can you please share the link where I can find the procedure to replace this seal ? Thanks in advance
If the gear changes are smooth then don't worry - if it starts knocking into gears you know what to do!
Hi Tim am getting gear slip in 3rd, the car is revving higher then catches itself, do you know what the problem could be?
Have you followed the advice and had the Mechatronics seals changed?
Hey Timm! BMW Doctor tells not to change the gearbox oil. Shame on him. I wish him a gearbox failure 😈 Been having 1st/2nd harsh upshift. Oil and filter changed, adaptation reset. Runs smooth. But now you scared me. Going to change this seal I guess. Great, informative video. I wish you were my mechanic.
That guy is a joke. About half of what he says is complete bull. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@sysakPL yeah bmw doctor is full of crap!!!
Great information thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
make sure you push the connector sleave fully home or you will have the pan off again real soon
Yes, don't want to do it twice!
My bmw 650i 2009 when I drive it hard sends me the transmission malfunction message and the code p17e5 clutch fault E, I don't know what to do I have a low transmission oil level, maybe if I fill it to the maximum level it will solve the problem
Always start with the easy stuff - new fluid, filter and bridging seals and the battery
This also applies to the GM 6L45 and 6L50 transmission?
I don't know that transmission, but if it is a Mechatronics box then yes.
Is this the same gearbox thats used in the 4.0 and 4.2 jaguar xk of similar years..
Yes, ZF 6HP26 depending on model
How much is a reasonable cost for a garage to do filter, oils and seals? I'm about to buy a 630i. Your videos are great btw.
I paid around £400 for all of that
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation That's not so bad - the car I'm looking at is 65k miles but I'm thinking I should get it done as soon as I can as a precaution even if it shifts well since it's 15 years old now
Yes, time for a gearbox service!
Timm you should try the XHP transmission software. Made by Austrian tuning company they adapted the ZF 8HP logic to the 6hp box software and made a bunch of improvements. The result is a much smarter box that makes quick decisions based on throttle input changes rather than hesitating or making several shifts. The shifts themselves are also faster and the S/M modes are more sporty. Best thing i did to my car the box felt clueless before in comparison. Plenty garages offer it but if you have a K+DCAN cable and an android device you can flash the box via an app.
Do you have a link to the Austrians????
@@gulag8735 open your google play store xHP Flashtool. You have to buy the "licence" for your car, its around £80. You also need a wireless OBD scanner to link to your phone. Go straight for Stage 3. Research it a little for more information :)
@@Oxedizer thanks for that
@@gulag8735 google xhp flashtool or rbt tuning. A lot of details on their website about how it works. £200 for a set of 3 maps (from least to most agressive) and a flash license tied to your car's vin
@@sysakPL I'll give it a look. Thanks.
Explain to 5HB30
Im currently deciding if i will make an automatic oil change or a change with flush
What do you think?
No need, fluid, filter and Mechatronics seals and your good!
@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation thank you!
I will buy the ZF Set and my mechanic already told me he will do it!
Only buy bmw original parts seals ect
have 630i 2007 only 80k miles but gerbox is owful , very bad performance...
Time to change the Mechactronic seal then I reckon!
You can get kits with everything you need. IE for my E61 - www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-ga6hp19z-mechatronic-service-kit-24152333907kt3
The pain in the butt part seems to be the adaptation process.
New video on that subject coming out next!