BMW E46 Auto to Manual Transmission Conversion: Parts Needed
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In this video I go over what parts are needed if you are planning on doing a automatic to manual transmission conversion. The car we will be working on is a 2003 BMW 325CI. Let me know if you have any questions.
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List of parts needed:
Manual Transmission
Manual Driveshaft
Pedal Box
Clutch Lines/Hoses x3
Flex Disc
Center Support Bearing
Flywheel/Clutch Kit and Hardware
Exhaust Flange Gaskets
Manual Transmission Fluid
Engine/Trans mounts
Shift Foam
Shift Knob
Clutch Master/Slave Cylinder
DOT 4 Brake Fluid
4 Pin Clutch Switch and Connector/Wires
Software:
NCS Expert
SSS Progman/Autologic GT
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This channel is an E46 goldmine. Keep up the good work man
Well done dude. You genuinely sound clued up
Keep vids coming informed and "on to it!" Carry on doing what you doing!
Like your vids , picked up an E46 recently and you have been a source of good info. As a retired mechanic I must say my hat is off to you , keep it up young man , it's a great feeling to have somebody like you to pass the torch along to.
Thanks for the kind words! Hope to keep helping people through my videos for a long time to come!
Hey doing a 6 side swap on my 01 325i from a 04 330i I'm down to the drive shaft and the don't mate I have a drive shaft shop near by can the just swap the connection point for the drive shafts. Side by side they look very close
Super, super informational! Keep it up man!
HEHE just what i needed super excited for the swap videos it will be extremely helpful for me as i will be doing this so very soon, auto to 6 speed :) ill try to get all my parts now
Your awesome take your time don't get to stressed got alot on your plate and the people helping
Awesome!!! keeping doing this DIY for E46... Its help-me so much!!!
ok let me start ordering parts!! great video, thanks!
love the e46 vids. seems like everywhere on youtuber everyones been going e36. can you make a vid comparing e36 vs e46 and pros/cons between both of em ?
You are a good kid and I'm sure you will be very successful in your new So. Cal. shop. Just an fyi, take a look at the "reddish" KZhead videos about e46 repair and refurbishment. The complete sub frame repair and color matched powder coating of all under carriage parts, inc. bolts, lines, springs, shocks, etc... It cost about $25k but is an amazing result... Keep up the good work!
What about the clutch delay valve? Is it gonna stay or are you removing it? What's your opinion about CDV remove? Another great video, keep it going!
Very impressive and well explained video. I liked and subscribed to see more.
This man is definitely certified 💯☝🏽✈️
Hey. love your videos man. Do you know if you can swap a 5 speed to 6 speed quite easily? I’ve got a 5 speed manual 325ci and think a 6 speed would be a good upgrade.
I’m excited I just got all the parts I need except for the front driveshaft lol
Did this to my lincoln town 1991 love it
Hey Man I Love Your Videos I've always go to your channel for info for my 3 Series. I have a question. My 325xi has a transmission issue. When it's cold it runs and drives great but when it gets hot it's like the transmission disengages the engine still runs but it just won't go forward or backwards please help.
Wanna do this to an x5. Would love a video on how to do this to AWD platform.
Great video. Is the dme and ews wiring same for a 2001 e39 with ms43? also how about the drive shaft rule of thumb, just change the forward section? thanks
did you do a video on re-coding modules to get the gear light off... and to get cruise control to work..
I think im going to try this out
Im gonna be manual swapping my 03 325xi touring
How do you deal I think it's a neutral safety switch that doesn't allow the car to start unless it's in park or neutral... We did the switch from auto to 5 speed manual on a 98" 328i convertable & this was something we overlooked... Thanks for any help you can offer & all your useful content...
Kinda wish y’all were still in LA :/ I’m considering swapping the transmission.
Hi, great video! Is it possible to swap automatic transmission for Manual in 2015 BMW 435xi? I haven’t seen anything on never bimmers online.
This is a crazy question. How strong are the e46 325xi 5spds? Reason I’m asking is I’m doing a VWtdi swap in my Land Rover Disco 1 that currently has a ZF auto. I want to swap in a Manuel. I am looking at the 325xi trans because it has a t-case. I would delete the BMW t-case and use the Rover case. The BMW has the starter on the same side as the VW. My train of thought is that the outputs of the 2 ZF trans might be the same splines, over using a manual out of an American 4x4. I can get this trans for a $150.
Just bought a auto 01 330ci that the trans went out and was removed by shop because the car owner couldn't pay lol so this would be interesting to do 🤔
Would the front part of the driveshaft out of an e46 m3 work for my 330 swap? I know it's a 6 speed but I only plan on going with the 5sp tranny. Please lmk. Btw this video was VERY helpful. Thanks!!!
Hi I am planning on doing this to a x5 3.0 td just wondering how you do the electric side as will it start as car will think am I in park or not cheers
Great work fella just wondering don't the technician is the USA Wear steal toe capped boots iv dropped a box on my toes but luckily it only dropped from a few inches but without them on its broken toes ! Ps when I say box I mean a transmission in England we say gearbox or box for short
I do have a question about leaks under the car? I have a 2001 330xi with 245k miles leaking oil and drips of antifreeze in the front part of the car. The car runs good gut I sense that I should get to the source of the leaks before too long. Any recommendations?
I did the swap thanks to you but I have 1 problem, my car runs on 3k rpm in 5th gear at 120km/h when it used to do 2.5k rpm with the automatic gearbox, can you help me solve this problem?
Need the BMW e46 part number of the pedal assembly for manual transmision
u inspire me to keep my e46 and never let it go needs alot of work and u live 2 hours from us so i myte visit u guys cant wait for ur gf ls3 swap :)
You in SoCal?
Hey dude! want to convert my E61 automatic to manual do you have idea how to do it or know what parts do i need to do it?
What would you need for a 6 speed swap on a 330ci?
Have a question I bend the same parts to my 2006 bmw 325i e90
I am interested in doing a manual swap on a 2 series xdrive possibly taking parts from a 4 series - do you think this is viable?
What about the computer and harness for an auto to manual conversion?
I am considering doing this swap on my 1999 323i. I have found a 5 speed manual transmission from an 1998 328i; I was wondering if you know if this would be compatible with my car.
i have a 02 330i and looking to do this same project... Problem I see is that I see lots of transmissions but not sure if they will fit my car? Any suggestions what t look for? i was thinking 6 speed or should I just look for 5 speed? Tips?
Hey man I'm looking at a e46 320i I was wondering which manual gearbox would I need cant seem to find exactly which box I need
does it matter which transmission you get to convert? for example, can you get a zf from a 325i to put in a 330i?
Hi. What about the rpm. Will it remain at 6500 or with the ecu at to mt switch the rpm will change?
Question was the cluster working just fine ir did you have to swap to a manual transmission cluster?
I have a 04 330i auto and manual drive shaft auto rear trying to put manual front but the teeth were they joint aren't going together
Man I need your help I have a 2001 325xi my motors blown what would be a good replacement to put in
I have a 330xd automatic. I rally like this car and have put a lot of time and money into it to make it feel like new again. Im thinking abot swapping the gearbox since the auto really doesnt give the engine justice. What gearbox can i use? And do i need anything special for the xi or can i ditch the xi and just make it rwd instead? Really doesnt matter as long as its manual..
Hi I've converted my bmw e46 320i from automatic to manual and everything works fine, but doesn't have Power when driving on hill. So wanted to ask that should I also change the computer box and you a manual computer box?
Does the flywheel conversion kit you showed work on a (2005) 330i as well? Can't seem to validate fitment..
Hey I got a question for everyone. So I have a 2001 bmw 330ci and I want to swap out the manual 5-speed transmission in it. My question is can I fit a e46 M3 6 speed manual tranny in the 330ci? I’m wondering if it is possible and what parts or kit I will need.
Did your check engine lights come on after the swap ?? Mine is throwing a transmission module code
I got a 2001 330CI automatic and got the p0741 code every now and then when I make longer trips on the highway.. Do you think it's gonna fail on me? Seriously thinking about making a conversion to manual..
Chur bro umm jus as in what gbox will fit my e46 bmw
The Petrolhead language....😍
Do u also need to swap the clusters or its all thesame? Thanks
Where’s your shop at? How much would you charge to supply all needed parts and to install?
I have a small question, will the valeo clutch and fly wheel kit fit on a 330i with and m54 3 liter? and obviously a 5 speed zf
Is there any video on auto to 6 speed swap? 🤔
Can you make a parts list with links? I know that sounds like a lot lol
I have a 2001 330xi Is it possible to swap the transfer case from a GM automatic to that transmission??
hey I know this video was long ago but im wondering if i would need all the same parts for an XI e46?
Do you know how different this swap would be for auto to 6 speed?
For that price just buy a good used manual. Thx for the info and talking me out of a sawp
HELP! I have a manual swapped e46, I tried to get my car inspected by the DMV today and I have engine light on for 4 transmission codes. Do you know how to get them turned off? Should I unplug the auto transmission computer? 🤔🤷🏽♂️
What wiring is required for the swap, reverse lights ect.?
How do you get the cruise control and traction control to work ?
i have a 2001 325ci automatic so i can use the manual parts from a 330 and it will work using half of my old driveshaft ?
what about the 2003 330ci? cause i have an auto that i want to convert to manual. what will i need to purchase? thanks!
What transmissions fit what engines and which ones arent compatable
I have the Manuel transmission for my 328i e90 sedan, could you do the swap for me. thanks
Can you please advise me what parts I need to get to convert my e46 318ti to manual. Will a normal e46 sedan Tranny and shaft work?
Part # for ESS clutch line
Can you change the floor accelerator? My auto floor accelerator pedal feels very stiff
I got a werid problem with my 2000 e46.. Its been sitting for a while while I was waiting to get a new engine for it. Got the engine in car running perfect, changed my steering wheel recently and now when I try to start it the horn keeps going off. Im pretty sure I have everything wired correctly. The new steering wheel is from a facelifted model but all the pins for airbag etc are the same. Can someone help pls
Where did you buy all the parts from? I have a 2001 330ci E46 that has an auto with 179,000 miles... it's starting to show age and is leaking dirty oil. I really want to keep the car because it's one of my favorite memories of my dad. Thank you, great video!
All of the new parts can be sourced from ecstuning.com or fcpeuro.com. Other used parts like the pedal assembly, driveshaft, manual transmission can be sourced from craigslist, the forums, facebook marketplace, or any salvage yards. Good luck with the car man and hope my videos continue to help you keep the car on the road!
I just purchased a 2011 335d. Can it be converted to AWD and manual?
I have a 2008 bmw M3 e90 Sedan But the front looks like a e92 !! So can I just put M3 92 front end on it!! Even though it’s a sedan M3
Is the process the same for a 2004 325ci? I've heard the wiring is different?
good afternoon, the autopilot was normally normal? thanks!
Will the 5 series peddle assembly fit the 2004 e46?
Could you use a 2011 328 manuel in to a 1996 99 328 e36 thks
How about the procedure for a 1999 328i?
does the driveshaft need to be rebalanced if you use the auto half of the driveshaft?
Can I use the manual transmission form a 330xi for my 330i?
some please also replace the differential is it necessary?
Anybody have a ball park figure on how much it cost to do this conversion? I didn't hear any of that info. Would be nice to give a general price range so a guy could know when he's about to get bent over
Did you go to a trade school? Thx
Does anyone have a link to that flywheel+ clutch kit?! 2005 bmw 330i m54 Can’t find this kit ANYWHERE Bay Area, CA
Hello, I have a question, I can’t seem to find an answer online, can a 2004 325i manual tranny fit my 2001 325i?
Would I be able to swap a 99 328i manual trans into a 02 325i?
I wish you were in South Africa
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I have a 2001 330xi will a manual trans from a 325i fit ?
Are these the same with e39?
How much roughy total for parts and labor?? I’m tryna swap out ASAP
Would this be the same for 325i non m smg to manual
Meu interesse é fazer a troca do automático para o manual
Does anyone have a diy for a 330 auto to a manual getrag ? I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find a solid diy .