Car manual transmission BMW 5 Series E28

The manual transmission of the vehicles described in this manual is a five-speed manufactured by ZF or Getrag. To identify the transmission, look for the manufacturer's mark and the letters and numbers of the code. The brand of the manufacturer is applied to the crankcase immediately before mounting the clutch slave cylinder; identification number and letters are located on top of the clutch housing.

Removal and installation the shift lever
Removal 1. Set the transmission to reverse. Raise the front of the car and place it on stands. Be sure to place chocks under the rear wheels to prevent...

Replacing oil seals
Worn or damaged seals will cause leaks. Lack of lubrication in the transmission can cause hard shifting, unwanted shifting and transmission noise. Ultimately,...

Checking and replacing transmission mounts
1. Raise the vehicle and support it on jack stands. Insert a large screwdriver or pry bar over the jack stand under the rear of the transmission case. Try to...

Removal and installation of transmission
If your vehicle's radio has an anti-theft system, make sure you know the correct activation code before disconnecting the battery. Before disconnecting the...

General information about transmission overhaul
Overhauling a transmission is a very difficult job for the amateur mechanic. It involves disassembling and reassembling many small parts. Numerous clearances...

Manual Transmission Fault Diagnosis
Symptom Possible cause Vibrations occur The driveshaft is damaged (see chapter Transmission line ). There is ovality of the tires (see chapter Routine car...

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