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11-28-2001, 08:38 AM
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2001 325i - Notchy 4th Gear
Greetings all...I have a 2001 325i with a manual transmission. I've noticed that 4th gear seems to be a bit "notchier" than that of the others. Basically, I can feel the gear engage more in 4th gear than the others. Has anyone else observed this in their e46 manual tranny cars?
Thanks, Josh
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11-28-2001, 10:44 AM
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How new is the car. It could just be that the car hasn't been broken in yet. I recently installed a new shifter and it was very notchy but it is getting better the more and more I drive it.
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11-28-2001, 11:11 AM
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Notchy 4 gear...
The car has about 12 K Miles on it. So, it's not totally brand spanking new. Is there something could be adjusted by the dealer? Could the linkage need adjusting?
Josh
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11-28-2001, 02:30 PM
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It could be something simple like a bad bushing or a bent selector rod... both are cheaper than a case of beer. No including labor... but regardless you have that warranty to lean on.
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11-29-2001, 08:33 AM
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Notchiness is speed related...
Well, I think I figured out what was going on with the feel of the gears. Basically, I think I was shifting with way too low of an engine speed. I very specifically shifted into 4th below 3000 RPM and then did it agin above 4000 RPM and at the higher speed it was spooth as glass. I think my issue is technique related and not mechanically. I figure if there was a mechanical issue, it would give me the problem at all shift points.
Josh
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