Manual Transmission - e92/93 BMW M3 E90

00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning!

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are

1. Headaches
2. Dizziness
3. Stomach aches
4. Vomiting
5. Diarrhoea
6. Cramps/fits
7. Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
2. Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Do not induce vomiting.

If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are

1. Impaired sight
2. Irritation of the eyes
3. Reddening of the skin
4. Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct

1. Wear protective goggles
2. Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

1. Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
2. Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.

Note. Do not use solvents/thinners.

00 Safety instructions for handling oil

Recycling

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released

1. Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep non-involved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
2. Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
3. Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
4. Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents.

Note. Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

00 11 229 Changing / topping up / checking gear oil in manual transmission

Recycling

Catch and dispose of gear oil with suitable equipment.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear underbody protection. See «51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-491-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Draining gear oil

1. Open oil drain plug (1) and drain gear oil
2. Activate gear oil pump using DIS Tester for approx. 30 seconds The residual oil is pumped out of the pump circuit of the transmission oil cooler into the transmission housing and flows off
3. Allow gear oil to flow off sufficiently
4. Clean oil drain plug (1) and screw in Tightening torque 23 00 4AZ , see «00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-tightening-torques-e9293) .

Scheme 3

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 23 41 17AZ , see 23 41 EXTERNAL GEARSHIFT COMPONENTS .

Check transmission oil screen, replace if necessary.

Installation

Replace sealing ring

Scheme 4

Adding gear oil.

1. Undo oil filler plug (2).
2. Pour in oil until it overflows at inspection opening.
3. Check gear oil level.

Checking gear oil level

Note. Can also be carried out individually - without an oil change!

1. Activate gear oil pump via DIS Tester.
2. Open oil filler plug.
3. Top up gear oil with pump running to lower edge of filler opening.
4. Refit oil filler plug. Tightening torque 23 00 4AZ , see «00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-tightening-torques-e9293) .
5. Switch off pump activation.

23 Transmission designations

Breakdown of BMW designation

MANUFACTURER DESIGNATION REFERENCE

Manual transmission

MANUFACTURER DESIGNATION REFERENCE

Automatic transmission

MANUFACTURER DESIGNATION REFERENCE

23 ... Universal BMW transmission take-up

Special tools required

1. 00 2 030
2. 23 4 050

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Note. The universal transmission bracket is introduced for the E60 AWD Suitable for manual and automatic transmissions

Scheme 5

Supporting transmission

Support transmission with special tools 23 4 050, 00 2 030 .

Scheme 6

23 .. ... Universal transmission retaining bridge

Special tools required

1. 00 1 450
2. 24 0 200

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See .

Note. The transmission retaining bridge 24 0 200 is suitable for both manual and automatic transmissions

Adapt adapters (1) and spindle with thrust piece (3) to transmission.

Adapt length with slide (2).

Screw in spindle (4).

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Scheme 8

23 00 ... Replacing speed sensor (transmission main shaft) (GS6S53BZ) (S85/S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove right heat shields.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of gear oil with suitable equipment.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screw (2).

Remove speed sensor.

Scheme 9

23 00 018 Removing and installing transmission (GS6-53BZ) (S65)

Special tools required

1. 00 2 030
2. 11 9 990
3. 21 2 240
4. 23 4 050

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See CLUTCH - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Clamp off battery
2. Remove both suspension cross-braces . See «51 71 345 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT (OR RIGHT) SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-71-345-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
3. Remove propeller shaft . See «26 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT (CONSTANT-VELOCITY JOINT)»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/driveshaft-universal-joints/#propeller-shaft-repair-e92e93__26-11-000-removing-and-installing) .
4. Remove front underbody protection . See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .

Disconnect plug connection (1) from reversing light switch.

Release cable from retainers.

Scheme 10

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove heat shield for crankshaft pulse generator.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release screws (3) and (4).

Scheme 11

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2).

Suspend holder (3) to one side.

Scheme 12

Release bolts (1).

Tightening torque 23 00 1AZ , see 00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION .

Scheme 13

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Scheme 14

Disconnect plug connection (1).

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Note. Pressure line of clutch slave cylinder remains connected.

Unscrew nuts.

Remove clutch slave cylinder.

Tightening torque 21 52 5AZ , see 21 52 CLUTCH OPERATION (HYDRAULIC) .

Scheme 16

Supporting transmission

Support transmission with special tools 23 4 050 , 00 2 030 .

Secure transmission to mounting with tensioning strap (1).

Tasks are described in Transmission bracket .

After completion of work, check transmission oil level. See 00 11 229 CHANGING / TOPPING UP / CHECKING GEAR OIL IN MANUAL TRANSMISSION .

Remove transmission cross-member. See 22 32 050 REPLACING CROSS-MEMBER FOR TRANSMISSION MOUNTING (S65) .

Lever out retainer (1).

Disconnect shift rod (2).

Installation

Grease shift rod.

Grease, refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS .

Make sure shims (3) are in correct position.

Scheme 17

Unlock bearing pin (1) in direction of arrow and remove.

Lift out shift arm.

Installation

Grease bearing pins (1).

Grease, refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS .

Scheme 18

Lever support bearing (1) with a short screwdriver out of mounting.

Scheme 19

Installation

Grease bearing pin of shift arm.

Fit support bearing (1) with opening (2) towards top rear onto holder.

Scheme 20

Bolt special tool 11 9 990 with bolt (1) to front axle carrier.

Bolt (2) is required to secure the engine in the correct position.

Scheme 21

Adjust special tool 11 9 990 until dimension A=50 mm is obtained between front axle carrier and tensioner.

Scheme 22

Disconnect plug connection (1) of zero gear sensor (on transmission).

Scheme 23

Release screws (1) and (2).

Tightening torque 23 00 1AZ , see 00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION .

Note. Bolt (3) must not be released. Bolt (3) is for securing the starter.

Scheme 24

To avoid damaging the sound insulation (1) on the bulkhead, raise the transmission after withdrawing the transmission pin from the pilot bearing against the direction of engine lowering to 0°.

For safety, a protective film (2) can also be placed between the transmission and the sound insulation.

Scheme 25

Installation

Pay attention to correction position of dowel sleeves.

Replace damaged dowel sleeves.

Ensure correct position of cover plate.

Scheme 26

Installation

Remove release unit and release lever and clean. See 21 51 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING/LEVER .

Installation

Check lubrication of transmission input shaft for sticky consistency. If grease is sticky, replace clutch plate.

Check clutch plate for friction rust in taper splines and replace if necessary.

Mechanically remove old grease and lining abrasion from the taper splines of the clutch disk (with a cloth).

Scheme 27

Installation

Greasing specification

1. Remove release bearing and release lever.
2. Push on grease scraper ring 21 2 240 as far as it will go.
3. Grease splines (1) of input shaft with a brush. Refer to «MANUAL TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-operating-fluids) .
4. Detach grease scraper ring.

Scheme 28

23 00 037 Installing replacement transmission (GS6-53BZ) S65

Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the transmission.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of escaping transmission fluid.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Drain gear oil at oil drain plug. Tightening torque: 23 00 4AZ , see «00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-tightening-torques-e9293) .
2. «Remove transmission»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-e9293__23-00-018-removing-and-installing) .

Convert shift rod joint.

Push back retaining ring (1) and drive out dowel pin (2).

Scheme 29

Note. Check damping disk (6) for damage and replace if necessary.

Scheme 30

Convert following parts from previous transmission to new transmission.

1. Release bearing and release lever.
2. Ball pin and spring wire clip
3. Studs for clutch slave cylinder
4. Pulse generator, crankshaft/transmission

Add final details to vehicle.

Check oil level.

Installation

Observe greasing specification. Use only the approved transmission fluid. Refer to MANUAL TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS .

23 11 614 Replacing guide tube for clutch release unit (GS6-53BZ) (S85/S65)

Note. (transmission removed)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove clutch release bearing and release lever from guide tube. See «21 51 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING/LEVER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/clutches-manual-hydraulic/#clutch-repair-e9293__21-51-500-removing-and-installing) .

Release screws.

Remove guide tube (1).

Installation

Clean thread.

Install screws with Loctite 243.

Tightening torque 23 11 2AZ , see 11 HOUSING WITH COVER .

Scheme 31

Note. Remove sticker (1) and adhesive with a suitable solvent.

Scheme 32

23 12 059 Replacing radial shaft seal for output shaft (GS6-53BZ/DZ)

Special tools required

1. 23 0 020
2. 23 0 200
3. 23 2 320
4. 23 3 210
5. 23 3 230
6. 33 1 150
7. 33 1 154

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

See REAR AXLE - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Unflange propeller shaft from transmission and tie up to one side.

Tasks are described in Removing propeller shaft. See 26 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT (CONSTANT-VELOCITY JOINT) .

Brace output flange with special tool 23 0 020 .

Release collar nut with special tool 23 2 320 .

Release E90,91 M57T2, E60S85 with special tool 23 0 200 .

Installation

Mark flange with thermo pin and heat to min. 80°- 100°.

Scheme 33

Secure collar nut with Loctite 243.

1. Loctite 243: BMW Parts Service.
2. Tightening torque: 23 21 1AZ , see «23 21 TRANSMISSION SHAFTS»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-tightening-torques-e9293__23-21-transmission-shafts) .

Detach output flange (1) with special tool 33 1 150 and adapter plate 33 1 154 from output shaft.

Scheme 34

Release screw on special tool 23 3 210 .

Slide special tool 23 3 210 over output shaft and screw into sealing ring firmly.

Scheme 35

Insert screw into special tool 23 3 210 again and continue turning until sealing ring is pulled out of transmission housing.

If necessary, remove ring spring of sealing ring.

Scheme 36

Installation

Coat sealing lips of new radial seal with gear oil.

Drive in radial seal as far as it will go with special tool 23 3 230 and plastic hammer.

Scheme 37

23 12 089 Replacing radial shaft seal for selector shaft (GS6-53BZ/DZ)

Special tools required

1. 23 0 210
2. 23 0 220

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Shift transmission into 2nd gear
2. Unflange propeller shaft from transmission.

Tasks are described in Removing propeller shaft. See 26 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT (CONSTANT-VELOCITY JOINT) .

Lever retaining ring (1) out of groove with a small screwdriver.

Slide locking ring (1) towards rear.

Drive out cylinder pin (2).

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Screw in special tool 23 0 210 until it is firmly connected with radial seal (1).

Pull out radial seal with special tool 23 0 210 .

Scheme 39

Coat sealing lips of radial seal and selector shaft with transmission oil.

Drive in radial seal with special tool 23 0 220 .

Scheme 40

23 12 510 Replacing radial shaft seal for drive shaft (GS6-53BZ) (S85/S65)

Special tools required

1. 23 0 490
2. 23 3 240

See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove «transmission»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/manual-trans/#manual-transmission-e9293__23-00-018-removing-and-installing) .
2. Remove clutch release unit and release lever from guide tube. See «21 51 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING/LEVER»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/clutches-manual-hydraulic/#clutch-repair-e9293__21-51-500-removing-and-installing) .

Release screws.

Tightening torque: 23 11 2AZ , see 11 HOUSING WITH COVER .

Remove guide tube (1).

Installation

Clean guide tube.

Do not grease guide tube.

Drive a hole into radial shaft seal (1) using a centre punch.

Screw in special tool 23 0 490 .

Drive out radial shaft seal (1) with impact weight (2).

Scheme 41

Installation

Coat sealing lips of radial seal with gear oil.

Push radial seal (1) onto drive shaft up to housing.

Drive in radial seal (1) as far as it will go with special tool 23 3 240 and plastic hammer.

Scheme 42

23 14 ... Replacing reversing light switch

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove rear underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .

GS6-17DG/BG and GS6-37DG/BG transmissions only.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch.

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ , see 14 ELECTRICAL ADD-ON PART .

Note. Illustration similar

Scheme 43

GS6-53DG/BG transmission only

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch.

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ , see 14 ELECTRICAL ADD-ON PART .

Note. Illustration similar

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23 14 505 Replacing transmission oil temperature sensor (GS6-53BZ) (S85/S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Remove underbody protection. See «51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION»(/bmw/m3/e90-2007-2013/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair-e9293-m3__51-47-490-removing-and-installing) .
2. If necessary, remove left heat shields

Recycling

Catch and dispose of gear oil with suitable equipment.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Remove oil temperature sensor (2).

Scheme 45

23 14 550 Removing/replacing zero gear sensor

Necessary preliminary tasks

1. Lower transmission

Tasks are described in Removing transmission .

Disconnect plug connection (1) on zero gear sensor.

Release screws (2).

Remove zero gear sensor.

Tightening torque 23 14 2AZ , see 14 ELECTRICAL ADD-ON PART .

Scheme 46

See also:
• MANUAL TRANSMISSION - OPERATING FLUIDS
• 51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION
• 00 COMPLETE TRANSMISSION
• 23 41 EXTERNAL GEARSHIFT COMPONENTS
• MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS
• MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 51 47 490 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
• ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS
• CLUTCH - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 00 11 229 CHANGING / TOPPING UP / CHECKING GEAR OIL IN MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• 51 71 345 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT (OR RIGHT) SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE
• 26 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT (CONSTANT-VELOCITY JOINT)
• 21 52 CLUTCH OPERATION (HYDRAULIC)
• 22 32 050 REPLACING CROSS-MEMBER FOR TRANSMISSION MOUNTING (S65)
• 21 51 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING/LEVER
• REAR AXLE - SPECIAL TOOLS
• 23 21 TRANSMISSION SHAFTS
• 14 ELECTRICAL ADD-ON PART
• Transmission bracket
• Remove transmission