Got a complete set including booklets if you want it. Our e46 m3 use the same getrag 420g transmission in both 6mt and smg variations. View and download bmw 19992005 m3 service manual online. You can now get a manual box for your e46 bmw m3 csl. Bmw 3series e46 operation and maintenance manual petrol engines. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will enable you to make full use of the advanced technical equipment of your bmw m3. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. I need to recode dme for manual transmission or new software. Manual transmission sequential manual gearbox smg bmw ag. Mar 28, 2021 welcome to the listing for our bmw m3 e46 with only 66000 miles and only 6 previous owners its got great service history and has had 14 visits to bmw ocean plymouth in its lifetime, it drives lovely and being the much desired manual, no smg issues.
Mechanical all preventative maintenance is up to date and no common e46 are present. Aug 09, 2020 its 333 hp and 262 lbft 355 nm of torque in the u. Jan 24, 2011 the e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last 10 years. Mar 30, 2020 the m3 csl is known as one of the best m cars bmw ever produced with the exception of one component. Can you please send me the file if you still have it. They feature improved performance and style packages than that of the original 3 series. We have to cut out the plate that blocks the shift lever hole and weld in the bracket that holds the rear shift lever bushing. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive stance and body design that still competes with todays exotic cars. For bmw e46 3 series m3 323 325 328 330 9906 repair manual. Bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005 service repair manual. This is the complete factory service repair manual for the bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005. Feb 27, 2016 the e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. This 2002 phoenix yellow metallic m3 is a time capsule, collector grade e46 m3.
Next, we install the new parts needed for the manual transmission. Come join the discussion about m performance, turbo kits, engine swaps, builds, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more. Smg owners will tell you well, technically its a manual. Heres the cheapest way to own a manual bmw e46 m3 youtube. Comprehensive smg to manual conversion bmw m3 forum. There is also a very good history folder containing numerous old receipts, mot certificates, and other documentation. Manual transmission sequential manual gearbox smg bmw ag owners handbook manual. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european.
The bmw e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last. Bmw m3 service and repair manuals every manual available online found by our community and shared for free. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to. It is common for the smg pump to fail, which renders your e46 m3 useless. E46 bellhousing machine and prep service for smg to manual. Smg pumps are prone to failure, but more often than not it is a sensor instead of the actual pump. Next, we install the clutch pedal, shift lever and return springs. Jan 09, 2020 the nice thing about the e46 m3 is that its smg transmission can easily be converted to a true manual the gearbox itself can be reused, it just has to have its smg pump removed and a gear.
Bmw m3 smg to manual eurompirebmw repair in charlotte. While they are the same transmission, there are differences between them notably in the bellhousing section. You operate the smg by means of a selector lever in the. Unlike bmw s e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46 s smg and manual options use the same gearbox, allowing for cheap conversion from one to the other a process made simple less daunting by following. Bmw e46 m3 smg 420g bellhousing manual conversion service.
E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development. Bmw m3 e46 only 66000 miles manual cabriolet convertible ebay. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Bmw e46 fanatics forum a forum community dedicated to bmw e46, e90, and f30 owners and enthusiasts. Msportparts now offers an smg bellhousing conversion service. I moved to the csl after having a manual e46 m3 and my main concern with buying the csl was the smg, but soon forgot all about that even my wife liked the smg and got on well with it deniz. Bmw e46 m3 s equipped with a traditional 6 speed manual are becoming harder to find at an affordable price making it hard for most people to own this iconic car. Car is stuck in first gear and gearbox is locked, car hasnt started in over a year, smg pump is priming good and is healthy. Docs bmw mvehicles series owner manuals bmw sections. A bmw m3 csl with a manual transmission is the greatest m. Sep, 2019 how to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual.
The e46 m3 is powered by the s54 straightsix engine and has a 0100 kmh 62 mph acceleration time of 5. This bmw e46 m3 csl converted to a manual transmission makes. Bmw e46 repair and maintenance manual bmw e46 repair. Digital owners manuals available for select model years only. E46 m3 online owners manual pdf bmw m5 forum and m6 forums. Accompanying the car is the original csl book wallet, including the owners manual, sales literature, and the stamped maintenance record. Smg to manual conversion complete with pics the m3cutters. This bmw m3 csl is one of only a handful of known threepedal conversions in the world.
The m3 models are available in coupe, saloon, and convertible body styles. I just bought an 03 m3 smg without an owners manual and found this post. This slicktop e46 m3 has 38k miles and is offered with a factory brochure, a clean carfax report, and a clean minnesota title in the sellers name. New conversion kit adds manual gearbox to e46 bmw m3 csl. The ultimate driving machine owners manual for vehicle. Our e46 bellhousing prep service includes all the parts and machining for the smg to manual conversion. Considered issues of maintenance, diagnostics, there are diagrams and without registration a book on repair and maintenance of bmw 3 e46, size bmw 3 e46 repair and maintenance manual bmw e46 name.
Covers all models, listed as follows 316i 316ci, 318i 318ci, 320i 320ci, 323i 323ci, 325i 325ci, 328i 328ci, 330i 330ci, m3. Back in the day, that meant shelling out several thousand dollars for a full smg unit. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. We install all detents and springs for a worry free installation back into your now manual e46. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european auto. Whether youre a professional or a doityourself bmw owner, this manual will help you understand, care for and repair your car. This service manual has easytoread text sections with top quality diagrams and instructions. Im thinking its either the salmon relay or the gear position sensor. Identical except for color, trim, and rear sunshade. The smg drivelogic is operated via two shift paddles. The first generation smg or sequential manual gearbox transmissions have not held up well over the long run and are starting to empty the pockets of their loyal owners. There are two cast holes in the bellhousing for all 420g bellhousings with getrag only machines those holes in the 6mt units. This top quality bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005 workshop repair service manual is complete and intact as should be without any missingcorrupt part or pages.
All smg conversions now include the sensor delete kit. Bmw 19992005 m3 service manual pdf download manualslib. Professional machine shop work on a proper mill no hand drilling. Below you will find an indepth market analysis of the bmw e46 market. Arguably one of the finest cars bmw s m division ever churned out, in its least desirable form. You can now get a manual box for your e46 bmw m3 csl top gear. In addition, you will receive information on vehicle maintenance to ensure. A bmw m3 csl with a manual transmission is the greatest m car. Jul 30, 2020 m3 e46 a ukbased bmw specialist called everything m3s which, unsurprisingly, only deals with bmw m3s has announced a new modification for owners of e46 generation csls. Bmw e46 m3 buyers guide common issues, problems, pricing. For you smg owners, the smg pump was once a dreaded failure.
Now, the physical mechanism itself is available separately, making this a few hundred dollars rather than thousands. Phoenix yellow was an exclusive and highly desirable color for the e46 m3. It was never available in the us but, for the rest of the world, the e46 bmw m3 csl is said by to be the best mcar ever made. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above.
Genuine bmw catalytic converter torx bolt multiple. I drove an early model pre2003, convertible e46 m3 with the smg transmission. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3 coupe. Nov 20, 2017 this professional technical manual contains service, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for your bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005, covering all modelsenginestrimtransmissions types. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. For additional information about owners manuals, please contact customer relations at 18008311117. In addition, you will receive information on vehicle maintenance to ensure operating. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmw s e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. This is the complete official full factory service repair manual for the bmw m3 3 series e46 19992005. Apr 01, 2016 thats all for part 2 of the e46 update, part 3 will come along with the transmission details, headerexhaust install as well as the interior changes to suit the 6 speed set up. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg unit. Bmw m3 the bmw m3 is the highperformance version of the bmw 3 series of compact executive cars. Read the information contained in this owners manual before driving your new.
Find your ideal bmw m3 e46 0006 from top dealers and private sellers in your area with pistonheads classifieds. Original delivery books, and invoices from 2017 onwards are supplied. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Factory workshop manual factory service manual for the bmw 3 series e46 chassis built between 1997 and 2006.
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