BMW E46 Engine & Transmission Mount Replacement

Engine mounts part number: 22116779970
Transmission mounts part number: 22316799331
Fan clutch removal methods:
• BMW Fan Removal Method...
This video is for entertainment purposes only. 50sKid assumes no liability for any repairs or modifications performed by the viewer as a result of the information contained in this video.

[@jeffreesenn8350]

I love that 50s kid never forgets about us e46 lovers. A true hero😂

[@officialyungtwizted3858]

I love mines she's just a piece of work fr... my mount went bad.. everytime I shift it it'll make a thumping noise I'm having a fuel cut off misfire rn in all cyldiner but 3... maybe it's prolly just one throwing off other codes but man..

[@mrstamped1316]

I third this - my engine started showing signs of bad mounts & my first thought was - "Either ShopLife or 50sKid has a DIY on this" and surely enough I searched it up and 50s kid was first in line. His video are fool proof with clear and precise explanations and demonstrations- for that he will always be my go to DIY'er 🍻🍻

[@leonelrueda4285]

Glad to see e46 content on 2023! Maybe a video replacing all rear bushings would be awesome 🤩

[@dumbeezy5480]

Just bought a zhp and yeah have to replace some rear bushings. So that would be nice

[@NNJJDD5427]

Happy to see new videos for the e46, your videos helped me countless of times, and kept my e46 running, thank you for the great work!

[@Cupid300]

BRO YOU LOST WEIGHT!! HEALTH IS WEALTH !! AND YOUR VOICE IS DIFFERENT!! Whoa , I been watching your videos for 2 years now since owning a e46 2 years ago , Thanks for all the help bro 😎

[@woodst408]

My 2002 325i e46 was leaking. Thanks to you it is not anymore. I am not a mechanic. I followed your video and changed the oil filter gasket myself. I also changed EVERYTHING from the cooling system.

[@ShedLifeUK]

The excitement I got seeing a new E46 50skid video. Thank you Jason for helping us to keep all of our E46's running.

[@oldjarhead1125]

Great video 50sKid! Lots of tips. I just did this on my '05 ZHP automatic. Just a tip, I did NOT remove the engine fan..I just removed the (2) retainers for the shroud (1 screw & 1 plastic rivet) & let the fan lift up the shroud when lifting the engine. easy peezee. Another tip on the transmission mounts, you can use a 1/2" ratchet in the 13mm open end wrench to loosen & tighten the nuts instead of trying to balance the 2nd wrench. Sometimes the wrench will slip off of the other wrench. These are just added tips & not at all saying your way is not great. I love your videos, especially on the E46. Please keep posting. Greetings from that Old Jarhead in WNC

[@icestetic1921]

oorah

[@TACMoney]

first off appreciate all the videos you make! literally the only reason i feel confident owning this car. second dude you look great! keep up the hard work!

[@daniellilly_]

Great to see you're still at it Jason! I don't believe I'd have attempted what I have on the car without your content. Control arms done last weekend. 😉👍

[@PatrickTheJudge]

Finally a detailed transmission mount replacement video. Great job, thanks! 💪🏼

[@hindflight]

Jason - look good with the weight off! keep it up! I just did the transmission mounts last weekend. The top nuts are kind of a bear with lack of clearance. I have some stubby wrenches which had sufficient clearance and luckily because of your previous video I happened to know that a 3/8 extension fits in the 13mm wrench to provide more leverage. Once again thanks!! Edit: The GM trans has a bit less clearance with the heat shield than the ZF that's pictured here.

[@mikechudzik1325]

In the middle of trans mounts on my 5l40e equipped e46 and I will say what a pain in the balls to get to the top nuts

[@hindflight]

@@mikechudzik1325 I feel your pain Mike!! Get a stubby 13mm wrench with the boxed end on the nut. Then insert the extension in the open end. A stubby one will just clear it but you won't have the leverage as I described earlier unless you use the extension. You'll be turning in reverse of course since it's facing away from you... dont forget that!! ;) Good luck!!

[@ignacioromero5014]

Thanks man you have saved me a ton of money and I now have 3 BMW's!

[@kasrabahmanyar1193]

just wanted to thank you so much for putting this info out there. doing a E46 engine job right now and youve made everything a million times easier.

[@callmedoomsday]

Your tutorials make me feel confident to work on my e46. Thank you for your new upload.

[@hamzaishfaqful]

Hello hello, glad youre back to the E46 Stuff! Thanks for all the information through out the years!

[@julioirizarry4262]

Hi. I just recently discovered your channel and purchased a 2002 c330i convertible with only 66k miles with one owner, that basically have the car garage and drove it very little. I am not the handy type; however, I have been watching all your old videos and they are incredibly detail and informative. Although the car looks exceptionally maintain, from watching your videos, I am getting ready for what is to come as far as preventative maintenance and looking for a great mechanic here in El Paso where I lived. Will keep watching and enjoying all your videos. Thanks!

[@Oneklickmedia]

I have 325ci 04 wife original first owner and we are at 190k 🎉. I just replaced intake boots & ignitions coils last year, DISA & MAS sensors. My next tasks are Engine Mounts, CCV/PCV, Flash DME, since I’m getting lean codes. I think as long as you always check your oil level, check for leaks and check coolant level/leaking cap or hose. Your car should run for while! Maintenances are key since everything is plastic. Even headlights wiring used will deteriorate (biodegradable) I was told. So when that happens, you need solder new wires or buy new headlight.

[@utahyork3338]

I changed my engine mounts a couple years ago and removed both at the same time. Then I struggled to get the engine to line up to get the new ones in. I wish I would have done it this way. Thanks for the video J.

[@camui191]

The amount of money I saved because of your clips is monumental. Thank you for sharing these priceless knowledge. U r a legend

[@MrJARO117]

Really love your videos. Have made my life so much easier on many occasions. Thanks and keep it up

[@knowlesb8]

Nice to see you back on the an E46 👍

[@marioguerra5322]

U are an amazing person Jason a true professor my E46 M52 still runs great thanks to u Cheers from Alberta Canada

[@eDXTRe]

Great to see you still have the e46. I think its one of the best driving and nicest lookibg bmw's ever made....

[@michaelblacktree]

Great video. When I replaced the motor mounts in my E46, they were trashed! I'm surprised (and a little envious) you got the trans mounts without dropping the exhaust.

[@JasminaDragunov]

You sir are my hero,im a bmw enthusiast, i have 325ci,330ci and 135i,you have made my life manageable thanks to your infinite knowledge. Thank you for everything ❤

[@jhncvngh]

Hello Mr Jason we love you for continue to make the E46 content videos and it makes us so hot and happy!

[@takeapieandrun]

Thanks for the video, I replaced both of these as the first task when refreshing all my driveline bushings/mounts. That inline 6 was already smooth, it's butter now

[@lgrullon854]

Amazing video, I no longer have my 2 BMW x5....I learned so much from them, but I have decided to switch to Lexus...but I still learn a lot from your videos.

[@Car-Math]

Thank you so much! I replaced my motor mounts on my E46, and your video helped a lot!

[@javiergrant70]

Great video, as always! You said you’d reference the video about the automatic transmission fan, I thought. Great work!

[@50sKid]

Oh, duh, thank you, I will add that.

[@jasontara5327]

I was wondering what else could be causing the vibration at stop wiling you thank you very much Jason a.k.a. 50s kid use your videos constantly good man keep it up

[@danielinacar]

I did mine a few months ago! I referenced a video of yours to set up the engine support bar haha

[@SadisticMagician]

I feel ripped off just a bit love you 50skid!

[@timboyle3114]

Nice to see the e46 getting some love Last time I did engine mounts I used the ECS 75A Durometer ones on my e36. Was doing a manual conversion at the time, plus droppign the cross menber to change the pan gasket and rear main seal, and did something really dumb! I'd used a one of hose HF engine supports to bring the front of the engine up off the mounts, had the trani off so no support at the back! Engine was jambed against the firewall so I though yep I'll be good. Next thing I know the back of the engine is trying to drop though the floor and also front pivoting to put the crank pully though the new misimoto rad that I'd installed - Mad dash with the engine hoist to support the back. All OK in the end! Should have thought that one through better!

[@50sKid]

Ouch lol. I've done a thing or two like that I'm sure!

[@engineer1692]

The best thing about installing the M3 motor and trans mounts is the improved shift accuracy and feel in the shifter. The mounts also last much longer. But they do transmit more vibration.

[@mrwang11]

As always very informative and useful 👍

[@javr604]

Thank you with you videos make easy my fix on my car

[@StyleGT]

thanks you bro, after many years youve been very good help to my family, i think its a time for a rear subframe/control arm bushing overhaul video ^^

[@peegeeinc]

For the right side engine mount, I also remove the bracket from the engine. loosely screwed the engine mount to the chassis and the bracket first. Then fiddled with bracket to engine end to line up the four holes. Then tighten everything. This way, I didn't have to fight with lining up the mount to chassis, mount to bracket, along with the loose heat shield plate. Left side was easy. Nice job!

[@juszl2999]

Wow man, looking good!

[@tannervallejo1340]

i’d be interested to see your opinion of polyurethane mounts. they are stiffer but don’t collapse downward over time virtually at all. love your vids!

[@DannyWifi]

Hey Jason! So happy to see you making videos again along with the weight loss, congrats! Just in time with a question if you don’t mind. I have an e60 now(dreading selling my e46) but weirdly my e60 started rpm fluctuating a few weeks then stopped. Now what’s happening, is when I start to drive, by the first to second shift, the Rpm’s shoot straight to 6-7 and does not go down even when foot is on the throttle. I don’t know why this is happening, but any info could really help, I lost my job and really need help to at least diy to my best of my abilities before touching my savings on a mechanic. Thank you 🙏

[@jberzin3]

Great walkthrough! Jason, in the trans pump video you had an issue where converter was rubbing the pump. What was the cause? Got same issue after assembly.

[@jamesclaeys3192]

Might want to check the book. I understood the fasteners (at least for the M3) used to secure the front subframe reinforcement plate are torqued to yield, meaning the fasteners can be used just once and need to be replaced anytime they are loosened. The tightening sequence includes turning the fastener to a specific torque value and then proceeding with a specified angle of turn to achieve the yielding of the fastener and the required clamping force. Reuse of a yielded fastener can result in its failure due to cracking or fatigue.

[@gregsmith332]

The engine mounts are supposed to be torque to 33 ft lb; the transmission mounts to 15. The reason why he never torque to anyting the suspect is because: 1) he's lazy and 2) his sponsor, Milwaukee, doesn't make a doesn't make a reasonably priced torque wrench.

[@aidenp5768]

My X5 has 164k miles on it with original engine and trans mounts, and sometimes I use to feel vibrations, but after switching to Liquid moly 5w-40 plus anti friction it reduced that vibration at idle significantly, then I switch to Motul which are even better oil and its even less plus the LM anti friction, maybe its just quality oil the engines are happier with. Ive switched to castrol, mobil 1 and even shell, in between and there's a difference in vibrations, there is definitely oil quality in the equation between vibrations mixed with bad mounts.

[@carfeenz]

would you happen to know what inline 6 engines would bolt on to my 1995 bmw 318ti ?

[@Oneklickmedia]

Man my car had vacuum leak at the PCV HOSES/ Crank Case Vent Valve & car been running lean. 2000RPM car stutter and rattle bottom right side. Now that I trace the issue, I am confident that at @13:20 this Mount and heatshield is causing the sound! Cause your video I’m able to try replace PCV/ CCV Kit & Engine Mounts. Let’s hope this does the trick lol

[@CORVAIRWILD]

2003 325xi wagon. Just about to put in intake gaskets and heater hoses, starter etc... thank you FCP EURO

[@seanpaul3050]

Another common issue that causes vibration at idle is where the DME allows the idle speed to drop just a bit too low. For the E90 you can use INPA to increase the target idle speed. You can only do it if the engine is actually switched on and at normal operating temperature. I don't know if you can do it for the E46.

[@gregorytolson1648]

This a much easier, recommended method on getting the engine mounts out versus purchasing the engine bar that you’ve used in your previous video?

[@ricardotorreblanca1269]

Cheers brother, I know it’s not related to the video but I recently changed water pump, thermostat and lower thermostat. Now the E-fan won’t engage and it overheats(fan does engage if I unplug the ect)

[@Michaelmaxwelll]

Thank you

[@NickyStikes]

I encountered an issue during the removal of the transmission bracket. Not sure if the previous owners replaced the pipes or the fitment or my 2004 330ci is different, but I didn’t have enough room to remove the nut holding the bracket that connects to the transmission mount because of the placement of the pipes. Looks like I need to drop the pipes to access that space.

[@Nankech]

I'm planning on doing that this weekend. Isn't there an issue with using the oil pan as a lifting point ?

[@justinnewton9679]

Cool I’m doing this on my m3 this week

[@herrerafoto]

Hey Jason, did you re-paint your car? Looks like new! Great video as always!

[@50sKid]

I think one of the previous owners had it repainted. But I actually still need to do some paintwork on other panels. But thanks!

[@steviepere1822]

Would upgrading the motor mounts to m3 mounts still smooth ride?

[@gavinviering4150]

Would it be possible to get the transmission mounts out without removing the fan as a whole and instead use your method 2 of the other video and simply remove the fan blades and shroud? Additionally, if the headers are off of the car would the engine lift up more evenly? I saw another video that believed that the exhaust is what make the passenger side "heavier" when jacking it up.

[@TheLeagueMontage]

Hey, I was looking into getting the HSPSWIFTER Upgrade Aluminum Valve Cover Kit with Gasket for the E46. Is it worth switching over to the aluminum one or should i just do the simple valve cover gasket replacement kit? Would really appreciate your response to this!

[@steviepere1822]

Are those lemforder mounts?

[@michaelwalton3631]

I started doing the engine mounts but lost my nerve with the right hand side, feels a bit dangerous to me. I'm gonna get me an engine support bar and do it that way, feels much safer...?

[@LeverPhile]

Yes, engine support bar works great. Lets you lower the front subframe much more. And you can now DIY the oil pan gasket.

[@ddemier]

Please post more videos. Where did the 50's kid go?

[@anaestereo810]

Jason, e70 owner here. Tried motor mounts but couldn't jack the engine high enough to pull the mount out..do you know.if we the car standing on its wheels you can unbolt the bracket support on an X series (awd) to get more room?

[@50sKid]

You can but you will need to suspend the engine from above using a cross brace as you see me doing in my oil pan gasket videos.

[@gregorytolson1648]

Are the mounts you removed the ones you put in the car 6 years ago?

[@joecortez4197]

I have a question going off topic. I have a short oil drain bolt it's kind of weird looking. It's not threading in tight I want to go to m12 bolt but my pan uses that weird bolt how do I fix this issue

[@mustangj0hn]

You may have found the nuts on the gearbox mounts easier to work using a "Crows Foot" spanner (Wrench) on a 3/8 extension ?

[@50sKid]

Yes indeed but I didn't want to use too many specialty tools and put people off the job.

[@LeverPhile]

I found that a stubby wrench will work ... or cutting a spare wrench down to size. Crowsfeet almost never work.

[@svenklingler3065]

did u uninstall the catch can? if so why?

[@artofbeatspro]

When you started on the passenger side mount you had the driver side fully done?? Like, the bottom and top nuts were fully on already?

[@50sKid]

Yes sir. You don't want to do the passenger side first because there is a good chance your old mounts are completely torn out so the whole engine will lift from both sides.

[@Sammyb_rc]

just replaced mine, also my passenger side engine mount bracket was cracked so i replaced that too, no vids on that but its pretty easy. has anyone tried the engine mounts from amazon?

[@momoghal3711]

Nicely done! You need new headlight lenses, though.

[@davidj4662]

You have to replace the headlight. $$

[@50sKid]

I have 'em sitting around -- I keep forgetting to order new gaskets. Thanks for the reminder lol.

[@momoghal3711]

@@davidj4662 not on an e46 sedan.. Lol

[@momoghal3711]

@@50sKid yours have xenons? It might be worth replacing the projectors as the chrome finish inside burns out over time so you get reduced light output. It's about $150 for a pair. But well worth making a video on replacing them (I think). I know my E46 xenon projectors started to fade before I got rid of the car. I replaced the lenses but it wasn't as bright as expected. Someone mentioned the projectors to me but sold the car before I could do them.

[@jonathanbock8435]

I presume 10mm extension needed? I need the size info, thanks! EDIT: Nevermind, it's 16mm.

[@gavinviering4150]

No way. I am about to do this job this weekend hahahah

[@gafgarage1219]

Hi! I have a big vibration in my car after 2000k rpm, it’s engine mount???

[@lx4118]

Quick question, my bank 1 SFT and LFT is zero, bank 2 SFT zero but LFT is -5.5, what can it be ? Fuel injector or oxygen sensor, how to troubleshoot?

[@bodefosho]

This might be a dumb question but how do you know the torque specs for each nut and bolt? Do you have a service manual you're referencing?

[@gregsmith332]

The engine mounts are supposed to be torque to 33 ft lb; the transmission mounts to 15. The reason why he never torque to anyting the suspect is because: 1) he's lazy and 2) his sponsor, Milwaukee, doesn't make a doesn't make a reasonably priced torque wrench.

[@MarcelF929]

can you convert from fan to e fan? without getting thermal problems

[@grahambanks3256]

yes, I did it on my 325 auto and the summer ambient can be 35C+ have not had any problem in the last two years, even in heavy traffic

[@ronj6586]

you went back to auto?

[@CraigC-cy3eg]

So my e46 330ci goes into reverse but only goes at 1.5 or 2.0 rpm can anyone help every other gear is good

[@AlessandroLaNave]

Hi guys! I need some help: I recently replaced both motor and trans mount following this procedure. Ride is a lot smoother now, but problem is that the car in rubbing (sound seems metal on metal or metal on ground) somewhere. The noise seems to be coming from the front left of the car. It only happens when hitting bumps. I’m sure this was not happening before this job. I spent several hours under the car and looking inside the engine bay without any luck. Do you know what could be causing this issue? Thanks a lot!

[@crusions]

did you make sure to put the bottom nut on the mount?

[@Paxe22]

Was this e46 not manual swapped?

[@50sKid]

I swapped back later

[@GripsandTheyWhips]

I removed the cabin filter, housing right above the engine to make it real easy to lift

[@jayparnes]

Engine support bar before you lose a finger. That’s like working under a car without jack stands.

[@AshtewanPhotoVideo]

when you say torque to spec and dont list a torque spec you are saying good and tight, right?

[@officialyungtwizted3858]

I dont even trust those stands..I've seen sum give out that shits terrifying.

[@icestetic1921]

the countless times ive touched myself to these videos his voice is so soothing

[@KrystianZakrzewskiferrero]

Hi is there a possibility to have some sort of contact with you

[@CORVAIRWILD]

1st view. Who cares