BMW M3 POV (HD)--SMG II Tour--How to Use the SMG Transmission

BMW M3 POV (HD)--SMG Tour--How to Use the SMG Transmission
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[@borisboka9911]

It's easy to use SMG just spray and pray

[@PortableScarab8]

Hahaaa I like you

[@ibertshanka]

Thanks guy had to move my boss's m3 this morning this was very helpful!lol!!

[@magnumricknineg]

+Ibert Shanka whoa, super glad you found my channel then. Glad it was moved without an issue. Thanks for your support!

[@aboodhasan2996]

Model what

[@trentkeyes9818]

Is it better to let off the gas while driving when you shifting or no🤷🏼‍♂️

[@adamchase1517]

Basically it’s an automatic that’s confused

[@KidJaeProductions]

Adam Chase 🤦🏾‍♂️😒

[@abelfigueroa3146]

LMAOOOOOOOOOO IM DED

[@Gk-kr5bi]

No Bcos you can do this on the new BMW’s and other major cars especially golfs

[@UrFavDudeOnUtube]

😂😂😂

[@michaeldavis2531]

It's an "automated" manual, with an electrohydraulic single-clutch.

[@MisterResistance101]

Most wanted M3 here I come

[@albertrosich2408]

I have an SMG , and I just love it ,.. The funny thing is that I never even try the auto mode, maybe a few seconds the very first day, but really I just think about it as a pure manual transmission, without the clutch, and faster and more efficient downshifts, and faster and more aggressive upshifts, with the added benefit of having stick and paddles to change gear, so you can actually be more efficient in tracking. It might not be as efficient as modern transmissions that are seamless smooth etc ,, but the truth is that I absolutely prefer this transmission, it is just a super manual without a clutch. I don't have that raw manual feeling with the newer transmissions, boring.... so I would consider a manual if I ever get a newer model.. SMG is just a manual on steroids, and never to be driven in auto NEVER.

[@topspeedeurope]

Albert just curious are you aware that with an SMG gear box that you still need to let off the throttle before engaging a gear? For proper shifting and life time of the transmission.

[@EuroSpec39]

@@topspeedeurope I never understood why

[@oni5909]

@@topspeedeurope i’ve heard both ways like you do and you don’t for some people i’m lost on what you’re supposed to do

[@topspeedeurope]

@@EuroSpec39 Its good for the longevity of the transmission really. The Manual states you do not have to lift off throttle. Although that is true, for every day driving I would lift off. If I am trying to be as fast as I can I would do no lift shift. Also in a higher RPM there is a greater transmission oil pressure. So the Tranny favors that more when not lifting off throttle.

[@nukeman4694]

@@topspeedeurope it is because the SMG still uses a hydraulic clutch and the difference between engine speed and transmission speed can be non optimal if you stay on the gas mid shift. It’ll make the engine rev higher during the shift, and will make the clutch have to compensate for a larger difference in speeds. If similar enough to a manual, the gears themselves would not be damaged, rather the clutch.

[@xgibson16x20]

6:02 "thank you much so guys" lol

[@magnumricknineg]

+Blake Gibson Yoda inspired

[@motorpd]

Thank you for detailed explanation.

[@magnumricknineg]

+모터피디 MotorPD No problem!

[@connorh4104]

Brilliant video! Thank you

[@johnf8991]

Great video, Thanks!

[@mhoch226]

this video makes me understand finally the SMG, great job!

[@malleshshava1566]

I am visiting the e46 seller tomorrow and this really helped me, thanku so much dude

[@kristapsswenson7951]

Thank you so much for this video , I am now confident in buying my 2006 M3 E46 here in Arizona

[@Hong-tb2bv]

Well done. Thanks.

[@abdulrahmanar9412]

Very useful thanks

[@tamaratamara7600]

Very helpful

[@edwinner100]

this entire time I thought it was a fancy engine for a manual gear box but knowing this and that I can drive it as a automatic makes me happy to know I can actually drive this car I was kinda bummed because I thought it was manual this entire time and was confused why I could never find a automatic m3 but thanks now it makes sense and best way to drive it since you don't wanna go up or down with trouble just let the car do its thing

[@laughingman630]

Great video thanks for all the info

[@magnumricknineg]

+di4m0ndgg|news No problem buddy! Thanks for watching.

[@splatter5737]

dope vid

[@nicovasquez7195]

Thank you this helped a lot

[@magnumricknineg]

+Nico Vasquez No problem Nico!

[@campaspe810]

Neutral is LIT! sick

[@mschoenfuss5738]

Great video. Looking at one today.

[@magnumricknineg]

+M Schoenfuss Thanks, best of luck on your search

[@Maise004]

Thank you !!! You are the only video I can find showing me how to drive in SMG transmission correctly.

[@feelness]

Thanks buddy i just bought my m3 off my dad and he always used the automatic mode and I like to use the paddles because it feels like a supercar

[@unclejamesx9808]

Good vid

[@tyler22117]

Very good and explanatory video. Thank you!

[@magnumricknineg]

+Tyler Olson So glad you enjoyed and liked the SMG video

[@magnumricknineg]

+Tyler Olson No problemo!

[@morningwood9202]

Great video helped a lot thanks

[@magnumricknineg]

+MorningWood NO problem! Glad you enjoyed and thanks for the support!

[@rubennavarro5886]

+European Motors do you ride first gear

[@magnumricknineg]

+Ruben Navarro Not really clear what you mean? Do you mean letting go of the accelerator when you shift?

[@b.o2221]

Thank you

[@lovenowandalways1]

Thanks

[@TheBlackdragon936]

You should have talked about the S1-6 modes and mode 1 will start you at 2nd from the car stopped and 2-6 will do 1st gear. You can also go down to 3rd gear on the freeway or track to race in S4-6 but not less as it won't let you go lower than 4th. You can also reset the system holding both paddles + and minus at the same time.

[@magnumricknineg]

+TheBlackdragon936 Thanks for the extra info! Im glad you put it on here so that others can read it and be informed. Thanks for watching!

[@sebastianalvarado2390]

I’m a porter at BMW and someone brought in a E46 M3 bit older than yours lol. I wanted to park it and was confused by the gearbox lol never seen before and I’m not familiar with BMW older ones at least. Messed around with it a bit and figured it out lol but wanted to be familiar with it. Figured it was a sequential anyway

[@bavarianmotorsport9630]

This is smg is in the 2007 550i sport package also. Aggressive smg paired to a german v8.

[@xboxgamer4269]

A little late to see this video but I'm now 16 and this is what I want to but, found on for a good price, so this was super helpful. thank you for the video.

[@magnumricknineg]

+XBOXGAMER My pleasure!

[@Blackbeentv]

Thanks I'm in Jamaica

[@TorQue_WrenCh]

Tq for that,nice explaination mate..

[@magnumricknineg]

My pleasure!

[@magnumricknineg]

+TorQue WreNcH glad it helped

[@emilepapillon2275]

Read this comment as with an Australian accent

[@magnumricknineg]

+Emile Papillon heya mate!

[@rnajestic608]

This actually looks really fun. Im looking to get a m3 with the laguna seca blue color. “My favorite color btw” and I honestly might rather have a smg because im very new to maunal driving

[@rubenguevara874]

SMG’s are great if you drive normally most of the time. If you like to step on it and zip around most of the time, SMG’s can become very unreliable. And they cost and arm and a leg to service, unless you can do it yourself of course.

[@stopspin]

Automated manual transmission. Gearbox is the same as the manual model. Only difference is that pneumatic oil pressure unit changes gears when you flick the gear lever. So yes there is a clutch.

[@russelltaylor3282]

I will say, you had me about/up to the 03:00 point. You did us all owners of an E46, M3 the “continued” backlash within this inspired, race-oriented car of it’s remarkable features, both upside and minuses. HOLLAR!

[@antonio-andresfortezastefanova]

The things he said haha, awesome.

[@shampo0oLWD]

So the car doesn't start crawling when you let go of the brake pedal? Like a DSG gearbox or a torque converter automatic gearbox?

[@GrOuNdZeRo7777]

Cool! I like it! I guess i'll get an SMG E46.

[@redmgf96]

Very useful demo. Clearly presented.

[@magnumricknineg]

Thanks so much for the support, Frank! Glad it was helpful!

[@lmpjr88]

Hey !! Great video !! What is the name of that shift knob ?? TIA

[@DavidDiaz-mc3ug]

I don't want to mess with your camera work.

[@aviacionupn]

What function has the button down the gear knob

[@arthurserino2254]

I notice the brake pedal is not double-wide like it is on any other type of automatic transmission car.

[@shitpostcentraI]

why am i watching this i have a regular manual

[@smamas114]

Hmm sounds nice , what i dont like to a torque converter gearbox is that when i am in D and i take my foot off the brake pedal the car start moving

[@ErockHQ]

The only thing stopping me from purchasing this is the cost to replace or repair this transmission. I’d imagine it’s INSANELY expensive

[@better_dayz_]

meanwhile you can also convert the gearbox(smg) to a handshift doesn't cost that much, I can't tell you how expensive it is because I'm not from your country. So it might be expensive, or even cheaper than with me in Germany.

[@lmpjr88]

What is the name of that shift knob ?? TIA

[@LegiitPanda]

Getting an M4 with SMG and this helped out a lot, thank you. So a 2015 M4 will have the auto mode as well correct?

[@magnumricknineg]

Yes! The M4 is actually a dual clutch transmission with automatic mode and manual mode. The shifts, however, are lightning fast! You will NOT be disappointed!

[@berksa9607]

Can i change from manuell to auto mode while driving or got to stop to change to automatik Sry for my englisch

[@ModernProgram]

Yes you can! I am able to do it on my M5

[@better_dayz_]

Wish I had that beautiful car :( have a long time to go to have a E46 M3 Smg >:

[@per.bjoerk]

I would consider a M3 with a SMG transmission, because of the ability to shift, without the computer interrupting my driving. Some transmissions are known to shift even though you are in "manual" mode. The only reason I would consider the SMG over a good old three pedal and stick setup is sitting in slow traffic and city driving.

[@magnumricknineg]

+Per-Martin Bjørk It is definitely easier for heavy traffic with the SMG, just have to finesse that throttle

[@Therez0r]

@@magnumricknineg smg doesnt like strest traffic. Pump will die

[@hectorgallegos8690]

Yess question, how to drift smg

[@MrHengDoItAll]

I want one E46 m3

[@d3admaub938]

How did you manage to overcomplicate this

[@stanislavbozhenko9257]

Thanks for the video. How to properly stop the car with SMG? Should it be turned off with smg in 1position, not N, correct?

[@dimka9777]

It should be in n ofc

[@lookingforatune]

"This is the accelerator, this the brake" kidding right..

[@magnumricknineg]

+lookingforatune Our audience spans many age groups. I have seen people mistake the pedals for each other and ask what to do since there is no clutch pedal. Thanks for watching!

[@GB2G]

i thought they were both accelerators and the brake is in the backseat

[@gonolz]

but where does the key go?

[@digitalportakal2782]

Hi i want to ask a question , is it go to rew limiter in manual ?

[@emilepapillon2275]

Yes it does

[@Army4Runner]

I’m a manual guy but the SMG has me interested.

[@eddie2000ad]

I have an 03 mr2 spyder with a sequential manual, I've fallen in love with even with the sluggish shifting, an e46 m3 is definitely going to replace her, idc if it's a depreciating asset with lots of money to maintain, I just want a car that's fun for the weekends and makes me happy to drive

[@imrutherfandium8956]

Even Tho I Know How To Drive Sequential I Still Watched The Video

[@magnumricknineg]

+Im Rutherfandium Thanks for watching!

[@KidJaeProductions]

I want one.

[@eldinamita7550]

Wish i have a bmw e46m3

[@erkopihlak]

Does it changes gears automatically when you're in red line ? Normal atm gearbox changes gears and that is so annoying when you're sideways!

[@davidcraig7771]

Erko Pihlak no it does not upshift

[@biz4twobiz463]

Very helpful video. So, the SMG does not have a "P" for park? Interesting...

[@magnumricknineg]

That's right. No P for park

[@GPx1]

anybody know what happens if you throw the smg into neutral while moving..lets say at highway speeds..you pop into neutral, you coast for a bit, lose some speed and then want to go back in gear...so you would have to move the shifter to the right. does the car keep the same gear as when you pulled into neutral and therefore it would be wise to rev match or does the car select a gear for you? just wondering how the smg operates in these conditions to see if an smg can be hypermiled with, theoretically.

[@davidcraig7771]

G Corry car goes into normal gear for the speed it's at.

[@p.doetsch6209]

Yes can be hyper-miled like any other manual.

[@Louis-xn1rs]

It works the same as a dct from the newer m cars

[@deplorabledave1048]

You are incorrect. I have an SMG. It is confusing. But when a "D" is showing you are in MANUAL MODE! You have to look closely. There is an tiny ARROW pointing to the right. This means if you push the spring loaded shifter to the right you will SWITCH to the auto shift "D" mode. And vice versa. VERY confusing at first. It seems backwards to also see an "S" (manual paddle shift mode) when the car is actually IN the auto shift "D" mode. I have owned my 2005 e46 M3 with SMG since 2008. NO problems with my SMG. But I did have the 12V pump motor dissembled and sprayed with brake clean (brushes dust) and then reassembled. No parts needed.

[@dicemaster1996]

Just learned about this from donut media.

[@GeXExtremist]

i heard you can stall with an smg, how does that work?

[@RivalBro]

I had an E60 M5 with SMG, yes you can stall. If you are stopped and want to start rolling, if you don't give enough gas it stalls just like a manual, it did with me many times until I got the hang of it.

[@MrMandoz82]

Which one is much better smg or 6speed? I heard smg transmission is nt good

[@tshoarelokoalane7674]

short throw six speed!!

[@Trigga.876]

When you down shift does it automatically throttle blip/rev match or would you have to rev match like a manual w/clutch

[@magnumricknineg]

It does not blip the throttle for you. The sensation is more like if you would swallow in a gulping fashion as the gear downshifts. If you shift down at a higher RPM, the downshifts are smoother. From 2nd to 1st, the downshift is pretty jolting unless you compensate or just stop automatically and let the gears auto select to first in which you don't feel the change at all.

[@drewgo224]

European Motors are those jerky downshifts bad for the trans? Or is it possible to do a mini rev match?

[@magnumricknineg]

So it is possible to rev match--A fairly advanced move and not worth it in my mind. The tech in the car is ancient by today's comparisons and while clutch life can be lengthened out a bit, it is still negligible.

[@davidcraig7771]

N54 Trigga cheap ecu software will give you the blip on the downshift like the csl

[@jerrodriley4290]

Dude has a weird obsession with talking nonstop about the damn ebrake. Thats something that maybe only needed to be briefly mentioned about once.

[@Alikhan78611]

how do you put in in neutral without starting the car for towing purpose?

[@richardsantos7334]

I'm a toe operator We see these type of cars including Mercedes Audi's all exotics Can't get in neutral electric shiters if don't run u screwed put the tow and drag them with skates

[@mostafakhalifa5828]

How much is this please

[@garethwalker847]

now i see why the smg can be converted to manual

[@Yes-kn6zm]

Im so glad he explained how the handbrake works fuckin hell

[@user-pd8ey4ip8t]

😂😂😂

[@rajendrakusmayadi7044]

Is it worth it to buy an M3 e46?

[@magnumricknineg]

+radja Kusmayadi If you like them yes. Im more of an M5 guy myself. M3 is small beans haha

[@adamlauben2279]

My friend has an e46 with the smg and he says that he has to take his foot off the gas when he shifts because if he doesnt its "bad for the engine" is this true?

[@osamabinligginballz3804]

yes

[@davidcraig7771]

Adam Lauben no it's not bad. The clutch actuates to the speed of the flywheel so you don't drive it like you would a 3 pedal manual

[@Cesarolmos7084]

hola sabrás si el mantenimiento de la transmisión smb de primera generación es mas cara que una transmisión automática normal y de ser así cuanto cuesta??

[@magnumricknineg]

Si, la trasmision SMG es mas cara que la automatica. Te combiene comprar una usada porque si sale mucho. Gracias por ver mis videos y bienvenidos a ver los otros que tengo! Gracias!

[@Cesarolmos7084]

Gracias a ti amigo, estoy por comprar un bmw 325 modelo 2004 con Transmisión smg de primera generación pero me comenta el vendedor que solo le falta el mantenimiento de la transmisión que se le hace cada 60,000 kilómetros, me dice que solo se hace en la agencia, mi pregunta es será muy latosa esta transmisión será que se descompone mas fácilmente?? Gracias por tus respuestas Rick

[@ricknineg]

César Olmos Ten cuidado y has que lo chequea un mechanico para ver cuando puede ser. Esas trans son muy delicadas.

[@Cesarolmos7084]

Gracias Rick lo voy a checar!!

[@ricardoguardado5633]

I live in downtown Los Angeles this car is nice its an M3 why do people complain about automatics

[@luithegreat7520]

Seems like my 8 speed auto that you can change gears in the exact same way would be better?

[@hectorbruno8452]

I heard that the SMG transmission can be clunky while driving normally as in the in the street, is that true or is that a lie?

[@magnumricknineg]

+Hector Bruno driven in auto mode is not a great ride. The computer is just too slow to shift when it needs to. I do manual shifting with paddles or stick and it shifts fairly quickly. If driven in quickest shifting mode, the clutch lasts longer too. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching, Hector.

[@FishFind3000]

Yes it is clunky, but if your in manual and shift the car yourself all you have to do to make it silky smooth is lift your foot off the gas when you shift and that helps the car make a smoother shift. Otherwise the car has to cut the power change gears and put the power back on. Vs if you lift it just has to shift. Make the car do less work.

[@TheBlackdragon936]

Not if you let off the gas at 3k rpm when it's about to shift.

[@FishFind3000]

If you had the original shifter it would be more helpful to have that ripoff ion on top to show where the gears are.

[@magnumricknineg]

+FishFind3000 this is the shifter the car came with. The original icon used just shows plus and minus and is not helpful at all at showing which gear you are in. Thanks for watching!

[@FishFind3000]

+European Motors for the e46 m3 they only come with two shifters on for smg and one for stick. Both have a pic depicting the gearbox. The one you have isn't stock.

[@magnumricknineg]

Thanks for the info! Like I said, this was the one the car came with from the previous owner so we kept it like it came.

[@Savorychicken41]

Does it blip on downshifts?

[@magnumricknineg]

No really, it kind of swallows the blip...

[@ihabdia6486]

So it's stick Tronic with paddles. What's the point in that might as well make it automatic with those features like the 330ci

[@magnumricknineg]

+ihab dia It is not tiptronic. Tiptronic has no clutch assisting in the changing on gears. It is an automatic trans. The SMG has a computerized controlled clutch that instead of being controlled by your left foot, is controlled by the computerized control system. Two different concepts.

[@octaviangeorge5455]

so this works exactly like dual clutch, but have only 1 clutch? cool..

[@alextattoo7137]

Hi Are this tipe of gearbox problematics and expensive to mantein!

[@saltybutsain6348]

Yes don’t get one

[@grizzlygaming8857]

GOD I WANT A '05 BMW M3 😩

[@SOCCERSUCK123]

Grizzlygaming88 why 05'

[@jeremy5063]

what's the switch directly below the gearshift do?

[@magnumricknineg]

+Jeremy Smith It changes the aggressiveness/shift quickness ranging from comfortable to very quick

[@goddessomai9177]

By this he means the time the trans shift between gears and how hard it shifts (as in feel). A SMG is a dog trans. It's bad in every sense there is. If you buy one drive until it dies then get a real trans in the form a 6 speed Manual and gain back the 40 horses this thing eats.

[@fdmjiv]

You are the dumbest person I have ever heard talk about SMG. This is not a "dog box". It is the same Getreg 420 as the 3 pedal car. The only difference is the bellhousing is not machined to return the stick to the center. Stop spreading misinformation. Oh, and the "40 horsepower loss" thing is so utterly stupid. First, if it was a dog box, it would have the same parasitic loss as a non dog box, as they both have a clutch, not a torque converter. Secondly, SMG uses the same clutch, flywheel and pressure plate as the 3 pedal car, since the only difference is that these parts are moved by a computer controlled system, meaning no parasitic loss like an auto. When you are finished pulling the head out of your ass, come back and speak. I have a feeling we will never hear from you again, but try me. I owned and SMG for 7 years, and shot the most popular video on the topic. Try me.

[@ExtraKawaii]

@@fdmjiv lol no production car would ever have a dog box because of how fragile they are, how rough they have to be shifted, and the ludicrous amount of noise they make. Dog boxes exist for weight and servicing ease, not because they can be shifted fast, thats just a side effect lol.

[@grimchuckles9484]

@@fdmjiv Good answer! I owned two e46 M3 with SMG. I think it added about 15 pounds because of pump, fluid etc. The only problem I had was the notorious salmon relay. Just carried extra in trunk.

[@zionmassil1526]

I might buy an SMG, and then IMMEDIATELY change it to manual.

[@DigitalSubset]

That's like a 15k job. Just let it be and buy a manual...

[@zionmassil1526]

Probably a confusing conversion, but really i'd assume about 2k on parts at most. Manuals are far more expensive and difficult to find, because people actually want them. SMG to manual conversion could actually end being cheaper.

[@5times146]

ZdMpiMp d it's not the 80s manuals are so old fashioned

[@zionmassil1526]

And autos are so boring

[@5times146]

ZdMpiMp d yeah I agree in a 1980s hahahaha

[@swansmeister]

Only 2 pedals huh what, realy wow I didnt know that

[@smithsmith1000]

Freightliner transmission

[@justinglaser3547]

Its not a real manual by any means. They only offered it so that those who can't drive an actual stick can feel somewhat manly.

[@davidcraig7771]

Justin Glaser no they made it because it was supposed to have shift times faster than humanly possible

[@JSAUC3]

k j exactly i just got a smg this guy is bullshit

[@madarauchiha6paths.33]

So it’s like a dual clutch 😐

[@DavesLife100]

So it's like a trip tronic transmission?

[@magnumricknineg]

+DavesLife100 No, a tiptronic is a standard automatic trans. This trans has a standard transmission clutch that disengages electronically similar to when your foot pushes in the clutch. Only, there is no foot pedal. The car is doing that motion for you. Standard autos do not have this clutch movement of a manual trans

[@ValioN77]

is there any kind of S "sport" mode??

[@magnumricknineg]

+Valka1212 Yes, theres a Sport button as well as a "secret unmarked aggressive notch" on the gear shifting button that appears when you turn the traction control off and hit it max to the right

[@Mr.Hashira]

so my question is this car auto and manual ? and how do I put it into park and reverse from auto?

[@magnumricknineg]

The car is technically a manual transmission with an internally computer-controlled clutch. There is no park. You can leave it in neutral and pull the brake and it should not move or leave it in gear 1,2 or reverse and turn the car off, e-brake on and it won't move either. Thanks for watching!

[@Mr.Hashira]

European Motors thank you do u recommend the smg for a person that has never driven manual?

[@magnumricknineg]

I do recommend it. There is a small learning curve because you need to be a bit more aware driving. Try it out. You will get it and I am sure enjoy it.