E46 ZF 5HP19 Transmission Rebuild Part 1 BMW 330i 325i DIY

[@ericbest468]

I have been doing some of my own car repairs for a number of years without consultation, a few months ago my daughter"s 2000 E46 BMW would not move when the reverse was selected, so I started to watch some video, after reviewing a few, I choose your videos to test my ability. This was my first attempt at a transmission repair job and because of your detailed videos and articulation, I was able to complete the repairs to the transmission. You are proof that KZbin can be used constructively and not necessarily destructively. THANK YOU 50S KID. Your videos are great teaching tools, keep them coming.

[@henryt9254]

Great DIY video. No venture, no gain and that's part of the learning process. Come to think about it, that's how the entire human race advance and guys like you are the pillars of that culture. Hats off to you !

[@herrbrahms]

I'm extremely impressed by you taking on a transmission overhaul. That said, seeing the inside of one of these beasts makes the best argument ever to choose the simplicity of a manual gearbox.

[@utahyork3338]

Why am I watching this on a beautiful Saturday afternoon? I only have manual transmissions! Thanks for the great videos. You are very easy to listen to and follow. I process things very similar to you - read lots and watch videos to build up my confidence. Then, tackle the job. Good job.

[@vulgivagu]

I am an amateur and have rebuilt many manual boxes without any problems, but I have no idea how you have so much knowledge to rebuild one of these. I watch the pros doing this and you are just as good.

[@flyboy3633]

Did you steal my brain ? This is exactly how I think ! I like the way you narrate the details as you go. Too often someone with "expert knowledge" just pops a part off, gives it a name and throws it to the side with no explanations. You take the time to clean, show and describe what you're seeing and doing. Like Chevy Chase said in Modern Problems after he snorted up a trail of "demon powder" - I like it !

[@anyhootyepo654]

Recently told I need a new Trans on my 2000 323is, and I tell you I have been in the "dumps" since last Friday! So I decided to make it my mission to learn more about it, other than knowing that it helps drive the car! Within a few days, I have become accustomed to the terminology, while searching for a new one, used or rebuilt. I viewed the video on Mr. Ferraro and learned something about gears 3 and 4 ( part of my problem with car). Additionally, my learning experience continued as the video moved to the 50's kid on rebuilding the trans. I have gained so much just by watching you breakdown your transmission. You are so darned efficient, knowledgeable and organized. I'm impressed! But not only that, you have helped me alleviate some of my fears of the unknown. I now know and with more seeking and searching, I can make an informed decision about my car. Thanks and thanks!

[@dwightpilkilton7870]

I am very impressed with your patience and ability, I don't think I could ever tackle this

[@michaelthompson4601]

This is the best. I could watch you all day . I love your approach to projects and how clear and descriptive you are . Genuinely Thank you.

[@Johnathan_Waters]

You are a very good mechanic. You are also definitely a very intelligent person, obviously. I commend you for your dedication, that is a trait that is all too rare in society today!

[@herrerafoto]

Thank sooooo very much for these BMW videos! Thanks to you I summoned the courage to work on our E39 leaky transmission!

[@RazorKane22]

Mario Herrera where exactly was your e39 leaking?

[@jeffjeff4477]

I have a 02 986 Boxster with some low fluid induced slippage Contemplating a rebuild... interesting and informative

[@baja1980s]

You have the best videos on KZbin on how to! Hands down

[@robertlaugherty4914]

That spring compressor tool is absolute genius! I have the gm tranny in my 330ci and will ultimately have to rebuild or replace it. Everything I've read (very little in the way of you tube) says that compressing those is a bee otch and you made it look like child's play. Thanks again for an awesome vid!

[@50sKid]

+Robert Laugherty Yeah it's a piece of cake to compress auto tranny clutch packs. The tool is the design of Jeff Richardson, whose videos I credit in the description.

[@robertlaugherty4914]

+50sKid the pistons are evidently difficult to put back in place on the gm 5L40e. They sell some sleeves to help wedge them back into place. I hope my transmission doesn't fail anytime soon but I'm actually looking forward to trying this. Even considered buying a junk yard one to practice on. Didn't see a significant amount of burning on your clutch steels so looks like this will serve you a good long time! Are you going to replace the wiring harness? Do you think that is necessary due to the heat cycling making it brittle?

[@50sKid]

+Robert Laugherty Wait for part 2--I show how I deal with burn spots on my C clutch steels. I did not replace the wiring harness--it's fine. Just had to be really delicate. So transmission builders use something called a Bench Buddy www.benchbuddy.com/ to burnish the insides of the piston sleeves in the valve bodies to help sticky pistons to not be stuck. It's like a pipe cleaner that you can stick on a drill. There is a transmission builder called Hiram Gutierrez who has a good KZbin channel and he uses them. kzbin.info I highly recommend you watch one or two of his builds on other GM transmissions and maybe you'll get a good idea of what it looks like. I can't remember which of his videos I saw it in, but if I can find it I'll post it.

[@50sKid]

+50sKid Oh check that out he has a whole bunch of vids on the 4L60E transmission, that must be somewhat similar: kzbin.infosearch?query=5L40E

[@robertlaugherty4914]

+50sKid thanks for the help and good references

[@GBus69]

That's a lot of work and it takes a ton of balls to tackle that job on. Nice job!

[@50sKid]

+Jean Dumitrescu Thx!

[@jordancoleman2693]

Your videos are amazing!!! I used to complaint about not any good quality rebuild/replacement e46 videos. Then I found your channel!

[@50sKid]

Thanks!

[@KKE1978]

Am pretty handy with my e39 but am glad i have a manual. This is too complicated. Hats to you young man

[@elvrboy]

damn this man has some patience and ability to do this, i could never. my respect

[@nikolanikce5087]

The best video tutorial on youtube, everything is explained as it should be, i hope you will help a lot of ppl and please keep up the good work, thank you 10/10

[@numberpirate]

This guy right here has the ability to solve any mechanical problem. He knows the info is out there, he does his research, builds up his confidence and then has at it. Autodidact for the win.

[@50sKid]

Why thank you!

[@bloodflow18]

I saw many of your videos and gotta say that I like your approach on repairing and your knowledge. Keep up man, quality work.

[@williamgleason69]

thank you so much for your time and the great job you did filming this amazing video .It is truly informative and eased my fear or the unknown I just had to tell you I have never seen an instructional video as good as your's . I can't thank you enough

[@alespretor27]

And this is how this is done. Plus great video, everything explained, every detail crystal clear. Thanks.

[@fernandohood5542]

This requires a good deal of skill.

[@smartassboy]

Attention to detail, what moat people don't have 😆

[@oasis11991]

many thanks 50sKid, invaluable info here. much appreciated. :)

[@tahirrana6875]

Excellent work as always....highly appreciated for quality work and tips...

[@allandale1018]

Now you know why the other guy he was on about had a smaller block in the middle on his press, to support the centre shaft while you press it to put clip on not a roll of tape lol

[@augustineayala1084]

Dude you saved my ass so much with your videos your awesome keep ehm going !!!!🙏💪🏻

[@Richard-r4d]

50s kid. Thank you for your wealth of knowledge. In regards to this drum that you purchased off eBay. Can you provide me with a link on where I might find one

[@Alpine-GT]

Appreciate your great effort,and thanks for sharing the video.

[@Billy97ify]

Reverse can also fail due to the B clutch wearing out. I have that problem. The D drum is fine.

[@yoyomin]

wow you are hardcore!

[@50sKid]

+yoyomin Thx!

[@kaja9917]

very nice explained everything, can guess it was quite intresting and so as nervous job doing it the first time thinking all the time about the first test drive lol :D great job tho ! I use usually brake cleaner and compressed air before insatlling everything back.

[@morfo7125]

great video! showing also such a great person you are!!!

[@AndrewKidd14145]

Stay organized like engine building and you can do this too!

[@MartzMit]

Hi , I have passat with 5hp 19 transmission, the car was flooded, and the TCU was dead, the car worked in limp mode, he used it like that for a while forward 3d gear an reverse working fine, after I bought it from him I found the dead TCU, there was a lot of corrosion on the plug also, I cleaned it and after that the car works normally forward, changes gears smoothly but the reverse only works when the engine is idling, as soon as I touch the acceleration it seems to disengage and acts as neutral, if I release the acceleration it goes in reverse, other simtoms, when cold in reverse there is only a bump even at idle and car stops, move from N to R and moves a little and disangages, when hot reverse works at idle, it even goes uphill, other than that, if I remove the TCU reverse seems to work fine, I can accelerate even when cold. Hope you read this

[@phillipwong9944]

Way above my paygrade

[@TedSchoenling]

yeah, I'm handy but this is a Pay The Man job for me.

[@SalisburySnake]

That's why 'the man' charges $3300 for such a simple job :-)

[@SuperVoorti]

Thanks for the video! Now I know why my reverse don't work, and sometimes clutch slides driving forward

[@wolfm3388]

+SuperVoorti do you have the same car 330 i bimmer? and have 5hp19? no reverse is the d/g cluch drum brocken!! ok give me a call if you like 661 4860117

[@SuperVoorti]

Thx but no thx, Im from Finland so..

[@ZHPBrent]

Great video, any idea why my transmission would be stuck in 4th gear? Clutch works but cant get it out of 4th. Its a drift car so I drive her hard.

[@jomarpainting.elmilusos376]

Hello mi trans no work I change the fluid do you Can Tell me because need fix what need buy

[@ardeleanist]

I have an audi 5hp19 instead of the 2 tubes going to the pump it has 5 small rubber tubes and i cant find them anywhere to buy

[@eduardopalma4238]

Thank you very much, helped a LOT!!!!

[@thatsiteilike]

Top video!

[@chriscox5936]

Great vid!! I am currently watching it and have a 2002 bmw 330 ci. zf5hp19 all torn down and laid out. I replaced all the seals and getting ready to soak the plates You might have mentioned it but where did you print out the diagram I see you have on your bench? Thanks

[@GabrielGonzalez-pn6dp]

How’s it runnin

[@northernmaten7676]

hello i have a 325ci my car wont go forward it has the transmission warning light and moving very slowly into forward but into reverse its running great what do you is the problem

[@piroozhr7968]

Would you know by any chance where to find assembly documents for 6HP21 (mated with N54)? Wish there were good videos like these for 6HP as well Cheers

[@adamkorekach9936]

I have a ZF 5HP19 on my 2003 Passat 1.8T. It looks different than yours.

[@nicksmith589]

Hey I change the pump gasket then put everything back together and now I have now reverse... do you know what my this may be?

[@jamesvigil1862]

I've got the sames transmission with other problems is there a full transmission rebuild kit for the 5hp19

[@steveguest8028]

Hi there I’ve got this transmission in my BMW which was fine until I had the oil and filter replaced after which the transmission started to slip under acceleration,have you any idea why this could be .....Thank you...Great video btw 👍🏻

[@ErnestMaleka]

Hi my name Ernest i have E46 BMW 330ci automatic the reverse is low nd is leaking in gearbox.

[@fritzz2]

congratulations man

[@chucke3305]

How much to change the transmission, 2005 e46 sully motor, the car does not move when cold. I keep having to put fluid in it .Zf 5 trans.?

[@zackw.varela326]

Wow I got a 2001 325i and I thought my front transmission seal was leaking and when I took the torque converter out the same exact thing happened on mine

[@pistolisk]

bravoo very good job!!!!

[@monicavalenzuela6421]

they will fit the 330i and the 325i are compatible then

[@georgewestlund2931]

hi your video was extremely informative! thank you so much! i rebuilt mine. I have a question I've heard that once you disconnect the transmission the computer goes into a default mode which makes the transmission start off in third gear. is that true because it appears mine is doing that and the transmission sign shows up on the instrument panel in the shape of a gear. i tried plugging in my old tool but it says no connection? any thoughts? thanks George

[@mohdfarid4256]

5hp19 e46 3 pieces of class we enter 4 pieces of class what will it be?

[@santiflores9601]

On my 2001 bmw 325i I replaced that oil pump seal and it drove about 15 miles perfect then it leaked all the oil from the but when I dropped the transmission the seal just looked pushed out? Maybe I just didn’t press it on right

[@Ken-we9jc]

50's kid!!!! I definitely have to thank you for the great highly detailed videos again!!! I've replaced my tierods and moved on to replace the control arms and bushings and sway bar end links, amongst many other items thanks to your videos. I would have never attempted any repairs without watching your earlier videos that gave me the confidence to get the job done. Very much appreciated!! Thanks and please keep the videos coming!!! I have a quick question for you......I currently have 171K miles on my 2004 325I. The car runs extremely smooth and I do not have any error codes at all. Oil is changed every 6k-7k miles with full synthetic Castro oil. I do not see a single leak of oil anywhere in the car. My problem is that I end up having to add a full quart of engine oil every approximately 2-3 thousand miles. Is this normal for a 170K mile 2004 325i car? any recommendations on fixes?

[@50sKid]

+Ken mine does the same thing. I can't say for sure if the rings or worn or if it's maybe the valve stem seals. But, pretty common for an old engine. Just add oil. :-)

[@Troymatti]

So much appreciated the time You spent to show us this great project , I just got a question about My 04 330ci most of the times when the car sits for an hour or 2 after driving I get slow engagement from R to D for 1-3 seconds , it'll go a way after that and no shifting issues while driving I know I might need a new used tranny, but just don't know what's causing the problem, I even replaced the oil and filter but no improvement.

[@kentpayen8848]

Thank you for putting this video..hit a question maybe you can guide me to the right direction... X5 4.4 transmission is slipping but no codes. Drain fluid no metal, change filter..still the same...any advice

[@johndoe-by4up]

Im a try to do my bme transmission repair myself my transmission wont drive

[@johndoe-by4up]

Where u get the parts i need to do a full transmission rebuild

[@johnadams3152]

Great Video !

[@rvanders037]

What is your opinion about transpeed master transmission rebuild kits?

[@ama62293]

We have a 1999 Audi A6 and it has the same transmission. It will barely pull itself forward and it won't go anywhere in reverse at all. I was wondering if it's the transmission or if it was something else. It also just pulled a code of P0741. Hope this help and I hope to hear something back soon. Thank you.

[@50sKid]

Ah, so if you're getting that code, which is "Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off" it COULD be that the solenoid in the valve body that controls that circuit has gone bad. That is the EDS-4 solenoid. If you look in the description you will see a dropbox link with 5 documents. The one that says valve bodies in the title has information on all the solenoids. You can check at the transmission connector for the proper resistances without having to remove anything. As to the loss of power, it could be that your transmission is in safe mode, which limits you to 4th gear (which is hard to get moving forward in). Anyway, if it were me I would jack the car up, unplug the round connector, and test the pins with a multimeter to verify the correct resistances according to that document.

[@FireFox705]

Sweet video mate :)

[@akarazeljasti]

Hello, my 5hp19 FAU transmission have strange kick when I turn into drive and when I turn from reverse to drive, transmission is slipping. Do you know what is the problem?

[@marioskyrou9997]

Hello my friend !!!! excellent job !!! A question was born when i saw your video and reading 5hp19 repair manual !!! Does clutch assembly need to make some measurements in order to get the right thickness on shims or snap rings ???? Just wondering !!!!!! Thank you in advance !!!!!

[@creativemischief5403]

Speaking of clean... Whats with the wire brush in your work area?

[@junioroptical]

help Hi I have a problem with my BMW 325i 2001, the car throw around the oil while running transmission, the cooling hose was broken, the hose repair and poured oil and just run back, will not run for forward and it has the light of the transmission on. Thack

[@steveguest8028]

How much fluid does this gearbox hold and what type did you use ?.....also is it possible if draining the gearbox to change the oil to drain the fluid out of the torque converter otherwise doesn’t the old fluid left in the torque converter mix with the new gearbox oil ? ....Thank you

[@galeanolautaro]

Can someone help me with the torque values ​​for the bolts?

[@fernandohood5542]

Can you use a gm 5l40 instead of the 5hp19?

[@shephardmasona6226]

excllent ,well explained video

[@casperakoma7273]

love it

[@christopherwilliams2394]

can a 2003 bmw 330i transmission fit a 2001 bmw 330i?

[@prof484]

Hello 50'Kid I'm impressed by your incredible work and I was about to rebuild the gearbox of my Audi Allrod, I'm doing the work on the stands and I realized that I do not have enough space to pull the gear down, you at what height you brought your machine to be able to extract it?

[@roshglock]

So its ok to turn the transmission upside down to service it?

[@aulbourn]

Can you do a 6hp19 transmission rebuild? I mean I'm not sure if you have a 6hp19 transmission just laying around!!!.. but would the rebuild be similar? and is there any difference between the GA6HP19 and the ZF6HP19?...Awesome videos by the way.

[@marvinmarroquin3663]

hi I have 2004 325i engine M56 two weeks ago started just accelerating but runs slowly but next day I turned it on and everything normal but I ran it about eight miles and started doing the same I took it to the mechanic and he told me there may not be enough oil pressure to the turbine and I do not have any transmission light on could you help me please

[@mohibzafar4585]

Great video mann. I just wanted to know if the zf 5hp19 that goes on the bmws is the same as the one that goes on Porsche cayman 2007. Like im finding one that has come off a bmw will it be possible to get it working on a Porsche Cayman 2007

[@mrtee3477]

Your drive plate is warp caused it to seized up on TC.

[@888nelly]

i don't know why my bmw e46 318i 2001 having a cold start transmission issue with first gear rev up to 3500rpm but if i let it warm up it behave normal

[@wilson3707able]

Hey 50’s kid, love your videos. Quick question, I was driving my 2000 e46 auto, heard medium POP! Noise and transmission started slipping. Drove a mile to stop in a safe location, looked underneath car and transmission fluid all over the place. What do you think happened? What do you recommend to do? Replaced or rebuilt transmission? The car is only worth $2000 in good running conditions? Thx in advance.

[@merkourioskoul8459]

hello50skid I have issue with the oil pump I'm going to replace it..do I have to replace the clutches also? car has 100.000 miles

[@samerosman7040]

Skärmen skriver ett fel i rörlighet, vad är lösningen med Citaro-bussen?

[@wojteks100]

Hello, whether the converter affects the acceleration because I have such a feeling of the car is a little ripping

[@TheHeretic435]

Hello mate, a little help needed. 523i with a 5HP19 'box (Thailand market cars had weird specs). Leaking oil from the selector shaft. Do you know the part number for that seal? I've looked everywhere, and realOEM just show it, but faded out in diagram, and not listed. EDIT: I just skipped through part II - no mention. But I noticed oyu have the selector position sensor there on the side. i do not. So confused...

[@deathdealerhype7819]

Man i wish you could rebuild mine. Its just sitting in my back yard......

[@douglascmartins123]

Do you have a manual of this transmission?

[@joe6367]

did this cause you any vibration? I was thinking this may be the reason Im getting a strange vibration on my 2001 325ci around 30-35 mph but quickly goes away when i speed up or let off the gas

[@thomaspapadopoulos4045]

very very very usefull......

[@bulla8631]

transmission the most important is the BAND adjust one mistake the transmissions is locked the engines started but it not going anywhere I maybe rights or worng

[@finniquesasaki278]

hello , thanks for this DIY video , i use BMW E85 with AT transmission 011TW (it seem like 5HP19??) and i got problem with gear doesnt change while driving , i need to rebulid like this or just check solenoid valve ? or something else ? thank you

[@jeromeromanski3196]

i have a question i replaced an engine and trans in a 06 bmw 325 i i got it running everything is fine except the 6 speed transmission, the problem is it feels like its going into all the gears but when i let the clutch out its holding back like the e-brake is applied and when i put it in neutral and let the clutch out it will move like its in gear i can actually drive the car out of the garage in neutral has anyone ever experienced something like this

[@DuyPham-zb4tj]

my car to acceleration slow, RPM 2500 begin transfer gear...I checked by ISTA but not fault.

[@baclieustud]

Hi Great Video, I just bought a used 325ci with a bad tranny,,it slow to start but after 15 mph it shifts fine, if I rev it up from stand still,,it will make a clunk sound and then it starting to move, but still slow, until the car picks up speed and then seems to work ok after that....what do you recommend me doing first, thanks

[@Truthseaaker]

Hey bro. Did you ever find out what was wrong? I just bought an 02 325 w the exact same problem.

[@mariosmith5317]

Have you ever swapped engines with an x5 and 330i 3.0 and had to reprogram the TCU? I'm having issues with a tranny that worked prior to the swap project I'm working on. Any word or help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks