Transmission

1996 BMW 318I
124,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BEAMER 1212
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second gear grinds in my bmw 318 i wats the best thing to do for now?? just got a new clutch
Jan 3, 2011 at 4:52 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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BMW transmissions can sometimes be crunchy into 2nd gear. Try draining the tranny oil out and refilling it with Redline synthetic gear oil, this alone might eliminate or reduce the crunchiness.
Jan 10, 2011 at 11:54 PM
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