2002 BMW 325 Gearbox Problems

2002 BMW 325
153,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DUPLESSISJ
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Hi,

I drive a 2002 BMW 325i, with 245 000km / 153 000 miles on the the clock. I am experiencing problems with my manual gearbox (I suspect). When driving in 1st, 3rd and 5th gear and pushing the gearlever slightly to the left I hear a knocking sound. When I drive faster in the selected gear the frequency of the knocking sound increases.

Secondly when I stop and place the car into 1st gear just before the car comes to a complete standstill I hear the same knocking sound.

Please advice.

Jean du Plessis
Dec 21, 2009 at 11:10 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Noises are notoriously difficult to diagnose from cyberspace. An undercar specialist should be consulted.
Dec 23, 2009 at 11:25 AM
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