Change Car Clutch BMW 5-Series
Change Car Clutch
| Temps estimé | 5h00–8h00 |
|---|---|
| Coût estimé | ~500–800€ |
| Difficulté | Technical |
| Motorisations |
5-Series 1987-1997 3
5-Series 1996-2004 4
5-Series 2003-2011 6
|
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) | 5h00–8h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (manual transmission) ( - 02/1990) | 5h00 |
| Renew the multi-plate clutch assembly | 5h00–8h00 |
| Renew the clutch assembly (semi-automatic transmission) | 6h00–8h00 |
What is a BMW 5-Series clutch?
The clutch is a device that smoothly couples the gearbox to the engine without jerking. Most manual gearbox cars use a single-disc diaphragm clutch. Robotised gearboxes started with single clutch and now use dual-clutch systems.
When should you change the BMW 5-Series clutch?
The clutch is a wear part that should be changed at the first signs of weakness. Clutch life is approximately 150,000 km but varies greatly with driving style and journey type. Warning symptoms: difficulty changing gears, clutch slip under acceleration, jerking when moving off, rubbing noise.
Is it difficult to change the BMW 5-Series clutch kit?
Difficulty level 4/5: technically moderately difficult, requiring specific tools (workshop crane, disc centring mandrel). The method involves: drain gearbox oil, remove driveshafts, remove starter, disconnect gearbox cables, remove gearbox, replace mechanism/disc/bearing, refit gearbox and components, refill gearbox oil, bleed hydraulic clutch circuit if applicable.
4 générations couvertes
| Génération | Période | Motorisations | Carburant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Series 1981-1988 | 1981-1988 | 524td Diesel (M21D24), 533i Gas (M30B32E), 535i Gas (M30B34) | Diesel, Gas |
| 5-Series 1987-1997 | 1987-1997 | 525i Gas (M20B25M), 525i, -ix Gas (M50B25), 535i Gas (M30B35M) | Gas |
| 5-Series 1996-2004 | 1996-2004 | 525i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B25 (256S5)), 528i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28 (286S1)), 528i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28TU (286S2)), 530i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B30 (306S3)) | Gas, LPG |
| 5-Series 2003-2011 | 2003-2011 | 525i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B25), 525i, Xi LPG,Gas (N52B25A), 530i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B30), 545i, -LPG LPG,Gas (N62B44A), 550i, -LPG LPG,Gas (N62B48B), M5, -LPG LPG,Gas (S85B50A) | Gas, LPG |