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    BMW 3 Series Gearbox & Transmission Problems

    Are you having problems with the transmission of your BMW 3 Series? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest BMW 3 Series transmission issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the BMW 3 Series transmission.

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    Is the BMW 320i front wheel drive or all wheel drive?
    Answered by Iain Kelly · 6 December 2018

    BMW's 3-series models are all rear-wheel drive, with the exception of the X-drive all-wheel-drive model. There are no front-wheel drive BMW 320i models.

    Is the BMW 320i front wheel drive or all wheel drive?
    Answered by Iain Kelly · 6 December 2018

    BMW's 3-series models are all rear-wheel drive, with the exception of the X-drive all-wheel-drive model.

    There are no front-wheel drive BMW 320i models.

    Is the BMW 320d rear wheel drive?
    Answered by Iain Kelly · 23 November 2018

    BMW's 3-series has traditionally been a rear-wheel-drive model in Australia, however the current 320Ds come in both RWD but also all-wheel-drive as the 320D xDrive model.

    BMW 320i engine fault
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 22 October 2015

    Take it to an independent mechanic who specializes in BMWs or European brands and have them assess the problem for you. The quote from the BMW dealer would suggest that they want to replace the gearbox, but an independent mechanic might be able to repair it at a much-reduced cost, and even if the gearbox does have to be replaced it will be cheaper.

    BMW 318i E36 oil and filter change
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 22 April 2010

    The BMW service intervals are set by engine time and indicated on the dash when you first turn the ignition on. If you choose not to follow that changing the engine oil and filter every 10,000 km would be fine; the transmission oil is normally drained at every Level 2 inspection and service, and that generally equates to around 80,000 km.

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