Take the time to read and understand the wiring diagram, doing things slowly while documenting. Bmw e46 3 series coupe m3 smg ii technical specs, dimensions. Troubleshooting and electrical service procedures are combined with detailed wiring diagrams for ease of use. Thats when i found spec thanks to recommendations from some guys. Ive got an smg e36 and when it needed a pump i looked into getting shropshire bmw parts to help convert it to a manual. Be able to start your car without any wiring bridge in the auto tranny wiring harness. View and download bmw m3 2002 owners manual online. Apr 27, 2018 i convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. In this video i install a single mass flywheel and clutch conversion kit, convert from automatic to manual pedal box. Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual. The e46 m3 came in two different transmission variations. Hydraulic unit pump motor bmw e46 m3 smg ii smg society.
E46 m3 smg to manual conversion part 2 tfworks blog. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3. I have worked on bmws all my adult life e21, e30, e36. The latest addition to the tf fleet is a 2004 bmw m3, stock car with a csl type bumper, sub100k miles and the smg transmission.
Bmwfanatics forum bmw models 3 fanatics e21 e30 e36 e46 e90 e91 e92 e93 f30. Bmw m3 parts genuine and oem bmw m3 parts catalog fast. Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how. Eurompire will convert m3 smg transmission to six speed manual today. I have worked on bmw s all my adult life e21, e30, e36. One point of contention was that it was only ever available with the. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg unit. Electrohydraulic manual transmission, also known as a clutchless manual, or automated manual, is a type of semiautomatic transmission system, closely related to a manual transmission, which uses an electronicallycontrolled clutch mechanism, with hydraulic, electromechanical, or pneumatic activation, unlike conventional manual transmissions where the driver operates the clutch manually. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to.
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Vs motorsports converts a e46 m3 smg transmission to manual as a solution rather than buying a new hydraulic pump published on 10062011 07. Put an m3 s50 engine into an e36 chassis simply swap in. Discussion in e46 m3 20012006 started by mitesh33, apr 10, 2016. Stereo install wiring diagram bmw m5 forum and m6 forums. As a matter of fact, when some customers do have issues with the smg, they will opt for a manual conversion. It was never available in the us but, for the rest of the world, the e46 bmw m3 csl is said by to be the best mcar ever made. Bmw e46 m3 smg transmission module wiring harness 20042006. Put an m3 s50 engine into an e36 chassis simply swap in an aftermarket chip and you are ready to go. Motor era has the best selection of service repair manuals for your 2002 bmw m3 download your manual now. I did read that some people are having problems with the cruise control after the swap.
Lets start off by saying that i live in a small country, so there are approximately 4560. I understand there are two options for the m3 in the form of a manual gearbox and a smg paddleshift gearbox. I recommend finding a manual over the smg because the smg has quite a few problems while the 6spd manual is quite reliable. Over the past few weeks, a lot has happened since the e46 entered the shop doors. They do it using the m3 5 speed non evo gbox, and supply all the bits from. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for bmw m3 when you.
Check out my main channel shoplifetv for the tutorial on how to do it. So to define it in wiring termsparrallel connection on pin 19 of dme and one leg of clutch switch and. Bmw m3 convertible 2002 owners manual pdf download. Jan 24, 2011 the e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last 10 years. E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 4 youtube. Omp oa1010 racing pedal set to 2nm39vc red line d4 automatic transmission fluid. Simply comparing wiring diagrams between smg and 6 speed models lets us.
To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. Read the information contained in this owners manual before driving your new. With the relocation kit you can relocate the smg hydraulic unit away from the engine to the passenger sides drug bin. If you are converting using your box, the gearbox parts are items 1,2,3,4,5,6,16. Autobahn part engine bmw s54 e46 m3 32l 6 bmw e46 factory wiring diagram new e46 m3 o2 sensor wiring diagram wiring diagrams e36 trunk wiring diagram further e92 bmw wire diagram together with 2002 bmw 4 4i engine diagram in addition opel corsa fuse box guide. Feb 02, 2007 i am looking to replace my 2002 lotus elise sports tourer with a 2002 onwards bmw m3. Its possible to buy a full manual wiring harness but we wanted to have the ability to. Unlike bmws e60 m5 and e92 m3, the e46s smg and manual options use the same gearbox, allowing for cheap conversion from one to the other a process made simple less daunting by following. I convert a 2006 competition package bmw m3 smg to manual transmission. Bmw m3 the bmw m3 is the highperformance version of the bmw 3 series of compact executive cars. E46 m3 smg to manual conversion lang racing development.
E46 m3 csl alcantaratristitch smg steering wheel, full black leather sport seats, engine. Get a tuner to convert your dme from smg to manual, i used epic motorsports. Jun 20, 2014 in 1996, bmw m introduced a manual transmission that was capable of shifting gears automatically without the use of a conventional clutch pedal or mechanical shifter lever. Ive just completed my smg to manual conversion on my e46 m3 coupe.
The smg ii drivelogic is bmws second generation of their sequential manual gearbox offered in the e46 m3 and possibly some other models that dont come to mind at the moment. Manual e46 m3 s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3 s. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will enable you to make full use of the advanced technical equipment of your bmw m3. Bmw m3 smg to six speed manual conversion eurompire. The e46 m3 had a couple major issues, one of the lesser ones is the smg gearbox. The 6speed manual gearbox manufactured by getrag, operated in automated a mode and performed similar to an automatic transmission or in sequential s mode, which allows the operator to shift manually through the gears.
Manual e46 m3s tend to be more desirable and cost quite a bit more than manual m3s so often times owners can buy an e46 m3 smg and have it converted to manual for about the same price as buying a true manual. Lets start off by saying that i live in a small country, so there are approximately 4560 e46 m3s for sale at any given time. This 2002 bmw m3 is finished in imola red over black nappa leather and was purchased new by its current owner from claridges bmw in fremont, california. How to own a bmw e46 m3 with a proper manual for next to nothing. This swap also requires the installation of a clutch pedal, master cylinder, and slave cylinder into the car. Ok, you are ready to begin your e46 manual conversion. The smg ii combines the sixspeed manual gearbox s6s420g of the e46 m3 with computercontrolled electrohydraulic clutch and gear change operation. Manual by dan barnes bmws sequential manual gearbox is a major technical achievement. Its the same manual gearbox that, instead of having the clutch foot operated, has the clutch electrohydaulically. Who can recode it for me so that i have no smg display and warnings etc and i have cruise control. In addition, you will receive information on vehicle maintenance to ensure.
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The driver is provided with the accuracy of manual gear selection, the convenience of automated shifting and the speed and adaptability of driveradjusted computer control. E46 manual transmission conversion wiring, pedals, installation. I wasnt able to confirm whether the m3 smg is faster in a straight line than the m3 with a standard sixspeed manual transmission, but with the quicker shifts, i suspect its probably about a half second faster than the 5. The wiring is different and there has to be a combo of wiring and coding to get it to work properly. The e46 m3 is actually one of the most reliable cars bmw has built in the last 10 years. Bmw m3 service and repair manuals free workshop manuals. It was the only significant change to the m product lineup for 2002, but it is newsworthy. Hydraulic unit pump motor bmw e46 m3 smg ii quantity.
An faq for the commonly misunderstood bmw smg ii transmission. Take out your smg transmission, sell it, pick up a factory 6 speed manual, then stuff it back in the car. How to convert a bmw m3 csl from smg to manual bmw blog. I put a 325i engine into a 325e chassis many years ago ran a euro fuel injection system. Bmw e46 auto to manual transmission swap bmw forum. Wiring harness for relocation kit bmw e46 m3 smg ii time to solve your smg problems once and for all. The first m3 was built to homologate the bmw 3 series for group a touring car racing in europe based on the e30 2 door coupe, and included aerodynamic body panels as well as upgraded suspension and engine components. Read the information contained in this owners manual before driving your new bmw m3 for the first time. The hydraulic pump often fails resulting in a costly repair. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. If this happens to a car you own it often make sense to convert the car to a manual rather than fix the smg. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmws e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. May 20, 2015 for all you e46 m3 drivers who still have smg transmissions and are contemplating converting or swapping to a normal 6mt, i just completed the conversion on my 05 comp package m3. A high revving straight six with beautifully tuned individual throttle bodies, boasts an impressive 333hp, with nimble handling, an aggressive stance and body design that still competes with todays exotic cars.