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Re: Any missed-shift problem w/ 540i6 like M3? (archive)
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Posted by MartinC on July 23, 2000 at 11:31:00:

In Reply to: Any missed-shift problem w/ 540i6 like M3? posted by Norm on July 23, 2000 at 09:19:07:

No problem at all!!

The 540 has a great gearbox. I own a `97 540i6 since 1997, and it works fine. Smoothe and precise shift action. Do not worry. Go for it!!

Martin


Just curious. I will be getting a 540i6 soon. Having never driven a 6-spd much, except for the test drive, I was wondering if anyone has experienced or heard of missed-shift problems like the infamous E36M3, where valves hit pistons. I think in many of the M3 cases, it's a missed shift from 5th, hitting 2nd instead of 4th. With the 540i6, I can possibly see coming out of 6th and pssoibly hitting 3rd instead of 5th. Of course you automatic guys will say the solution is obvious - but I want a manual. Just want to be ready with the best information when I start driving it.

Rgds,
Norm




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