Bmw e46 manual swap coding

For those wanting to see more of bmws 4th generation 3 series, the beautiful and timeless e46. E46 vehicles removal of the e46 solar sensor requires removal of the instrument panel. I found on m3forumnet that the manual gearbox is a gs653bz and so is the e46 330d gearbox. E9x m3 dct final drive differential swap remote coding. I recoded all modules requiring a recode using ncs expert no need for a new dme. First drive why not to swap your cars transmission. The problem is that it was from a sedan, and i got a coupe. For the uninitiated, this is a string of alphanumeric codes reflect exactly with. Ncs expert coding detailed howto guide e46 this is, hopefully, the most complete howto guide for using ncs expert to code a bmw. The clutch switch and brake switch must be installed and wired appropriately to retain the function of a true manual transmission e46 m3.

The very good news is that, provided you completed the wiring per the instructions above, your car. Page 38 this step is necessary to complete the coding process. You are taking all the necessary safety precautions. Comprehensive smg to manual conversion 03202020, 01. Jun 25, 2015 you do this with factory tools if you want a perfect conversion i. I have bought the software to alleviate this issue and clear the code. Ncs expert coding detailed howto guide e46 dazes e46 330d. E46 m3 s85 dct swapthe beginning bmw m5 forum and m6 forums. The e46 diagnostic program for the ihka system contains a test module b6450 00011 for testing the operation of the solar sensor.

The engine dme might need a different zusb program flashed onto it also coding is actually the easy bit if you. Mar 16, 2021 genuine manual transmission conversion kit for bmw e60 e63 e64 m5 m6 20062010. Comprehensive smg to manual conversion bmw m3 forum. The swap was completed with all oem components, factory software coding, a new uuc clutch, uuc lightweight flywheel, factory manual transmission bell housing, shifter assembly, rear main seal, and more. In this video i go over what parts are needed if you are planning on doing a automatic to manual transmission conversion.

Diy coding bmw e46 zcs module via ncs expert uobdii. Genuine smg to manual transmission conversion kit for bmw e60. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european auto. Bmw oem 23007508410 used automati to 6 speed manual swap kit getrag s6 420g 21201223581 34311165543 35311161586 fits. You might be better off in the coding subforum, which can. You can also look at various posts on e46fanatics for the details on this swap. Bmw e39 manual conversion wiring coding instructions included bmw e46 manual swap project. He got a auto manual tranny swap and the shop which did the swap did not code his car properly post swap. Trans swap coding general e46 forum two years ago my brotherinlaw and i swapped the trans in our e46 330i from an auto to a 5 speed that we took out of a junked 330i. Turner motorsport subframe reinforcement plates beisan vanos rebuild oe bmw throttle actuator. If you own a smg or ssg and start to experience problems, expect the problems to continue and the fixes to be expensive. Jun 21, 2010 reprogram bmw after doing automatic to manual conversion. Fully charged battery etc you have dis working we used easydis 1. Coding is where i need help, i have afriend who works for bmw so has access to.

Hello, i have an bmw e46 323ci with an defect gm5 module. You have programmed a bmw ecudme before using dis or similar. To fix this, you need to change the gm code stored in the ews. I was able to get a new module with the same number as the one i had. Jun 22, 2010 the equivalent programmed control unit to suit your car but for a manual spec mine was 1429954 i found several available on parts websites online. It appears that after this swap is done, i will get a p0600 code because the dme does not see the auto trans anymore. Yet another auto to manual swap bimmerfest bmw forum. For e36, e46 vehicles with automatic or smg transmissions. Coding is where i need help, i have afriend who works for bmw so has access to all the tools, gt1, inpa, ista etc.

Services offered by ecuworx e46 m3 mss54 mss54hp smg to manual coding ecu recovery repair and cloning chassis swap coding s54 in e30 e36 other csl clone ecu conversion mapping airbox fitting custom ecu mapping evolve automotive remaps 155mph limiter removal smg style shift lights on 6 speed manual cars sport memory dyno limit removal. New how to guides for the bmw e6x m5 m6 binary modification tool. In order for cruise control, pdc, and the reverse light to function the car must be wired and recoded as a manual car. Understanding bmw s zcs system bimmer coding na anyone who has ever performed a retrofit on a bmw will be familiar with the concept of the vehicle order vo or fahrzeugbestellung fa. E46 m3 s85 dct swap the beginning bmw m5 forum and m6 forums. Bmw currently use the vo vehicle order system, but in older cars the old zcs system is used, as in the e39 and e46 produced until 082001. Retrofit bmw accessory menu acm for bmw 1 series e81, e82, e87 bmw 3 series e90, e91, e92, e93 bmw 5 series e60, e61 bmw 6 series e63, e64 bmw x5 e70 bmw x6 e71 42 pages automobile accessories bmw 1 series installation instructions manual. Cruise and reverse parking sensors after smg to manual. A forum community dedicated to bmw e46, e90, and f30 owners and enthusiasts. We did this on a 1996 obd1 euro 328i coupe, siemens ms41.

Ok, you are ready to begin your e46 manual conversion. Morning, im having a crack at converting my car from smg to manual. E46 prefacelift sedan zcs info required bimmerfest bmw forum. Cruise and reverse parking sensors after smg to manual conversion. You must get the coding service to program the cluster to your car after virginization, unless you have some else to code it. Introduction when vorshlag was developing the e46 ls1 swap kit, we tested with many different factory lsx oil pans including ls1 camaro, ls1 corvette, ls2, ls truck, and other oem. In slot 7, insert a new pin with a wire and click into place. Fully charged battery etcayou have dis working we used easydis 1. As well regarded bmw mpower specialists who have vast knowledge and experience with the e46 m3 platform, we are able to offer an oem class of smgto manual conversion which is almost undetectable for most people. Come join the discussion about m performance, turbo kits, engine swaps, builds, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more.

So first i will mount a manual gearbox on the engine with the 330d gearbox mounts on the s65 manual gearbox so i can aline the rear. I have done all the research and have acquired all the parts for the auto to manual swap and i have one remaining question. Now my car is manual, and so i dont think its a direct swap in. Smg to manual information bmw forum, bmw news and bmw. Smg to manual information bmw forum, bmw news and bmw blog. So either get rid of the car immediately or make the decision to convert. Feb 27, 2016 in order for cruise control, pdc, and the reverse light to function the car must be wired and recoded as a manual car. Trying to help a buddy fix some coding issues on his prefacelift 2001 330i sedan. So today i took the engine out and this week im starting to fit the v10 in the chassis. I got my hands on a spare ecu from an auto e46 ms43, and i decided to use it as. In this segment, i detail the wiring and coding aspects of the job i. Ecuworx are now able to offer high quality, super stable flashing cables for the e6x m5, e6x m6 and e9x m3.

View and download bmw e46 installation instructions manual online. Sometimes you have to look for the correct zusb number and. You might be better off in the coding subforum, which can be found here. There are parts of the tune in the smg equiped dme software that is very different to the standard 6 speed manual many dont realise this and do the simple change with tools like the above. Bmw m3 smg manual conversion certified bmw european. E46 m3 smg conversion to 6 speed manual part 4 youtube. Once ecuworx have remotely recoded your vehicle it will behave exactly like a factory manual providing the appropriate wiring and parts have been installed. The coding for a manual swap is relatively straight forward and reasonably welldocumented.

Bmw e60 m5 smg to manual swap wiring, coding youtube. Bmw e46 installation instructions manual pdf download. Coding after auto to manual swap bmw e46 fanatics forum. Jun 10, 20 e46 coding options list june 10, 20 october 5, 2017 admin i have found a great pdf document which explains the ncs expert coding list, and options for the e46 bmw. You pull the instrument cluster out and unplug the white connectorx11176. If youve recently completed the increasingly popular smg to manual conversion on your e6x m5 or m6 and would like your vehicle recoding to suit then ecuworx can remotely recode your vehicle. It is a bundle of wires that sits above the fuse box.

The smg computer is removed and all smg components are unplugged. E46 m3 s85 dct swapthe beginning bmw m5 forum and m6. Coding will be the final part of this project, and is. Coding will be the final part of this project, and is the only part that i will not be able to answer specific questions on. I chose my garage as i could just pull my car in diagonally and leave it there safely over the course of the swap. When i run pa soft now, his car reports itself as a euro convertible see the bs51 type key.

Bmw m3 smg to manual eurompirebmw repair in charlotte. Just finished a 6spd swap in my 330xit and im struggling to find answers to eliminate the rev hang. Having done this job many times, the process is seamless and turn around time is minimal. Make sure you use a e46 m3 clutch switch, ive tried other e46 clutch. He is happy to do the coding providing i tell him exactly when needs to be done. With our coding services, we require you send in your cluster so we can properly program it in our lab. Pin 18 is programming voltage for obdi cars not fitted in my e46. M5board is the best forum community for information on the bmw m5 e60 v10, e39 v8, e34 straight 6, e28, f90 and f10. Ok so done my auto to manual swap and im in the coding part, i have driven the car for a while.

While a coding shop will require you to take your car in for their technician to work on, bimmertechs innovative bmw idrive coding process means you can code your car quickly at home at a time you choose. The original dme in an e39 or e46, whether it is a 6 cyl or an 8 cyl will handle the manual swap just fine. Bmw e46 m3 smg to 6spd manual conversion bmw s e46 m3 is arguably the best m car to date. Ncs expert coding detailed howto guide e46 dazes e46. 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. This page will be updated in detail as well as a video explaining the process. Bmw e46 manual swap project introduction what parts you. Coding is where i need help, i have afriend who works for bmw so has. Make sure you watch part 1, how to install inpa, before you watch this video.