E46 Manual Transmission Conversion Wiring, Pedals, Installation

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7 жыл бұрын

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In this video I install a single mass flywheel and clutch conversion kit, convert from automatic to manual pedal box, wire in the reverse light switch and clutch switch. I also reassemble the car to complete the conversion. I will upload another video to show how to code the car for the conversion.
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@ShopLifeTV 7 жыл бұрын

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@Andy242455 7 жыл бұрын

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@mjnajr 5 жыл бұрын

Hey love your vids man really helpful. I have an e28 88 528e that I'm planing on manual swapping. I saw that you are working on one for a client. I know it is already a 5spd but if you can go over how to do it ie how to run lines and wiring that would be extremely helpful. I really hope you are this and you could. Thanks

@MrWtovar 5 жыл бұрын

Bro i had a question. I have an 05 6series with auto tranni i want to upgrade the tranni to a smg one i know a few of these models came that way. My question is. Is it possible for me to do this swap? Do i need extra parts?

@shezilyt2.o905 3 жыл бұрын

@penguinactually 7 жыл бұрын

The level of explanation on what needs done in all your videos I've watched so far is incredible. Usually people just hack and smash bits off or ignore anything that has to be removed beforehand which starts to add up with something like this. The camera work is great too, nice and focused, good zoom for how big or small the parts are and just generally in the right place all the time.

@becomematrix 5 жыл бұрын

PenguinActually true that

@bradshephard2177 3 жыл бұрын

I have owned my 330Ci for 3 months, and looking at a second E46. Your videos cannot be beaten for instruction and diagnosis on these cars.

@samsquanch240 7 жыл бұрын

Your videos are fantastic. I've been waiting for this one! Thank you!

@gythaendahlquickwind208 3 жыл бұрын

as a tool maker machinist, a backyard BMW mechanic and master welder it is easy to figure out the engineering done on a 325ci simply by watching your videos. with a blueprint I can build any part you need.

@ShopLifeTV 3 жыл бұрын

where are you located?

@serafimagapiadis7666 4 жыл бұрын

the wiring part deserves it's own video

@briskalliance3219 4 жыл бұрын

You are literally saving my life with these videos amazing content man thank you for being so descriptive really sets you apart from the rest of the DIY you tubers

@cellov8114 3 жыл бұрын

It was a very intuitive video and took away a lot of doubts but the Grand Finale was missing calling and testing the car, more service done with excellence Congratulations

@MM-qk5te 5 жыл бұрын

Seriously I admire your hard work. You are a hero. Will be using your videos once I’m ready to manual swap my car.

@FlatBlack_240LSX 6 жыл бұрын

This is amazing, thank you. About to start the M54B30/6speed swap on my wife's E46 Touring.

@dboucher26 5 жыл бұрын

Got my swap done about a month ago. So far no issues at all and no more SMG pump anxiety. Next project, swap my clutch fan for an electric fan.

@superiortunetuner8211 5 жыл бұрын

My dad's a technician and he said don't swap for electric because the electric wires short easily and then your engine will over heat with clutch fan it will always stay cool natural way

@mrpoopybutthole6314 5 жыл бұрын

Superiortune Tuner yeah but the clutch fan saps a huge amount of power from the engine

@Dirtydan_tv 5 жыл бұрын

Very straight to the point and covers everything! Awesome video man! 😁

@scalemodeloasis 7 жыл бұрын

Shoplife you guys rock. Awesome explanations, tips ,attitude, aptitude everything is simply explained. I like the fact that YOU dont clutter your videos with ego. If you dont know about something you admit it and find a solution. Loving your video's. Please dont stop.

@ShopLifeTV 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words!

@pascadaniel 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your efort explaining everything , i'v allready started with my swap 💪💪

@StanleyKubick1 7 жыл бұрын

Man, thanks for making therse swap vids so detailed. Gives me confidence to do a manual swap myself.

@DF-pr4sb 3 жыл бұрын

Did it?

@NEWAGenTChannel 6 жыл бұрын

This was the most useful part of the Series, think you.

@ammoorstingy1952 7 жыл бұрын

There is only 2 channels for mechanics on KZfaq and you are the best of all. I wish you success

@mcgyverb1664 6 жыл бұрын

Ammoor Stingy I agree he’s a bmw god.

@msck64x Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I manual swapped my 330ci. It just took a single weekend

@abdoulahsavage7371 6 жыл бұрын

Gosh this guy is a beast. Really helped me an doing the same thing.

@FlowAlexis95 7 жыл бұрын

I really wish I could do this swap to my Audi. You are awesome man. I don't even own a bmw but I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work

@fantasticone66 7 жыл бұрын

amazing work man .... you are the real deal

@mohannadosama8041 7 жыл бұрын

Yes man I have been waiting for this for while , I'm doing a swap on an e36 so I need some reference

@ShopLifeTV 7 жыл бұрын

awesome!

@wrenchgarage1013 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Man I just did this swap and your vids are very helpful!

@NEWAGenTChannel 7 жыл бұрын

You're a schalor and a gentleman. thank you.

@nauriskalasnikovs1263 Жыл бұрын

Still one of the useful Videos,my e39 had no reverse lights,and this helped me alot to resolve the problem even if its for e46,

@Andy242455 7 жыл бұрын

Very very good ... I look forward to the next part!

@bobit8742 7 жыл бұрын

Damn you are a genius, great videos. I just found your channel and i am hooked

@ShopLifeTV 7 жыл бұрын

haha thank you and welcome!

@louiabraham5994 6 жыл бұрын

Hey brother, enjoyed the video. I heard you mention about the cruise control when pushing the clutch, I did my own conversion on my M3 from SMG to 6 speed manual, I resolved this exact issue by fitting a switch to by clutch pedal (grounded one end), this generated a ground signal to the cruise control interrupt pin in the cruise control module once the clutch is engaged. I hope this helps (just look up the cruise control schematic for the module) from memory you need to cut/disconnect pin 5 (light blue) and splice into pin 2 (brown/orange stripe) and put the other end of the switch onto it.

@keeferbmw 5 жыл бұрын

great quality video with little fluff. good job.

@mrpoopybutthole6314 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate. Finally know how I’m going to wire up the reverse light for my 8HP45 swapped e46. Trans Controller outputs a 12V signal so I’ll use that to trip a relay that just bridges a ground connection then connect to the reverse relay.

@Sethorion99 4 жыл бұрын

This video series is a fantastic idea and it taught me a lot. My one request is for you to capture more of the process and show us how to fix the computer issues.

@rsrackstraw1140 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant help there mate, Thanks from NZ

@dokterkarel 2 жыл бұрын

the idea of using that table instead of a transmission jack is brilliant and I wish I have thought of this 2 years ago

@georgipartsalev6193 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and helpful, thank you.

@malijehnressalexandriachan6245 7 жыл бұрын

After I did my e46 auto to 5speed conversion I was stuck on the wire below the clutch. Took me week after can't figure out. Now thatI watch this video I can see it clearly how's the wire hook up. Thanks Jason am hook on your channel.

@joserchavez8268 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome info. Love your channel. When you get a chance. See how we can upgrade old radio unit to aftermarket unit that works with iphone 7 better GPS and on. BMW 545i 2005. You two are rocking it.

@DivaniKingston 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this!

@sergiosanchez6354 4 жыл бұрын

Very complicated job but you have the experience to do it I liked your videos

@bimmer530i 6 жыл бұрын

Great video man. I hope to do a swap on my e39

@normandy1140 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice, video! Kind of makes me wonder if I should get an E46 SMG as my next daily driver, then later convert it to a manual when the SMG ever quits on me.

@lefora87 4 жыл бұрын

man you were born to do this car thing..✌

@scalesstudio4670 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the knowledge

@nveloria76 6 жыл бұрын

This video is detailed and on the dot for a swap. I was going to get a 325ci coupe, seller seemed sketchy so I bailed.

@anthonyreijm501 3 жыл бұрын

you seem to be a good mechanic . and well explained videos. I take it you just love BMW's

@KamilTokarski 7 жыл бұрын

you are the ultimate boss

@T34MKILL4 7 жыл бұрын

Great how to man just done this swap on my 330i is getting coded at BMW now I hope those lights piss me off.

@reginaldmorton2162 5 жыл бұрын

Very detailed Thanks

@jamesbice7094 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Could you let us know the size of the socket you used to tap in the pilot bearing? Cheers!

@jonzxcv 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Can you please do an in-depth video on changing your brakes/brake fluid/brake lines?

@florinel181 6 жыл бұрын

Well done !

@ismaelalvarez7817 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video brooo

@coreysteady 6 жыл бұрын

your videos are very good, i love how much you try to get every detail in.

@sherif123ify 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video! Have you done the programming video to get rid of the Service Engine light?

@boudithehunter1320 5 жыл бұрын

You should do some turbo engine for drifting we use the stock engine and work on it 325 e46 36 I love the way you explain every thing so nice and smooth you are the beast of bmw please teach us how to get horse power turbo and we zig ate bigger block injectors etc.... your explaination on this project will help around 330 ppl following you thank you

@ShopLifeTV 5 жыл бұрын

planning on it ;)

7 жыл бұрын

Can you convert the smg 3 in the E63 M6 to a 6speed manual transmission? Thank you. PS. have you heard of the conversion from the smg3 to a dtc from the E92? Good day,

@carlosvelez7919 6 жыл бұрын

Hi man I have a e46 have a code 60 vehicle was running good this morning I parked for 10 minutes then went to start I got no crank no start battery voltage good

@Gustavo-mt4jm 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Jason! I have an SMG E46 330i. Is is easier to do it, since it already has a manual gearbox in it? Or is it totally different and I would have to remove the whole transmission?

@305RACING19 4 жыл бұрын

cna you tell witch drive shaft i nee to use when using a 5 speed m3 e36 on a e46 that was smg

@kenikriezispirasspatas8982 6 жыл бұрын

And one more thing. I did my x5s Air suspension 2005 4.8is. Any idea how to turn of the selfleveling warning of..

@TimeLapseCarGuyBruno 5 жыл бұрын

does the starter need to be unbolted in order to get the trans out?

@eduki 7 жыл бұрын

Does this work differs a lot for doing it on a M3 E46 SMG to manual?

@devongreen865 6 жыл бұрын

Currently having an issue with the wiring ive tried everything from wiring as shown in the video and also wiring pin 8 to the purple and yellow wire on the clutch switch to bypass the clutch switch any suggestions? Getting a no crank no start

@sampson8119 6 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, can you use the same prop shaft if you change from a five speed to a six speed on the e46 320d. thanks.

@aviatornorbu5263 5 жыл бұрын

I wish there is manual swap video like this for e90 335i sedan

@buckybarnes3803 7 жыл бұрын

hey what's your opinion of the e90s (3 Series) no turbo boost. I ended up upgrading my E46 because of high mileage, and I was curious what your mechanical opinion was, or if you have any experience with them? Thanks in advance

@josekanucee1428 4 жыл бұрын

I had my e46 330i with SSG transmission converted to a manual.

@ryguyfergie 6 жыл бұрын

Do i need to bypass something on the auto trans harness when doing the swap? Mine is a 2003 325xiT

@Lu-e 5 жыл бұрын

I have a question for you. So I have a 01 bmw e46 330 ci coupe. I have a 5 speed manual transmission in it, but I want to swap in a 6 speed manual. My question is can I swap in a e46 M3 6 speed tranny and make it work while still keeping the stock engine? Will I need some kind of kit to make it connect and work? Looking forward to making things work but still am a bit concern. Thanks for you help and very detailed videos👌😎

@alexledezma4216 7 жыл бұрын

Which is the most recommended synchronous box for the e46

@mariov8180 7 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to just take all the necessary parts from a manual e36 and just re use them such as the flex plate, pedals, front part of drive shaft etc...

@skarlos23 6 жыл бұрын

Hello I'm doing a swap on my e46 but I got the 3 wires sensor can I use this sensor to star the car....???

@kkkk446 5 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU !

@NEWAGenTChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Master cylinder? do you have to upgrade to a new one mine doesn't have the slot for the 4 pin clutch switch.

@waki9278 6 жыл бұрын

Hi, How it's gonna be with smg convert to manual thats the same changes in clutch pedal?

@tomasbannon4389 6 жыл бұрын

did the automatic drive shaft fit with the manual or do you need to get a DS from a manual car?

@GoZipper 7 жыл бұрын

Will you be doing a 7 series to 3 series body swap in the future? I am stuck and can't figure it out.

@vintagecarsclub 6 жыл бұрын

This instructions work on my e39 530i ( m54 ) ? Thanks

@hectorortiz9126 7 жыл бұрын

can you use a xi e46 to do the swap with? will trans and drive shaft fit the rwd e46

@artemiogonzalez3517 5 жыл бұрын

Tengo un automático 2008 bmw 535xi awd, crees que se pueda hacer un swap de transmisión a manual

@diagnosticosdecochestecnic67 Ай бұрын

Puedes hacer otro vídeo con continuación para ver cómo hacer hasta final Justo ahora estoy en esto Tu vídeo muy bueno Me has ayudado muchísimo mil gracias Un abrazo

@jeremyscool122990 6 жыл бұрын

Hey quick question: I have a flywheel out of a 2002 - 328i would you happen to know if it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i? I'm taking the entire trans set up out of this 2002 328i, just want to make sure it'll fit in my 2005 - 330i. The flywheels online have conflicting info. Any help is appreciated

@tomasbannon4389 6 жыл бұрын

have my manual transmission in the car. car will not crank. your telling me all I need to do is wire in a clutch switch and im good? or could it be the fact that since the tcu isn't reading that the trans is in park because the range selector is gone along with the auto trans. would completing the circuit for the park wire solve this? some input would be sweet. thanks!

@porschemaniak 2 жыл бұрын

Hello @ShopLifeTV, Your videos are very helpful but I need some help on this one. At 12:36 there are in total 3 holes ! I got confused that you are poking from the hole which is partially visible at the bottom. Can you please tell if these holes also lead to the ground (needed just for camera wiring purposes) ? The wire is going very deep but I can't see it on the otherside to pull it out. Beneath the car at that particular place seems that there's something like a plastic cover with small hole but it doesn't go to the cabin by pushing the wire either.

@TheAyedmelhem 5 жыл бұрын

please can you advice for E60 .is it the same process?

@danclark8143 4 жыл бұрын

What about the reverse mirror tilt? What’s required to enable that again?

@brianhong9203 6 жыл бұрын

would the swap be similar process for e92 ? great vid btw

@santiflores9601 5 жыл бұрын

I’m in the process of doing this I have 2 bmw same but 1 auto 2nd is Manual but crashed so I’m swapping everything over can I swap the computer too? So I don’t get any codes on the dash?

@elienasr4387 5 жыл бұрын

Jason is it possible to swap a 2007 550i to a manual is it similar to the e46 process ? Thanks

@daniellaureano5942 5 жыл бұрын

What did u do for the top bolts on the bell housing?

@NatusHGT 5 жыл бұрын

Can you help me? I have a e46 in Brasil, I swap my automatic ZF for a M3 gearbox and your video help me a lot. Now my car have a problem.... in 30 seconds before start up the engine, have a miss fire in 2 cylinders. Do you know about this?

@ampboy1313 4 жыл бұрын

So if i am swapping the whole engine and transmission from a manual car into an auto chassis, am i able to just use the dme, ews, and ignition from the manual car and not have to run any extra wires to the dme ? Or anything?

@thatzfever7294 6 жыл бұрын

What would you charge in labor to do a manual swap on a 540i?

@mariotroncoso8160 7 жыл бұрын

@ShopLiveTv hey man I was wondering if you could help me out. So I'm doing an auto to manual swap on an e46, bought a 5 speed e36 m3 trans just need some help what parts do I need for the shifter linkage and driveshaft.