3 Series BMW Transfer Case Actuator Motor Replacement 4X4! e90 x3 335xi 535xi 135xi xi

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[JAMAEL]

Dude. Did it. Could not get long bolt out. Exhaust in way. After some time of contemplation. Realized that I had enough room to squeeze out transfer case. Popped in the replacement and all good. I’m a very happy 328xi driver now. A million thank you. Long live Ed!!!!

[simplelangperorock]

very intimidating part to fix in BMWs AWDs/xDrives. you made the job easier and less intimidating. great job.

[mattdaue]

Very thorough instructions, easy to follow. As also mentioned in the video, only had some trouble aligning the transfer case bracket. It should easily slide back into place if it is moved back and forth. The video was extremely helpful in navigating some of the more difficult parts. Thanks!

[antonioelpro]

Legend has it, he still needs gas till this day

[chazmataz]

For anyone struggling to get that long 18mm bolt back in - I found it easiest to remove the clamp/bracket holding the exhaust right next to transfer case mount (you can’t miss it - two E11 bolts). Then jack up the exhaust with a floor jack or pole jack a little to get it out of your way. Allow the transfer case to sag a bit so it’s below the exhaust, and do not install any of the 13mm bolts. Slide 18mm in (I put my gun on it and spun it in, it went right in just be careful not to cross thread).

[THEOGGUNSHOW]

Good job on the car and video. Thanks for uploading. I'm about to tackle mine now. My 2008 BMW 328XI has me spoiled on using the cruise control and I love my XDrive system. Also, I wish I'd known 3 years ago, when I bought her from my Brother that the barely discernable grinding noise, which progressively got louder was because of this. It's really loud and annoying now.

[garygrenier]

Thanks for this! Great Tutorial! I have an E92 335xi in my care that needs this fix. Easy Peasy!!

[schro]

Thank you for the video, perfect and thorough explanation. I am going to be doing this job now getting closer too winter here in michigan and you made it look very proper thank you!

[JAMAEL]

Great video. To the point. Ordered part and will be replacing durning weekend. Will update afterwards.

[zxztv]

Smashing job Ed, should be fixed for a time now :-).

This is where your new workshop comes into its own, inside from the weather, and a beautifull car lift to make it much nicer for you :-D, i hope you had some minimal heating.

That unit has a similar looking motor to electric windows and a smart car electric clutch servo, possibly the same power.
I really love that display backlighting, good colour and just the right intensity :-D.

[kevinfraser]

Can you tell us the torquing spec for the 3 transfer case motor bolts? Thank you great video

[emoneybagsthedon]

*Anyone saying the bolt hits the exhaust*. Loosen that bolt first but remove all the other bolts. Then use a punch to move the bolt as far back as possible. Then wiggle transfer case and bolt will come out without ever touching exhaust. Install bolt the opposite way. Much easier

[Mcalltype]

Thank you for this video. I have a 320i xDrive. It started to shift hard, and I took it to the BMW dealership. I was told that the Transfer case has a problem and the problem goes away when they unplug the connector. Is the problem from the motor actuator? I was told that I need to replace the whole transfer case.

[juliabradanesi]

Just did this job today. I struggled a bunch with that one big bolt. The key is to do that one first and don't be afraid to pull down on the transfer case to buy yourself some more clearance past the exhaust pipe.

[Joselopez-eobr]

Thanks for the video is really helpful
I'm going to tackle the same job like right now . Thanks again

[xoticbeats]

So do we need to refill the transfer case with transfer case fluid? Might as well right ?

[joechambers]

I changed out the actuator motor and put everything back together and there was no change so i tested the old motor and realized it still works so what else could be causing the 4x4! Light and all four wheels not to engage? Can anyone help

[deadeye]

Should i disconnect the battery before j work on this?

[IHcubcadet]

Nicely done! Now about that gas issue! Wish i could fix that on my car!

[SaiPhet]

Mine turned on today. When I make a sharp turn when the 4x4 light isn’t on the car has a hard time turning but when that 4x4 finally light finally comes on it will finally turn.