1996 BMW Z3 Roadster Logo
c
chefparrent Posted on Apr 30, 2014
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

1996 bmw z3 automatiuc transmission. It feels like my drivwe shaft is rumbling where it meets my diferential. Only when I accelerate quickly from a stop.

It feels as though the drive shaft is somehow rumbling when I accelerate quickly from a stop. This does not happen every time but it is a noticeable vibration from the center of vehicle.

1 Answer

carl blood sr

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Vice President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 100 times.

  • BMW Master 846 Answers
  • Posted on Apr 30, 2014
carl blood sr
BMW Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Vice President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 100 times.

Joined: Mar 12, 2013
Answers
846
Questions
1
Helped
350178
Points
2443

The rear universal is probably gone bad at rear of drive shaft. does it clunk when shifting from park into drive, get under vehicle, when it is turned off. you can leave it in park. grab drive shaft and see if you can wiggle it. if so its the universal joint on drive shaft.put on e-brake before getting under it. if it is bad, its best to change both front and back universals. Good-day!

5 Related Answers

Anonymous

  • 117 Answers
  • Posted on Jul 01, 2008

SOURCE: Will the wheels from a BMW Z3 M fit a 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 ltr roadster?

yes they will you just may need to use a wheel spacer

Ad

jbezy

  • 2 Answers
  • Posted on Jun 05, 2009

SOURCE: The electrically operated seats on my BMW Z3 2.8 roadster (1997) move approx. 1cm. backwards or forwards when accelerating or braking. Does anyone know how I can fix this problem?

Bushings in seat are shot. See this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DM4KSnA58EI

co7196

Ned C Cook

  • 3433 Answers
  • Posted on Jun 21, 2009

SOURCE: Vibrations, tranny slipping, and engine tick

Sounds like you may have a worn out CV joint and the clicking may stop with an oil change. Good Luck

Anonymous

  • 1986 Answers
  • Posted on Oct 07, 2009

SOURCE: what is the normal price for a 1996 bmw z3 hood

should be around $400

Anonymous

  • 81 Answers
  • Posted on Mar 30, 2010

SOURCE: procedures for removing drive shaft bmw x5

no the spindle stays on the vehicle,this process is not that difficult.start by removing the wheels and 38mm nut at the end of each shaft,then reomve the bolt holding on the front lower control arm from the front sub frame,pressout the shaft through the wheel bearing,now that the end of the shaft is out use a pry bar to pop out the shaft in the oil pan,pull them out and replace, Also you must be aware that removeing the 38mm nut is difficult without a impact gun and it is also a 12 point nut as well you must force out the ends of the drive shaft with a special puller of a air chistle with a point as you are not able to push it through by hand good luck

Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

Something is draining the battery on our 2002 bmw z3.the battery and alternator checks out good,what is draining the battery??

HELP 2000 Z3 Battery Drain - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums

www.bimmerfest.com > ... > Z Series > E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002)

Feb 18, 2007 - 7 posts - ‎6 authors
HELP 2000 Z3 Battery Drain E36/7 Z3 (1996-2002) ... Something is draining the battery. ... Posts: 55. Mein Auto: 2000 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster. z3 1.9 battery drain (fuse 31)
6 posts
Apr 9, 2013
Intermittent car battery drain problem NEED HELP
25 posts
Jan 29, 2013
Mysterious Battery Drain
25 posts
Feb 23, 2008
Battery drain....after 2 days sitting dead...
25 posts
Mar 28, 2006
More results from www.bimmerfest.com
Jan 18, 2016 • 2002 BMW Z3
1helpful
1answer

1998 Z3.. Manual Trans shudder under acceleration in 2nd gear as it nears 2000 rpms, then goes away as it approaches 2500 rpm's.. Any suggestions?.. Thanks

It could either be the flex disc or drive shaft center bearing. I had the same problem on my 98 Z3 and I replaced both and it took care of the problem.
1helpful
2answers

2003 jetta gls rumble in the front end

sounds like a gearbox bearing ,,,this sounds like a growling noise usually when accelerating although as the problem gets worse it can happen constantly ,,, wheel bearings can growl too but will give a constant noise regardless of acceleration ,,, you need to see to this quickly as the more you drive you will cause more damage and cost to you ,,,,bearings will fix it in the early stages but if more damage is done you could have to pay for new gears and shafts which is expensive
0helpful
1answer

When I accelerate quickly in first and second gear I hear a vibration that sounds like it's right under the center console. I think It might be the bushing thing that connects the front part of the...

The two most likely causes are a worn front universal joint - a relatively easy fix but probably fairly expensive if done by BMW- or more serious, but lees likely, a worn bushing in the transmission tail-shaft housing. The latter will be more difficult and costly to repair but doesn't happen very often. A worn universal joint is much more likely. Dr.J
May 20, 2011 • 1999 BMW Z3
0helpful
1answer

Need firing order for bmw z3 four cylinder. do not know which way two of the wires go; they are both the same length and do not seem to fit well either way I put them. What is the correct firing order?

For the 1996 Z3 Roadster 1.9L DOHC In-Line 4-Cylinder:
Firing Order:
1 - 3 - 4 - 2
Cylinders:
(back)
|..4..|
|..3..|
|..2..|
|..1..|
(front)

Thanks for using FixYa.com...
Let me know if this helped, or if you have additional questions.
Feel Free to contact us at FixYa.com!
1helpful
1answer

Ford F350, 7.3 powerstroke, accelerating from 0-60

does it have acentre bearing in the tail shaft ?if so ,fhat is more than likely the problem .also check that all the tail shaft yoke s are in line,they only have to be 1 spline out togive those symptoms ,a rumble ,is definatly coming from the driveline
3helpful
1answer
2helpful
2answers

Is it normal for the automatic transmission on a 1996 Z3 to need to warm up before it shifts smoothly?

No, this is a situation that involves one or more of the shift solenoids that are inside the pan. These shift solenoids are malfunctioning at this time and, i recommend inspecting the transmission asap for faulty solenoids.
1helpful
1answer

98 bmw z3 gas pedal meets resistance

has some of the fire wall sound deadner falling behind the pedal near the top where it mounts
0helpful
1answer

Faulty torque lock up in 4th gear

I would say either  transmission control module or the torque converter.
Not finding what you are looking for?

145 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top BMW Experts

vince

Level 3 Expert

2530 Answers

Steve Sweetleaf
Steve Sweetleaf

Level 3 Expert

1212 Answers

old marine
old marine

Level 3 Expert

2426 Answers

Are you a BMW Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...