Finally! Someone who explained the transfer case and not just the actuator. Thanks man!

Don’t care if you’re a professional KZreadr you know what you’re talking about and made a video to help people out so nothing but a big thank you bro 👍 my sisters 08 328xi has a slight noise and she thinks it’s the transfer case but I’m leaning wheel bearing since it only seems to come from the drivers side.

Finally a good video explaining the transfer case! Thank you. Keep up the good work.

Having looked at a few you tube listings for x5 transfer box issues, I would like to say your advise is first class, I assumed my problem was the transfer box plastic cogs as most say this is the issue ? on looking at your comments I looked further, and it was the control unit in the boot next to the battery, it got wet on connectors --- I had left the roof open and a rain shower discharge via drain tubes then got into lower boot. So a big thank you for getting me to look further.

Thank you for this video. It's the most thorough video I've seen and I've see dozens on this subject

Thank you for taking your time and making this video

very useful and straightforward honest knowledge, thanks!

Best video that I have found. Great explanations. Many Thanks

I am in the the E83 Owners Group Too - That's how I found your video. Great video, very informative. You may not be a professional KZreadr as you put it, but you are a professional! You actually have content instead of click bait. I am getting intermittent ABS/Brake and 4x4 light. It's usually @ startup or immediately when shifting into gear. Other times it doesn't do it at all and everything working properly with no lights. I am getting multiple codes from transfer case malfunction to servo motor current measurement faulty. I have inspected the internal actuator gear and it is good. Wondering your thoughts on whether it would be a bad actuator motor or the control module. When it's a cold start I get the issue, after driving the car for a little bit and turning car on/off the lights clear and no issues. I'm stumped and don't want to throw parts at it. Again great video, you are an asset to the community - don't every apologize for being yourself even if you are a little sweaty or whatever. Obviously you have a passion for what you do and are thoughtful enough to try helping others by sharing your expertise. Thank you!

Thank you for explaining all the issues with transfer case my husband recently had the issue with all the lights own someone told him to change just the black wheel, but you gave us a good explanation the owner before us disconnect the sensor for it and when turning it was holding the 4x4

Thank you, my friend. Extremely good information. I own a 2006 BMW x5 4.4i. and all three lights (4x4, DSC, and brake) I replace the speed wheel sensor on rear right) The lights were still on, then I replace the T.C. controller, and the 4x4 and DSC lights went off for two days, now are back and I replace the transfer case actuator, but I don't know how to calibrate it.and the lights still on. I know that is a smarter guy than me out thereso I hope you could help

👍 Nice job on the video. You explain very well and very thorough. If you wanted, you could easily be a pro youtuber. Your confidence will grow with every video because I predict people will respond well and thru that positive feed back you will be encouraged to do more and be more and more comfortable in front of the camera

Thanks for the video. I used your info to rule out transfer case for my "non-rhythmic mystery clicking rattle" at low speed. 2014 X3 does not have any of the other symptoms you mentioned so I'm going to look away from transfer case for now. Have a great day.

@haseonpark3692

Жыл бұрын

Did you figure it out? I might have a similar issue here. 2013 x3 have not very loud clicking noise around 10 mph. Usually happens when start after park or turn. No vibrating totally gone after speed up.

@bmdubclub9933

Жыл бұрын

That’s sounds like a cv axle for both of y’all

You have great info brother thank you following you 👌🏼

Wow dude you saved the day ! I have an X5 50i 14 I’m gonna email you right now

Thanks a lot you saved my day😊 Great video

you did a good job bro. thankyou for the info!

Thank you brother. I was able to fix my problem with your advice.

You sound great! Understood every word

Good video with useful information Erkan, thanks.

sometimes flushing the TC (transfer case) fluid with OEM fluid will make TC to run smoother. You may notice some metal savings in the old fluid but this is the stretched internal chain of the TC rubbing against the sidewall of the case and does not require a rebuild of the TC assembly.

@ioannisstavrou2677

Жыл бұрын

If you not open the transfer box to clean 🧼 it! Oil Changes will not make any difference 👌🏻

Great explanation of symptoms. I have a 2010 528xi E60 and the car is jerking bad when start driving and looses power but it drives ok after until you stop again and the same thing happens. I thought is the axle and replaced the passenger one but lifting car up noticed jerking bad coming from transfer case ... so by what you are describing here seams like is not engaging or springs are bad.. any thoughts> thank you in advance!

Helpful!!!! I have a 2011 X3 328i Xdrive. It gets stuck (ALWAYS around the first 10 minutes drive) when I stop at a red light or hit the brake slowly. Then I kick the brake pedal and it “unlocks”. Drive on a highway for miles and doesn’t do it again. I think it falls into symptom #5 of this video. Looking forward to replace that bearing. Thanks for the help.

Thanks so much man! Great video. If you can answer this, I would appreciate it. My problem: 2015 X5 N55: on deceleration the car feels like there is a kick from the back. It feels like rough downshifts, but the car actually is in gear in manual mode. Just feels like kicking from the back. I pulled the fuse out to test it, and it drove smoothly in RWD only. When I put the fuse back in, it started again with the kicking. After watching your video, I feel like it may have to do with the symptom No. 2 (stuck in 4wd). What do you think? Thanks a lot in advance man! Well, here’s an update: I replaced the gear oil in the transfer case, and the problem went away. So before paying a lot of money for expensive replacements, try simply replacing the oil. It worked like a charm, thank god.

Good video and thanx for your sharing. I have a problem in my e53 2004 (with actuator motor). The 4x4, abs and brake are lights on when the engine on (still off in contact position). The fault is 54c8 and calibration faulty always. I have change the second hand module atc and actuator motor. My mechanic also have open the tc and the condition still good. Please advise. Many thanx

You are great, very helpful. Thank you

Great video, thank you! I have symptom number 2 after going through water in a major flood we just had. Prior to that I had transfer case problems but it was the Reluctor Rings around the rear axles causing the rear abs sensors sending the wrong signals to the computer and Transmission, brake system and Transfer case. Drove me nuts. I just pulled the actuator motor out and had some water in there and in connector. The gears in the actuator are good. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

@MiPhoneRepairLLC

8 ай бұрын

What did you end up doing to fix this? Just had this happen to me after driving through some water as well 🤦🏼‍♂️

Hey man great video! I was searching for two weeks and finally someone has explained something with a knowledge. believe my car has the symptom number 5. It’s a 2014 BMW X3. I have a question maybe you can direct me somewhere. When I’m stoped on a stop sign , red light parking.....I put the car in drive and it fills sticky until 20-25miles maybe and it makes some fi fi fi fiu sound sometimes with vibration it comes from the rear. Recently I had parking light on and I had to change the right brake actuator. But that sound is still here. Pls give me some direction. You are to far from me otherwise I would of stop by you for sure. Thanks

Thank you, great video

Want to pick your brain on something. Over the last couple of days, on deceleration I would hear a rumbling vibration in the back end of my 2004 BMW x3 2.5i. Today, I was driving about 30 MPH and I heard a bang toward the rear of my X3 and then there was no gear that I could shift to. No "gear" light lit up on the dash, and I could hear the gears trying to engage when I shift, but it wouldn't lock up in park, or move in reverse or drive. No fluids on the street, but there was a little look of fluid on my rear differential. Could that be it? Thanks for your feedback, and please, keep making videos! You provide great detailed information!

thanks for doing this video. I would call the xDrive Transfer Case as a "forgotten" part...heck I did and I do most of my maintenance on my wife's X3...changing Transfer case oil this weekend @ ~112K miles. No symptoms but I don't believe the BMW "lifetime fluid" malarkey!

Hi Erkan, I have a question i have staggered setup of wheels on BMW F34. I want to change tyres from star marked runflats Pirelli Pzeros to Falken FK510 non star marked, 1to1 sizes as previous but some forum guys said that this could damage transfercase of xdrive ? but why? normal tyres non star market will have some much diff in circumference but when you use car rear are wearing quicer so some circumference diff are always no mater it star market I am right and I could install my new Falkens and try it out? what you expierience ?

4x4 light came on , lost power and started jerking for few seconds. Any one had this problem before?

Dear...i have a real vibration at 80km and 120km... I checked the rear driveshaft its ok balanced I checked the new wheels/rims and balanced them I removed the front drive shaft but issue still I checked the rear shaft convertor I dont know to what check...i thought it might be the transfercase but in your video you said its last unit may cause the vibration...if you have any idea i appreciate it. Thanks for the good video.

Hello Arcan. Great job on this video my friend. I changed the gear in the transfer actuator from plastic to bronze. It worked fine but the next day those same lights came back on ( ABS 4X4 ) do I need to reseat it or maybe a fuse, what do you think, please?

Question(My 2007 x3): My transfer case was changed to a used one and it removed the ABS/Brake/4x4 lights from being on. Now I hear a scratching sound from the back that was NEVER present before. Do you have a professional opinion what could be happening or what could be checked?

Wow. That was awesome, I now wish I lived in Florida.

thanks for a great video. thinking of buying a 2005 x5 but dealer says bad transfer case. where the best place to get parts for this . I live in victoria BC Canada

Thank you!

Hey.. I have a BMW X5 2006 3.0 . Mechanics did a scan and still are clueless! Codes say 227 & 228 ( o2 bank 2 control deviation and o2 bank 1 control deviation.. ) Also I have 4x4 DSC Inactive light on suddenly! and I hear grinding noise underneath at hard stops like down a hill...(NO Abs lights on) I assume Transfer Case Motor or Gear ??? Or oil ???...It feels like brake locks on when I stop down a hill.. What could it be??? Also... My check engine light has Always been on for 3 years ( Map Thermostat code) but every mechanic told me not to bother replacing that part... Recently The car has trouble starting every morning and when low on fuel. !! Cranks but No start for at least 5 cranks... *Maybe Fuel pump Relay?? *Fuel pressure regulator?? *Fuel filter?? *Fuel Injectors ?? They cant figure it out!!! Seems the Fuel Pump is working.. I Went to over 20 car shops in 3 weeks and am really frustrated :( What could it be ??? They cant figure it out !!!

Hey what’s up Erkan, used diagnostic and got code 54c4 Calibration faulty. I did a servmotor test and that bring up the 4X4 warning on dash. When car restarted warning goes but code still shows on diagnostic tool? Am I right to guess it’s the motor? Oil is ok.

Quick cuestion I got a 2015 bmw 328i gt and we replaced the transmission for a used one but we noticed that if we put the steering wheel straight it moves foward or reverse but if we turn left or right it goes to neutral.do you think it might need the transfercase?

Excellent video

Great video i have the first issue u metion lights come on after i drive but my car once i re start the car and start driving above 2000 rpm the light trio dosent comw on only the 4x4!

Great video dude! My e53 awd light was on when I bought the car 3 years ago along with abs light. I had T case oil replaced but it would not calibrate. Codes are 54C4 and 54C8. I did replace the resistor with a BMW original one, it says it is invalid! I use DIS software. There is no vibration when turning or anything. any ideas?

what if the front output transfer case shaft is stuck and won't move back to install new front prop shaft?

Hi my friend , my car has the simptom number 3 when I go over 50 or when I go slowly like wen I am in traffic, do I have to replace the whole transfer case or could be something else thank you

Thanks,useful knowledge

Fantastic video

Is jerking motion with acceleration from the transfer case? No warning lights. No vibration.

So when you talk about the drive line not turning does that mean the transfer case needs to be replaced? Or is it more than that ?

Eric I own 2014 x3 and car is indicating that transnfer malfunction had a mechanic worked on it an he replace drive shaft but my car still make the same noise like a turbine sound almost like when a wheel bearing goes bad car shifts fine

Very nice video. I have e60. My actuator went bad and gears wore off. After replacing with some random amazon brand now I am getting that scenario 3 where it locks into on slow turns. Should I replace the actuator again or you think there is deeper issue? Note I did replace oil and did BMW replace oil procedure with ISTA that did something related to actuator. Also no codes found when scanning. And it happens only after about 40 min drive. Also not always just sometimes. And when I turn off my car I hear that loud sound almost like something dropping (assuming spring releases back)

@MiPhoneRepairLLC

8 ай бұрын

Did you ever figure this out?

Great video...thanks alot. More videos please.... On turn, specially left, I hear clunking noise. On slowing down, hear clunking. If I start and push the pedal, then clunking. Is this transfer case. Can you get clunking from front suspension. Thanks

We had to unplug the transfer case because the car shakes/shimmies, almost like a broken motor mount, but it goes away when transfer case is unplugged. It get's worse between around 20-60mph Car drives fine without transfer case plugged in.... obviously rear wheel only... and the 4x4 error... but this is expected with it being unplugged... Any ideas?

how many km do we change the oil in the transfer case. thank you

Hi Erkan , I have 07 e83 x3 and I have a gear light on and not going away even reseting , it used to kick or I should say take off at a stop , what should I do

Hi mate my 2005 x3 makes clunking noise only when reversing normally when put foot on clutch what could be my problem someone said was non star rated tyres

Hello, great video. I have a question. How to test the transfer case of 2012 BMW X5 xdrive 35i? It has a flat gear a size of flat screwdriver where the actuator motor mount on. Not sure if it should spin or has more tension . Thanks

@tipsandtricks4561

2 жыл бұрын

hi i took the front shaft out and I'm driving bmw x5 e70 3.0d xdrive 2012 on rear wheel drive without any problem no light on dash

I have a 2013 BMW X3 , the dealer wants a crazy amount to replace transfer case... im in Florida, Fort myers...where is your shop?

Great I have problems in my car but the abs and break 4x4 show off if my speed 80 pass show on again but no front wheel so what is the issue.

How can i know what fuse is the right to replace just in case was the fuse the problem

Thank you very much

Hello i have a x3 2006 and i see your video the trasfer case and i cange the chain and i eliminate the issue but afther that i have a 54c4 and 54c8 and i want know if you have an idea cos some people speak about the sincro and other about the trasfer case module for your help i thank you and you have a lot experience about the transfer topic make more videos helps a lot thank you for you answer

I have a 2004 X3.I have a "Clunking" sound when I go forward. When I try to back up, and turn steereing wheel in either durection, the vehicle wants to lock uo and not proceed in reverse. Can u advise?

Erkan i had symptom 1 and took it to BMW they are saying the transfer case if failing. What would you suggest?

Hi I have a 05 x3 and I belive the low trans fluid light comes on a gear symbol When the light is on the vehicle downshifts hard I know the trans fluid is full and clean. I've changed the actuator and the transmission control module. Then I replaced the transmission and it's doing the exact same thing any idea what I should be looking for to get this solved thanks

So mine has grinding noise bad and won’t wanna go. Is there any way I could try putting new oil and new actuator motor ? I towed it home and drove it off the trailer and it wasn’t locked up anymore or making the noise. Light are still on. I wanna fix it before I drive it and make more damage. I replaced the drive shaft in 2018

Hi Erkan, if my transfer case broke, will it still make the clanking/grinding noises with the car in park and engine idling?

I’ve noticed your eBay page is gone. Any chance you have a rebuilt transfer case for a 2012 x6 50i? You seem to be the most knowledgeable person. You covered my symptom (jerking upon acceleration = chain skipping), whereas diagnosis wanted to just replace transfer case with a brand new one. That’s not in my budget at the moment. Thanks!

@awdpart

Жыл бұрын

hello thanks for reaching out , you probably have atc700 here is our link www.ebay.com/itm/264870165757?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=VbZ7dEvgRQq&sssrc=2380676&ssuid=VbZ7dEvgRQq&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

I have that symptom on slow hard turns i feel wheels where locking up . Couldnt figure it out till I saw this video. My 4x4 light comes on around 5 miles of driving whenever I start driving

Hi, Should you warm up your car in really cold weather?

Driving on slow speeds and hard turnings it makes clanking noise down there, is it the chain or the bearings?

Hey could I contact you, I’m tackling this issue after a year finally, I will pay you for your time, I’m about to order a new servo motor, and I’m getting this one code about the clutch being temporarily disabled/ no dxc located/ transfer case motor too hot/ and some others. I have a few things I’m going to change along with the fluid, automatic transmission fluid, and reset adaptations, I found a servo motor on rock auto for 150.00, and one for 395.00 (going with the later, because well you get what you pay for). Is this a good site to get one from? I don’t trust eBay anymore and on a bit of a budget

440317 - Pump motor: general multiple error. I have a problem when I want to move it as if the 4x4 drive would start working, and the vehicle stabilization control is lit, it highlighted such an error

when i'm driving my X6 4x4 there is a vibratiiom coming from under the car, I have a code 5F3A. I changed the actuator motor module. The fault light came back and start vibrating. when i jack up the car and let it down and start driving it ok. the next day i start driving the vehicle it starts vibrating again, Any advice?? or fix?? only vibrations problem

Can a faulty transfer case take all the drive from the rear my x5 has no drive what so ever from the back but the front trys to kick in until I turn then there is no drive at all.

This is the most helpful video i have seen so far trying to find whats wrong with my car. I have a 2012 bmw 528i xdrive. It started by making clanking noise so took it to leschwab and replaced the cv axels with aftermarket ones(cheaper). The problem didnt go away and they suggested to put OEM but i dont think it is the cv axels because the car makes clanking/slaping noise even when driving streight. When driving normal there is no warning lights unless i floor the gas pedal and than it says "drivetrain malfunction" your output power is limited to protect.... at this point i have the feeling is the transfer case because it does the hoping symtom you described when turning all the way( like it is in 4wd). Do you have any thoughts???

@orlinbobchev

9 ай бұрын

Hi, I have the same car and pretty much the same symptoms, without the error. Did you manage to fix it or find if it was the transfer case?

@Vini.bra1981

9 ай бұрын

@orlinbobchev i fixed the problem. It was the cv axles the problem. The mechanics was not seating the teeth of the axel on the wheel correctly. I put the teeth right and hold it while the mechanic tightened the bold and havent had issues in 3 years. The drivetrain fault was a different issue. My timing chain guides were broken and causing it to go out of timeing when accelerating. Had to change the guides and new timing chain. It's been running like a charm since

@orlinbobchev

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, for the reply, first time I hear about that there is correct way to do it. I will check for tutorials

@Vini.bra1981

9 ай бұрын

@orlinbobchev Bmw cv axles teeth are very small compared to other manufacturers, and if you dont hold them in , they will jump when you tighten the axle bolt

@orlinbobchev

9 ай бұрын

@@Vini.bra1981 very interesting, we are talking axle to the car tyre, not axle shaft thats going to the engine, right?

very usefull info, great video re bmw transfer case. codes 5Fc4 and 5Fc8 at the same time mean anyghing? I am trying to calibrate but no luck,

Hi Erkan I have 2015 bmw x5 xdrive50i When I drive the car its jerking I don't what gear but when I tried to drive on manual when I change the gear 6 to 7 its jurk Please advise

I have a x3 3.0ld msport was driving it and it was making a nocking/clunky noise when it was changing gear then further up the road as I was still driving there was no drive just rolled and oil has leacked out what could it be oil has leacked at the front

What about the tugging, missing, trailer towing feeling? No codes. No lights.

I’m in the Orlando area can you diagnose my 335?

U got any transfer cases? 2006 330xi manual 6speed

Nice video! Thanks. Was wondering if a low viscosity synthetic ATF like Amsoil ATL is suitable for this transfer case?

@bmdubclub9933

Жыл бұрын

Negative I wouldn’t run anything but oem in bmw transfer cases I’ve never had a issue knock on wood but I’ve heard they are very finicky

@ioannisstavrou2677

Жыл бұрын

It’s not about about oil brands or if one is better from other. Open transfer box and clean it properly otherwise even you change 10 times in a month the oil will not make any difference 🥰

Thank you for the video. I am experiencing 4×4 light that stays on and I ve tried the steering and could not clear it. Your recommendations are greatly appreciated

@alisidibeh3735

6 ай бұрын

Did u get it fixed? If so what was the problem?

I have a ‘07 525ix. Since last week, I hear a whine while driving. I went to my mechanic and said it comes from the transfer case. Is it something bad? I dont have any errors

Hi can you help me please. I have problem with my Bmw e70 3.0 tdi xdrive 2010 .When i tour right or left side ,car start to make vibration most likely when engine hot And when i start from first gear to drive, car make little push and then normal. I changed gearbox oil Transfer case oil, but nothing changes .i hope you understand what i mean .Thanks

So i have a 335i xdrive... clutxh is new cuz i thought it went out... So i had xdelete on... no power, but felt like the clutch engaged in all gears and reverse. Turn xdelete off, and it moves foward, but its very choppy and jerky.. and moves faster but feels like its slipping.. but its not.. Heres the catch, it will move foward, but when i turn the wheel left or right, no movement until the wheels are straight again... Could that be the transfer case or a sensor? Ps.. wont use xdelete again lol

Appreciate the video. It was very helpful

The symptoms you described clonking noise on turn and between gears is happening to my audi q5

@alfa_romeo55yush82

4 ай бұрын

Thats your cv axel making that clonking noise when ever you accelerate from a stop or turning your wheel.

I'm in the orlando area and I'm looking to figure out whats going on with my 328xi and if I need a new transfer case. I'd love to ask you some questions about your shop location if possible. Great video and thank you in advance.

@rcgx692

Жыл бұрын

I also have the 328xi model and everytime i let go of the gas around 2k rpm the car jerks and it’s irritating i was wondering the same problem my transfer case after replacing tc fluid & transmission it still jerks. What happened to yours?

Hey great information . Would like to know the price for a front differential X5 2012 . Issue left axle came out and mechanics only replaced my axle , after two days driving , now they said is my transfer case

@nitolin

3 жыл бұрын

Watching the video my car does symptom like you mention that 4 wheel drive looks . Is there any way how to test the transfer case ? Thanks in advance

Hi Erkan. I have an E83 X3 2005 2.0 diesel that makes a clucking sound from the rear only when moving at slow speeds when applying lots of steering input I.e. reversing into a space or leaving a junction to turn left or right. There is no noise if the steering is only turned moderately and that includes travelling fast or slow. There are no warning lights on dash and no fault codes. Could this be transfer case related?

@awdpart

3 жыл бұрын

if you turn your steering wheel all the way to the left or right and try to take off , if car wont wanna move then you are stuck in 4wd , it might not make the lights come on because it's mechanical nothing electrical

Selamın aleyküm usta titreme var x6 aracımızda arac transfer case oil wear yazıyor düsük devirde titriyor

How can we contact you directly for a rebuild

Question...I had the 3 lights on dash and occasional grinding noise (like dragging exhaust on ground). I replaced the actuator motor. Lights went off and all 4 wheels spin on jack stands. But on ground feels like transfer case locking up and car won't move. Oil was super low when I changed actuator so I filled it. Any thoughts?

@ckproper

3 жыл бұрын

Btw...2007 328xi

5F3A transfer case internal (06 530xi 6 spd manual). 1st gear jerks back when rpms are low or at a low speed & you lay off the throttle, also you can here a clung when you stop accelerating feels like if it were a bad differential bushing??

@madbro47

3 жыл бұрын

4X4 error/AWD Malfunction

@Minienthusiast

Жыл бұрын

Yep

Well explain thanks

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