E46: Low Vibration from Rear

[romeo_v12]

People,Howz it going?Since bout 2 weeks ago I've developed a low vobration that appeares to be coming from the rear. It has no noise, but I can feel the vibes that are mainly on gears 2 and 3. The vibes go away if I depress the accelerator pedal or release a little.It feels like long shaft coupling or may be mounting (engine/gearbox?) failure. BMW9700 mentioned that it could also be my rear tyres that are about 25% balance.Would sincerely appreciate your view points if you or a mate has experienced this before. I plan to get it checked out tomorrow or Monday. More $$$ out the window.... Thank you dudes and Happy Friday! Please drive carefully.Kind Regards,Romeo

 

[E46Fanatic]

Could it be wheel bearings going bad? Quite notorious of going kaput for the E46..

 

[romeo_v12]

I didnt think of that...shall get it checked out tomorrow sir.

Thanks for replying...


Romeo

 

[bm8118]

it sounds more like ur rear axle. When was the last u changed ur axle oil? If its has been a while try changing it. Hope it helps.

 

[BMW9700]

Originally posted by bm8118@Dec 2 2005, 07:52 PM
it sounds more like ur rear axle. When was the last u changed ur axle oil? If its has been a while try changing it. Hope it helps.

now you have frightened him,

a few whiskies and the car is back to normal!!

 

[romeo_v12]

Sent car to Bimmer auto this morning...changed gbox oil and axle oil. All mountings and bushes are good. Also tightened all lg shaft bolts...apparently a lil loose....

M praying it'll be solved.

Shall keep you posted.