Can BMW drivetrain maintenance help me save money?

Yes, sometimes it can. First, servicing the drivetrain system can help you avoid more significant repairs. It can also somewhat reduce tire wear.

What are the symptoms of a damaged BMW drivetrain system?

Noises toward the back of your BMW 325is, leaking fluid, trouble turning — these could all be signs of drivetrain damage you want to address. Take action before something more severe happens.

When should I come in for BMW 325is differential service?

Differential service frequency varies from car to car. Double check your owner’s manual and talk with a technician. We generally recommend getting your differential inspected and the differential fluid changed as a part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine since your vehicle cannot function without a differential.

What triggers the malfunction indicator light (MIL) in a 325is?

A multitude of problems can activate your 325is’s malfunction indicator light (better known as the check engine light), including issues with the engine, transmission, sensors, electrical system, or connectors.

Can you clear the 325is check engine light on your own?

While it’s sometimes possible to clear a malfunction warning light at home, it’s never recommended. If your 325is’s check engine light comes on, it’s usually because there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. You should find and address the underlying issue to help keep your vehicle in great shape. By simply resetting the check engine light, you may temporarily get rid of the light, but the underlying problem is still there. It will only be a matter of time before the light comes back.

How concerning is a drivetrain malfunction in my 325is?

If your 325is has a drivetrain malfunction, don't wait. Get it checked out by a professional mechanic. Identifying the underlying cause and performing the appropriate repairs right away can help prevent further damage and avoid unsafe driving conditions.

Is the transmission considered part of the drivetrain in my 325is?

Yes, the transmission is an essential part of your 325is’s drivetrain. The drivetrain consists of components — like the transmission — that transfer power from the engine to the wheels to move your 325is forward. Other components in the driver train include the axles, differential, and driveshaft.

1989 BMW 325is Drivetrain Repair & Service

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1989 BMW 325is Drivetrain Service

Your 325is drivetrain transfers power from your engine to the wheels. It spans the full length of your BMW, from back to front. It’s one of your 325is’s most complex systems and includes everything after the engine transmission: driveshafts, axles, joints, differentials, and wheels. Care for your 1989 BMW 325is to maintain its performance power. You can minimize repairs by following BMW's recommendations for checking and changing differential fluids, and lubricating bearings and gears.

When to Get BMW 325is Drivetrain Repairs

Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are quite different, so you don't want to go to just anyone for drivetrain repair. You want to go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can fix many 1989 BMW 325is drivetrain components including the driveshaft, CV axles, and CV joints. Your 325is might need driveshaft repair if you notice clunks when shifting, vibration as your vehicle accelerates, resistance when turning, or heavy vibrations in your floorboards. It's hard to put a timeframe on drivetrain repair. There’s no expiration date on the system’s pieces and parts. So much depends on the climate and your driving style. One of your best courses of action is to visit Firestone Complete Auto Care when you first notice that something feels "off" with your BMW 325is.

You might be wondering: how much will it cost to fix the drivetrain in your 1989 BMW 325is? Minor differential repairs, like seal or gasket replacement, are usually pretty affordable. But bigger repairs, like gear or bearing replacement, require more labor and can therefore be more expensive.

1989 BMW 325is Drivetrain Questions

When you have drivetrain problems, you have driving problems. Check out our top 1989 BMW 325is drivetrain Q&A below, and visit your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care with any drivetrain concerns.

Can BMW drivetrain maintenance help me save money? Yes, sometimes it can. First, servicing the drivetrain system can help you avoid more significant repairs. It can also somewhat reduce tire wear.
What are the symptoms of a damaged BMW drivetrain system? Noises toward the back of your BMW 325is, leaking fluid, trouble turning — these could all be signs of drivetrain damage you want to address. Take action before something more severe happens.
When should I come in for BMW 325is differential service? Differential service frequency varies from car to car. Double check your owner’s manual and talk with a technician. We generally recommend getting your differential inspected and the differential fluid changed as a part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine since your vehicle cannot function without a differential.
What triggers the malfunction indicator light (MIL) in a 325is? A multitude of problems can activate your 325is’s malfunction indicator light (better known as the check engine light), including issues with the engine, transmission, sensors, electrical system, or connectors.
Can you clear the 325is check engine light on your own? While it’s sometimes possible to clear a malfunction warning light at home, it’s never recommended. If your 325is’s check engine light comes on, it’s usually because there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. You should find and address the underlying issue to help keep your vehicle in great shape. By simply resetting the check engine light, you may temporarily get rid of the light, but the underlying problem is still there. It will only be a matter of time before the light comes back.
How concerning is a drivetrain malfunction in my 325is? If your 325is has a drivetrain malfunction, don't wait. Get it checked out by a professional mechanic. Identifying the underlying cause and performing the appropriate repairs right away can help prevent further damage and avoid unsafe driving conditions.
Is the transmission considered part of the drivetrain in my 325is? Yes, the transmission is an essential part of your 325is’s drivetrain. The drivetrain consists of components — like the transmission — that transfer power from the engine to the wheels to move your 325is forward. Other components in the driver train include the axles, differential, and driveshaft.

1989 BMW 325is Repair

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