Yes boys its a new transfer case for a X3 2012,,,transfer case atc450,,,,customer complaint was car feels like it jerks and skips while driving slowly and while turning in a parking lot,,,,this was very easy to duplicate,,,,the weird thing is that it wouldn’t throw a fault in the system,,,,I tried to get the car to fault while driving put it wouldn’t do it.
Here is the veg module that is bolted to the bottom of the transfer case,,,I decided to unplug the control unit and test drive,,,,my problem went away,,,I knew I found my problem.
I then replaced the transfer case which also comes with the VTG module,,,,the only thing it doesn’t come with the transfer case mount,,,,you would also have to replace the mount when replacing the transfer case,,,,this is a picture of the transfer case removed,,,this is the output shaft from the back of the transmission,,,,the transfer case just slides onto the output shaft,,,,,the transfer case is fairly easy to replace,,,,except replacing the mount,,,you need special tools,,,,also you have to program and encode the new VTG module.
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I think your pics broke it list ,,, but not the pic
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I’m not sure what you mean by my pics
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Is there a way to check which part is bad? I have stumbling acceleration and wheel hop while turning at slow speeds. How can I tell if it’s the vtg or transfer case?
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You can disconnect the VTG motor and test drive and see if your problem goes away ,,,,,,if it does then the problem is the VTG motor,,,,if it doesn’t then the problem is the transfer case.
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BMW X3 f25 when accelerate car will jerk and when apply brake until car arround 10km/h will jerk as well…when turn left or right accelerate and apply brake car seems nothing…hope you can helps!!thx
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Is the check engine light on?,,,,and has anyone checked for any faults with the engine?,,,,I have never heard of this problem.
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No fault code and no check engine light..
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I manage to troubleshoot the problem already…I disconnect the VTG motor and the problem goes away…anyway thx for ur help and ur website really helps alotz…
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Hi and many thanks for your useful contents. My X3, F25, 2012 has an ATC-45L transfer case which makes a transient high pitch rattling noise in 3 situations while car is transferring the load:
1. While the transmission is engaged (in R or D) and the car has very Low speed (less than 5km/h), then as soon as I press the brake pedal, the noise will come and stay for a second and will be gone as soon as the car stops.
2. While the transmission is engaged in Drive (D) and the car has very low speed (less than 10km/h), then as soon as I let go off the gas pedal the noise will come and stay for a second and when I push the gas pedal again, it will be gone.
3. While the transmission is in neutral (N) and the car is moving forward in downhill position.
No fault codes has appeared yet. Please kindly check my problem at “https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75xk0h_ujl0”.
Can it be the VTG module? If so, how should I test this?
Regards,
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That’s for the video,,,,what you can do is disconnect the VTG motor on the transfer case and see if the noise goes away,,,,if it does then it might be the VTG motor your problem
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Thanks a lot for your reply. If I remove the connectors from longitudinal torque module (or VTG) on the transfer case side, then Should I expect to get ABS or 4×4 or DSC warnings at console display? If so, then after plugging the connector back again, do I need to reset my existing VTG adaptations by BMW software? Or reconnecting the VTG will be plug and play?
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Yes you will get ABS and 4×4 ,DSC lights on,,,once you plug it back in those light should shut off or you might have to clear them ,,,no software needed,,,,you just want to see if that noise goes away when you unplug it.
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Dear Andreas, thanks for your kind reply.
Is it possible to replace my existing torque module (VTG) by a used torque module (with the same part number)? In this case, do I require to code the used VTG again (i.e. reset VTG Calibration/Adaptation)?
If I decide to replace a brand new VTG module, will the coding be necessary for the brand new module? or is it plug and play?
Regards,
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The new one needs to be coded and calibrated/adaptation
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Dear Andreas, thanks a lot for your kind guidelines.
I disconnected the plugs from longitudinal torque module and made a test drive and it seemed that the transfer case noise has disappeared! Now, how can I check if any mechanical part inside the transfer case (such as clutch pack) is defected or only the torque module itself is defected?
Please note that I got no check engine light and the BMW diagnostic software shows no fault code as well.
By the way, as I’ve sent a video clip regarding my transfer case noise for you, what is your guess about the source of noise?
Regards,
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There is no way to check the internal parts of the transfer case,,,the transfer case has no clutch packs,,,it has a chain driven gear operated system,,,I believe from the video clip and since you disconnect the VTG module and the noise is gone,,,your problem is the VTG module,,,there is a electric motor and plastic gears inside,,,you probably hearing the plastic gears slipping and the motor ratcheting noise.
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Ive been told my transfer case on 2011 BMW X3 needs replacing. I dont have the symptoms as above (skips or jerks at low speeds) but i do have abs warning lights and parking brake lights and tyre monitor failure warning all come on at same time.When i turn the engine off the warning lights go off and may not reappear for another 50 miles or so. Is it the transfer case or should i get the VTG motor disconnected and see how it goes?
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I would first disconnect the VTG motor and see how it goes,,,,,question how many miles on your car
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159,000. Just bought the car from a private seller and the warning lights came on before i got it home
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Oh shit,,,,with that many miles it might need a whole transfer case comes with a new VTG
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Sorry to hear about your issues, I have a brand new BMW transfer case for sale, if It could help.
It was purchased with oversight and doesn’t fit in my 6 cylinder truck. I also put in a $200 bushing. Part # 27107643752 Please verify fitment! I believe it’s from a 2011-13 X5, 8 cylinder, but it will fit other models. The warranty on this unit is two years from its purchase date of May 10th, 2018 No core charge, no tax! Thanks
Thanks,
Bruce
514-966-6777
b_bradshaw@mac.com
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I have a ’13 X5 with 76k miles. I starting to have all the symptoms mentioned above. Is it possible by changing the “lifetime” oil, the trouble will be addressed? No codes, but also haven’t unplugged it to test. My case is the model w/o the drain plug, I guess I need to suck the oil out. Thanks.
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No,,, replacing the oil will not solve this problem.
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I know the oil R&R isn’t going to fix worn parts but after a few weeks now, it did resolve my noticeable issues. I wanted to reset adaptations but my Foxwell tool doesn’t seem to have that ability and even an Indy shop wanted me to drop it off so I didn’t. I’m going to do this again in about a month and then have the adaptation reset this time. I’ve read that you should change it again after about 1k miles and then you should be good for another 50k.
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Please check this video on how to refresh your transfer case. no need to spend a lot on new.
regrads
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Thanks for the video,,, working at the dealership they won’t let us take the responsibility to rebuild it and they won’t warranty the work,,, that’s why we sell a complete transfer case,transmission,engine
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Follow up to my TC issues. As BMWTechnician indicated, changing the oil was a temp fix. I used TCBMWX5 Inc to purchase and install a new ATC45L TC. I got about another 9k miles after my post above. Steven is located in Corona, CA. He is very knowledgable with these, it looks like that is niche business. I saw the replacement parts, organized shop, etc. I’d recommend him. I think I saved about $2-$3k by having him do the rebuild and R&R vs the dealer or even an indie shop.
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