Car is now a paperweight - DCT HELP!!!!!

aaron_ · 01-05-2018, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MJ80.

10k?

Retail price of only the mechatronics unit. Will have labour and associated parts on top of that.

Anyone want to buy a kidney?

aaron_ · 01-05-2018, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by e36mmm

Can a tune by mhd actually cause a problem like this?

Don’t think so. My car software has been overwritten to eliminate that variable - problem still exists

MJ80. · 01-05-2018, 05:50 AM

I just find that hard to believe ive never head of such a high cost on this platform. Even a blown engine isnt a 10k fix.

juld0zer · 01-05-2018, 06:06 AM

Mechatronics is the TCU and valve block all in one.
These are very expensive gearboxes, quite literally the retail cost of a brand new one is about $25-30k.

My fingers are crossed for you buddy. I work on these cars and there is only so much that ISTA can do in terms of troubleshooting automatic and double clutch transmissions. Once that is all exhausted it comes down to individual experience with these scenarios.

Have you reached out to other reputable MHD tuners and BMW specialists from USA for example, who nay have encountered this issue before?

This type of fault comes about due to a communication disruption - lost signal, transmitting control unit fails to send out expected signal, etc.

Aus335iguy · 01-05-2018, 02:59 PM

I had a 92 AWD turbo ford TX3 back in the day. Replacement gearbox for those from ford was 15k back in 199x.

At the end of the day a used box is 3k guys dont sweat it.

What we could be doing as a community is looking for one for @aaron_

EB89 · 01-05-2018, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aus335iguy

I had a 92 AWD turbo ford TX3 back in the day. Replacement gearbox for those from ford was 15k back in 199x.

At the end of the day a used box is 3k guys dont sweat it.

What we could be doing as a community is looking for one for @aaron_

Do we know that’s 100% the cause?

Aus335iguy · 01-05-2018, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by EB89

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aus335iguy

I had a 92 AWD turbo ford TX3 back in the day. Replacement gearbox for those from ford was 15k back in 199x.

At the end of the day a used box is 3k guys dont sweat it.

What we could be doing as a community is looking for one for @aaron_

Do we know that’s 100% the cause?

Nope, my money is on wiring.

e36mmm · 01-05-2018, 09:55 PM

We'll find a solution Aaron. Hold tight mate.

Aus335iguy · 01-05-2018, 10:15 PM

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-1-SER...%257Ciid%253A1

feuer · 01-05-2018, 10:48 PM

wow! The support given on this thread is truly inspiring! Is wonderful.

e36mmm · 01-06-2018, 12:07 AM

We are a community that should lead by example for others to follow.

Aaron if you need parts and need alternative options for pricing around, contact Michael at Welch Auto Parts for a quote. He's on google directory.

Aus335iguy · 01-06-2018, 12:22 AM

I'd highly recommend getting a quote from the dealer only(diagnosis costs are unavoidable I think) once they tell you what's wrong you can make better plans

Aus335iguy · 01-06-2018, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Aus335iguy

I'd highly recommend getting a quote from the dealer only(diagnosis costs are unavoidable I think) once they tell you what's wrong you can make better plans

The offer to try your GWS in my car remains open as well. I reckon theres a good chance its got something to do with it.

juld0zer · 01-07-2018, 09:17 AM

Some questions to ask them:
- Are they able to communicate with the DKG?
- If yes, are they able to successfully execute any/all service functions?
- Any live data parameters missing?

e36mmm · 01-08-2018, 02:32 AM

No offense Aaron but this car may be in the wrong hands. It should go to a specialised bmw serviceshop in my opinion if they are taking their sweet ass time. Surely the problem can not be that bad. Any updates? I'd call them everyday until I get updates.

Aus335iguy · 01-08-2018, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by e36mmm

No offense Aaron but this car may be in the wrong hands. It should go to a specialised bmw serviceshop in my opinion if they are taking their sweet ass time. Surely the problem can not be that bad. Any updates? I'd call them everyday until I get updates.

Let’s hope hes driving it and that’s why he hasn’t responded.

MJ80. · 01-08-2018, 04:21 AM

So this 10k part figure is the equivalent of pricing up a new crate engine from the dealership in terms of obviously going to be an insane and inflated price and really a whole new box is around 3k?

Aus335iguy · 01-08-2018, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJ80.

So this 10k part figure is the equivalent of pricing up a new crate engine from the dealership in terms of obviously going to be an insane and inflated price and really a whole new box is around 3k?

Yup exactly

e36mmm · 01-08-2018, 05:04 AM

X2. Hopefully he is driving it

EB89 · 01-08-2018, 08:13 AM

Aaron how’s the car mate?

I got mine back today after 6 weeks of issues, feels great to drive again.

e36mmm · 01-08-2018, 02:21 PM

Happy Motoring!

Aus335iguy · 01-08-2018, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by EB89

Aaron how’s the car mate?

I got mine back today after 6 weeks of issues, feels great to drive again.

What happened to you ?

01-05-2018, 05:50 AM	#47
MJ80. Major 204 Rep 1,103 Posts Drives: E92 335i DCT Individual Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gold Coast, Australia. iTrader: (0)	I just find that hard to believe ive never head of such a high cost on this platform. Even a blown engine isnt a 10k fix.
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juld0zer Lieutenant Colonel 480 Rep 1,600 Posts Drives: Prev 135i 7DCT, Now 130i 6sp Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: 2153 iTrader: (0)	Mechatronics is the TCU and valve block all in one. These are very expensive gearboxes, quite literally the retail cost of a brand new one is about $25-30k. My fingers are crossed for you buddy. I work on these cars and there is only so much that ISTA can do in terms of troubleshooting automatic and double clutch transmissions. Once that is all exhausted it comes down to individual experience with these scenarios. Have you reached out to other reputable MHD tuners and BMW specialists from USA for example, who nay have encountered this issue before? This type of fault comes about due to a communication disruption - lost signal, transmitting control unit fails to send out expected signal, etc.
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Aus335iguy Colonel 650 Rep 2,139 Posts Drives: 2009 e92 335i MSport DCT Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sydney Aus iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i [10.00]	I had a 92 AWD turbo ford TX3 back in the day. Replacement gearbox for those from ford was 15k back in 199x. At the end of the day a used box is 3k guys dont sweat it. What we could be doing as a community is looking for one for @aaron_ __________________ When you doppelkaplung you doppel your fun.
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e36mmm Major 189 Rep 1,178 Posts Drives: 335i M Sport Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	We are a community that should lead by example for others to follow. Aaron if you need parts and need alternative options for pricing around, contact Michael at Welch Auto Parts for a quote. He's on google directory.
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Aus335iguy Colonel 650 Rep 2,139 Posts Drives: 2009 e92 335i MSport DCT Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sydney Aus iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i [10.00]	I'd highly recommend getting a quote from the dealer only(diagnosis costs are unavoidable I think) once they tell you what's wrong you can make better plans __________________ When you doppelkaplung you doppel your fun.
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juld0zer Lieutenant Colonel 480 Rep 1,600 Posts Drives: Prev 135i 7DCT, Now 130i 6sp Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: 2153 iTrader: (0)	Some questions to ask them: - Are they able to communicate with the DKG? - If yes, are they able to successfully execute any/all service functions? - Any live data parameters missing?
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e36mmm Major 189 Rep 1,178 Posts Drives: 335i M Sport Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	No offense Aaron but this car may be in the wrong hands. It should go to a specialised bmw serviceshop in my opinion if they are taking their sweet ass time. Surely the problem can not be that bad. Any updates? I'd call them everyday until I get updates.
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MJ80. Major 204 Rep 1,103 Posts Drives: E92 335i DCT Individual Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gold Coast, Australia. iTrader: (0)	So this 10k part figure is the equivalent of pricing up a new crate engine from the dealership in terms of obviously going to be an insane and inflated price and really a whole new box is around 3k?
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