X3 2.0 automatic

[Davesally]

Hi I'm hoping someone can help we just got a 2013 x3 2.0 automatic when we put the drive it shudders like mad and I'm not sure if it's the gearbox or the transfer  box I hope someone on here can gave me some idea where to start thanks

[X5smw]

Hello. How many miles has it done? 
has the gearbox ever been serviced? 
stu

[Greydog]

Hi David

Your car should have the ZF 8 speed box as Stu says is there any evidence that the box has serviced ZF recommend every 60k miles and they often get foregotten. Other things to check First Tyres are they all the correct size and are wear patterns the same. Odd tyres across axels or front to rear can wreak havoc mainly with the Transfer case though. Second find a good open area and on full lock reverse slowly if it is a Transfer case issue you will feel/hear a jerking through the steering. If all is smooth yout Transfer case should be OK

My local BMW Specialist charges £650 for a GB service plus around £80 if a software update is needed. I save around £260 by doing it myself (ZF Fluid and Filters)

Dave

[Davesally]

Thanks for the reply i have found out it the transfer box so I'm looking at getting it replaced or rebuild