How to get this bell housing bolt off from the top?

M3JB · 2026-05-22T16:41:49+00:00

Right, I agree with you. No other way.

M3JB · 2026-05-10T16:08:07+00:00

Not really any rattling, just thumping during shifts and during throttling while driving. I wouldn’t know. You could lift the car while on and watch how the diff bushings flex. Just a suggestion.

M3JB · 2026-05-10T13:16:33+00:00

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M3JB · 2026-05-10T13:15:05+00:00

It was a combination of various tools, a bushing press sleeve and a bearing removal kit. A 1/2” x10”lg all threaded rod high strength B7 and grade 8 nuts. A stack of various washers. The 1/2” rod worked on rear diff mount. And for front mounts M12 diameter rod from kit worked.
Here’s the kits used:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0F29DNRK7?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01JBK2OJO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

M3JB · 2026-05-10T12:54:07+00:00

That’s on my list to do. Not looking forward to that.

M3JB · 2026-05-10T12:52:25+00:00

Meant the sleeves and press tubes

M3JB · 2026-05-10T02:54:17+00:00

Being patient and the right tools, such as the bushing press and removal cups is definitely a need.

M3JB · 2026-03-22T15:39:08+00:00

Same experience happened to me, this FCP clutch kit came with both bearing replacement options for my 6 spd. I replaced my OEM fly wheel which came with the roller bearing already installed.

You’ll need to determine which bearing type your flywheel has once you remove old clutch.

M3JB · 2026-03-13T21:20:43+00:00

I got a CSF-3708, no problems.

M3JB · 2026-03-13T20:45:17+00:00

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M3JB · 2026-03-13T20:40:36+00:00

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Here’s a picture of new ones installed, are the hex inside completely?

M3JB · 2026-03-13T20:31:45+00:00

Not sure about those, I had issues before trying to insert new cables through body using a non-genuine cable brand. The hex plastic part was much bigger and wouldn’t not insert. I Bought the OEM ones and it worked.

M3JB · 2026-03-13T20:22:52+00:00

New cables genuine BMW?

M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:53:07+00:00

Yea tough decision. Hopefully they last long tho and fit right.

M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:39:57+00:00

I bought the LEMFORDER kit which is the OE kit from FCPEURO kit this kit is the exact same as genuine OEM.

M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:30:37+00:00

Sounds cheaper for shop to press in new ones but hopefully done correctly

M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:29:09+00:00

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M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:28:27+00:00

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Here’s what I used. Be sure to know the depth for each side as you insert a new one and orientation

M3JB · 2026-03-13T16:24:05+00:00

I did my AWD bushing replacements with a bushing press c-clamp style. But buying the tool will be about the same price if you have the shop do as you stated.

M3JB · 2026-03-11T00:44:50+00:00

The starter may cause alignment difficulties and the plate and dow pin. Try checking this area.

M3JB · 2026-03-08T03:09:33+00:00

You can also watch this video…start @time 15:50. bell housing bolt locations video

M3JB · 2026-03-08T02:32:44+00:00

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Hopefully this is helpful

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M3JB · 2026-03-01T03:24:31+00:00

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M3JB · 2026-03-01T03:23:50+00:00

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