2003 BMW Z4 BMW Z4 2003

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2003 BMW Z4 repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (6%)

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2003 BMW Z4 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (33%)

$1000 - $2499 (33%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

73000 mi

US $650
shifter shaft seal - replaced 

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2003 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

50000 mi Code P0741. The ZF 5HP19 transmission is known to have an issue with the shaft seal on the torque converter clutch. Not yet repaired as the SES light turned off after 6 consecutive start/stop cycles. 

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2003 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD

136800 mi

US $3798
transmission rebuilt,rear oil seal on engine replaced 

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2003 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD

177700 mi

US $2500
complete transmission rebuild due to a small tranny leak that was left unattended (since 11/2012) 
229000 mi

US $1490
removed and replaced differential bearings 
99000 mi

US $1000
Transmission shaft and linkage seal replaced due to a leak 

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2003 BMW Z4 Transmission Problems

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