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Genuine BMW M3 Shift Cable

Transmission Shift Cable
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  • Diagram for BMW M3 Shift Cable - 32311161868
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    BMW M3 Interlock Cable

    Part Number: 32311161868
    $30.89 MSRP: $36.23
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    Product Specifications
    • Replaces: 32-32-1-161-061
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 1995-1999 BMW M3 | Convertible(E36), Coupe(E36), Sedan(E36)
  • Diagram for BMW M3 Shift Cable - 32311162871
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    Product Specifications
    • Other Name: Interlock Cable; Lock Cable
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 1999 BMW M3 | Convertible(E36)

BMW M3 Shift Cable

BMW M3 Shift Cable is the important link that allows drivers to move the gear lever and have the transmission respond instantly to provide crisp gear changes for the high performance nature of the car. Early generations were equipped with rods and levers outside the body. Later versions were converted to a flexible cable that runs smoothly from the console to the gearbox, saving space and protecting the mechanism from debris. The Shift Cable converts the fore and aft or side movements of the shifter into pushes and pulls that move shift forks on gates inside the transmission that lock selected gears on demand. Because the Shift Cable is based on steel strands encased within a protective sleeve, stretching or fraying can result in a loose feel, missed gears, or difficulty engaging reverse, which is a signal to replace. Compared with the older rod style, the Shift Cable isolates vibration, reduces noise in the cabin, and eliminates the metal to metal wear that applied to elongate the linkage holes. In spirited driving, BMW owners of the M3 find the Shift Cable provides the firm, positive feel that was possible only with direct lever setups. Across successive BMW M3 editions, the fine-tuned Shift Cable is essential in maintaining the precise and sporty shift feel drivers have come to expect.

If you are looking for OEM BMW M3 Shift Cable, we highly recommend to shop with us. Not only do we offer budget friendly prices, but we also provide fast delivery. In addition, we have a hassle-free return policy on all genuine BMW M3 Shift Cable that come backed by the manufacturer's warranty.

BMW M3 Shift Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

  • Q: How to remove and install a shift cable on the BMW M3?
    A:
    Remove the center console first. Then, disconnect the cable from the shifter and the bracket. Following this, disconnect the cable from the transmission arm and bracket. After these steps, pull the cable out from inside the vehicle. Finally, install the cable and adjust.

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