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Question: Transmission seems to engage late

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Mr Minh, Minneapolis, MN, February 09, 2010, 16:21
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I have recently purchased a BMW 330Ci and after a day or two of driving have noticed that the autmatic transmission seems to kick in late... maybe only at about 1500RPM does any significant power go to the wheels. If the car is on an incline then the car won't move even before about 1200rpm. I though that maybe BMWs like to rev the enging a bit before engaging but the fuel economy seems to be poor so I'm starting to think that something may be worn in the transmission. I can drive the car around with no other problems.

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    Oakman February 11, 2010, 14:00
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    It sounds like your 2001 BMW 330Ci may be slipping into first gear. If you can, check the fluid level in the transmission.

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    Visitor, August 27, 2010, 23:34

    My roommate had the very same problem. I don't remember what they said it was exactly, but it was covered under (extended) warranty.

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