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2000 BMW 528IT E39

2.8L I6 M52 TouringRWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor595Torque2406Fluid7DTC683Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P0734high severityPowertrain

Gear 4 Incorrect Ratio

on 2000 BMW 528iT E39 2.8L I6 M52 Touring · RWD

What this code means

Incorrect gear ratio detected in 4th gear.

Symptoms

  • Slipping in 4th
  • No overdrive feel

Common causes

  • 4th gear components worn
  • Solenoid issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor gear ratio
  2. Test solenoids

Repair notes

Service transmission.

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