Tranny shake??

[blaster30]

Today I noticed that when I take off from a dead stop as I pass 2000 rpm there is a significant shake coming from the rear. It feels like the right rear at that. Anyone have any ideas what would cause this? It is more pronounced the more throttle I give it.

It is a 1999 528i (e39) with 150,000 miles. Thanks...


I guess it could be the rear diff too..

[E39ofmine]

I have the same issue...i get to 2k while accelerating and i get a heavy vibration

[BKphoto]

there is a bracket that can crack, need to inspect it close...

[willamD]

I think I have this as well, except in 1st and second, but hard for passengers to notice..

[blaster30]

I think that it is the diff. now.. Just because if I am in second I get the same feeling when I pass 15 to 20 mph. I will have the mechanic check for the cracked bracket as well.

Would a diff, oil change help at all?

[blaster30]

Thanks for the tip, but what is the "MAF" and "ICV"?

[blaster30]

It looks like the issue is with the center support bearing or carrier bearing. Does that sound correct?

[mattmartindrift]

Does that sound correct?


yes