Clutch at 45,000 on MT

[Stuartlogan77]

I just had a answer phone message from the dealer saying my engine drivetrain light was to an "abused" clutch. I drive 100 miles a day with straight roads no real turns no lights. What my thoughts are it seems to me they down want to replace it on the so called ultimate service. Thoughts, experiences etc.

I'm not saying I'm a saint but I really have not abused the cast, no track etc.

Anyone know what a clutch replacement is on the m5?

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by Stuartlogan77

I just had a answer phone message from the dealer saying my engine drivetrain light was to an "abused" clutch. I drive 100 miles a day with straight roads no real turns no lights. What my thoughts are it seems to me they down want to replace it on the so called ultimate service. Thoughts, experiences etc.

I'm not saying I'm a saint but I really have not abused the cast, no track etc.

Anyone know what a clutch replacement is on the m5?

A couple thousand at least I'm sure, with labor. Maybe take it to another dealer?

I think it's kind of ridiculous to claim abuse. I mean 502lbs/ft of torque on a single clutch for 45,000 miles. That's just normal wear.

[Stuartlogan77]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

A couple thousand at least I'm sure, with labor. Maybe take it to another dealer?

I think it's kind of ridiculous to claim abuse. I mean 502lbs/ft of torque on a single clutch for 45,000 miles. That's just normal wear.

Yes it's interesting. I'm being told fault codes are 1D3201 and 1D3101 anyone know what they mean?

[Igor_M5]

Originally Posted by Stuartlogan77

Yes it's interesting. I'm being told fault codes are 1D3201 and 1D3101 anyone know what they mean?

What dealership did you go to?

Shoot me a text, I'll recommend you to someone who will take care of you. 917-588-1480

[Stuartlogan77]

Our friends at Morristown. Thanks for the offer I have a good friend at flemmington and I'll place my faith there. Funny through the dealer points me to bmw and bmw say they trust the dealer but the dealer just says the codes mean that warranty is not valid. This wouldn't fly in most businesses. BMW offered I get a second opinion.

[gblansten]

Originally Posted by Igor@ONEighty

What dealership did you go to?

Shoot me a text, I'll recommend you to someone who will take care of you.

After he texts you I would edit your post.

[AGS]

Originally Posted by Stuartlogan77

Our friends at Morristown. Thanks for the offer I have a good friend at flemmington and I'll place my faith there. Funny through the dealer points me to bmw and bmw say they trust the dealer but the dealer just says the codes mean that warranty is not valid. This wouldn't fly in most businesses. BMW offered I get a second opinion.

Not a fan of Morristown since Open Road took over. Customer service comes second to profits. Flemington is great, been using them for the last four years. I hope they can take care of your issue.

[boots]

I have dct and I drive my baby pretty hard at 70,100 miles on oem clutch. More so now that I have the proper tune. I think their making excuses

[M6-Coupe]

I had my clutch kit (DCT) replaced at 12k mile.
They told me the same thing due to "aggressive driving".
I called BMWNA and also talked to dealer's GM. I simply told them M6 is built to be driven aggressively and must be designed the way to tolerate it otherwise 328 is a perfect car
It took 2-3 months and finally they accepted to replace the clutch kit (Clutch set + Flywheel) at no cost as "Goodwill"...
Your car is under warranty and they have to replace the clutch for free.
If you want to pay, the cost of clutch + flywheel is couple thousands (without labor cost)

[AGS]

Originally Posted by Stuartlogan77

Our friends at Morristown. Thanks for the offer I have a good friend at flemmington and I'll place my faith there. Funny through the dealer points me to bmw and bmw say they trust the dealer but the dealer just says the codes mean that warranty is not valid. This wouldn't fly in most businesses. BMW offered I get a second opinion.

Any update? Just curious how things worked out at Flemington. I was there this afternoon having my break-in service done and saw a another M5 (Monte Carlo Blue) in for service.