Uneven Clutch Release When Cold

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Aug 10, 2008 | 06:27 AM

SilberGrauE60

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From: Colorado USA

My Ride: 2004 545i, 6-speed Manual, Silver Grey Metallic, Grey Dakota Leather, Cold Weather Pkg, Premium Sound Pkg, Sport Pkg, Lumbar Support

This behavior has been consistent over the 1-3/4 yrs I have owned the car. First few clutch releases of the day, i.e., everything cold, are uneven causing bucking takeoffs. It seems there is no way to control the smooth release of the clutch. I bought the car CPO, and am fairly certain is still has the stock CDV. After warming up, smooth takeoffs are the norm. As I approach the end of the original warranty, I thought I would ask if this is normal behavior or something I should bring up to the SA? I don't think I've seen this discussed before.

Aug 10, 2008 | 06:43 PM

rparik01

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From: Princeton, NJ

My Ride: 04 545i silver grey, 6spd, comfort seats, L7, sport, cold weather, rear heated seats

I have noticed the same thing, but haven't brought it up to my SA due to all the other problems.

Aug 11, 2008 | 07:53 AM

jsal

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From: Santa Barbara, CA

My Ride: 2004 545i - 6 speed manual (July 04 build), silver-grey/black, sports package std equipment (18", active roll, active steering, adaptive headlights), premium sound, bluetooth enabled, folding rear seat, lumbar, 3m hood/bumper protective film, rear tint, euro reflectors.

Mine has always been like that since new. The morning, when I go out for lunch or the end of the day. I just attribute it to a cold clutch and a cold engine and just assume it is the norm. I don't recall if the CDV helped or hurt the cold start feel. I think it is just the way it is.