SMG Gearbox Specialists and Repairs
Standing for Sequential Manual Gearbox, an SMG can be thought of as a a transmission which is equally capable of functioning as an automatic or manual transmission. The benefit of this is that the driver is not required to operate a clutch pedal when functioning as an automatic.
What is an SMG Gearbox?
An SMG gearbox is a manual transmission as well as an automatic transmission operated by either a traditional stick or a set of paddle shifters. These are attached to the steering wheel or steering column. It is basically a transmission that functions in an automatic mode or as a traditional manual and allows you to shifts gear easily in any scenario.
The manual mode will provide greater engine performance and will also remove the human element which brings with it the potential for error. The long term benefit of this is that it ensures a longer life to the transmission and all its related components.
Which Classic Vehicles Makes and Models Can Be Repaired?
On the E36 M3 (1997) and later on, on the E46 M3, the BMW offered a system that was called “sequential manual gearbox” (SMG). BMW’s SMG for the first generation is partially an Magneti Marelli system similar to the one used in the Ferrari and Alfa.
There are various functions in different modes with six upshift / downshift control settings for manual operation and five automatic mode settings.
SMG is a type of semi automatic transmission which is exclusive to the BMW car make. The BMW SMG transmission has both automatic and manual shift modes. Different models of BMW will come with subtle but important differences in how the SMG is designed and operated. Therefore, there are different methods used to repair different models of BMW.
The highly trained team of SMG repair specialists at Automatic Man LTD are experienced in repairing all different BMW models. To find out how an SMG gearbox repair could work in your exact vehicle then simply call with one of our friendly and expert team for more information at 0800 6891063.
There is no need to panic if you don’t see your specific car make or model, as it is more than likely that our specialists will still be able to help.
Get Expert Help Today
Automatic Man LTD offer a wide range of services, including free SMG gearbox diagnostics, helping you to understand how to get the most out of your vehicle for no initial fee. Simply get in contact with one of our friendly and expert team for any further enquiries.
Located in Acton, West London, we service, repair and recondition automatic gearboxes, automatic transmissions and semi-automatic gearboxes for customers throughout London, including Hammersmith, Ealing and Acton.
Our gearbox services include electronic fault finding and ECU testing and re-configuring. Automatic transmissions are highly specialised and we are happy to negotiate with mechanical insurance warranty companies on behalf of our customers.
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Automatic Man is located at 64 Davis Road, Acton, West London W3 7SG
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