Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Clutch Component Grease
Use UNIREX S2 (replaces Klueber Microlube GL 261) for the lubrication of splines on the transmission input shaft, lubricating groove of the clutch release bearing, piston rod sleeve, clutch master cylinder and front push rod of the clutch slave cylinder.
UNIREX S2 Grease BMW Part No. 83 23 9 416 138
See S.I. Bulletin 23 01 99 of 2/99.
As of 11/93 the clutch release bearings are available as a replacement part which have plastic sliding sleeves instead of aluminum. Such updated bearings should not be lubricated at all. This applies to all models with manual transmission except for 8 Series models.
See S.I. Bulletin 21 01 94 (3953) of 1/94.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.