M-DCT Lag issue. Owners please post your car info here

[Radiation Joe]

Originally Posted by rajahfl

M3-DCT owners with "lag" issues are a bunch of whiny prissies. Wah wah wah, "its dangerous ... its a hazard," boo hoo hoo, I feel so sorry for you that you're driving the car that (still) allows BMW to have the slogan "ultimate driving machine."

You know what I say? "Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ... EXCELLENT WORK, I LOVE MY 09 M3 COUPE!"

I know this is a soon-to-be-retired post, but I have good reason for this post. Early this morning, I took my 09 M3 Coupe in for its first real servicing at approximately 14000 miles. Its going in for an oil change, check of the rear differential fluid, and, what has now become (in)famous, a DCT software update.

The BMW dealer gave me a loaner, an 09 335i convertible 6-AT. I'm just gonna say it, I'll take my 09 M3 with DCT-lag over any car, any day, forever. Even with the lag, I have gotten so used to the power of my M3, its lightning quick shifts, speed-sensitive steering, exhaust note, hood bulge, and other jet-like features that driving the 335i was like driving Fred Flintstone's car.

So far all you complainers about DCT-lag, you want a cure? Go drive any other car, then ask yourself if a little DCT-lag is THAT difficult to live with. I've gotten used to it. And now after having driven this 335i, the DCT-lag matters so little that I would say my M3 is a near-perfect car.

I will say, I'm hopeful that my DCT-lag issue goes away with this latest software update. However, if after a few weeks, DCT-lag rears its ugly head again, I don't care. Women have all sorts of issues and we still keep them around. If my M3's only issue is DCT-lag, then I'll keep my M3 around too.

This is how I feel everytime I get out of M3 coupe everyday ...

How long do we have to read posts by clueless dolts that don't possess the ability to comprehend simple written words? Glad you like your car. Have fun with your "hood bulge, and other jet-like features".

[poopdeckpappy]

How's this Joe?
The guy just likes his car.
It's a long post.
You could've quit reading.
You seem mad.
2000+ post maybe too many.

[Ali///M]

Blk/blk E92- Ap362754

[Ali///M]

How do they plan on fixing this issue?

[llis]

Originally Posted by Radiation Joe

Your car is normal and does not require an update.

Since it was built in July, you have the major updates already present.

Nope. But don't let that concern you.

[Mimmer]

i know they have fixed the lag issue for newer models but do they update the ones for sale? like 208-2009 models or is that something that i would need check and be concerned with first. thanks guys!!!

[alex2008e90black]

i'm thinking of buying a used 2009 M3.... i did some checking and found the last owner was borught out of the lease by the dealership due to drivability issues.. the car has DCT transmission.. so i wonder if this is what the last owner was complaining about?

[JOHNBMWM5]

Originally Posted by alex2008e90black

i'm thinking of buying a used 2009 M3.... i did some checking and found the last owner was borught out of the lease by the dealership due to drivability issues.. the car has DCT transmission.. so i wonder if this is what the last owner was complaining about?

Test drive it yourself, then make a judgement, there are plenty around to choose from, test drive some first.

[Hussam_The-Brain]

These is a million reasons for such a delay .......

[57Strat]

I just took my 2008 E92 M3 DCT in for some work and they did the SIB 28 01 10 on my car and updated the DCT software to version 2.41.1


Job #2
PERFORM 0028010100
SIB 28 01 10 DCT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION
PROGRAMMED CODED COMPLETE VEHICLE AND CAS. SOFTWARE VER 2.41.1.
Job #2 Charges:
Labor 0.00
Parts 0.00
Sublet 0.00
G.O.G 0.00
SubTotal 0.00

[57Strat]

Originally Posted by givemeam3

i know they have fixed the lag issue for newer models but do they update the ones for sale? like 208-2009 models or is that something that i would need check and be concerned with first. thanks guys!!!

There is an SIB (SIB 28 01 10) that mandates that all M3 DCT cars build before Sept 2010 or if they have a software version prior to 2.39.0, have to get the latest software update. All you have to do is take the car to the BMW dealer and tell them you want SIB 28 01 10 done and they will update the software without any hassles.

[lux]

Originally Posted by 57Strat

There is an SIB (SIB 28 01 10) that mandates that all M3 DCT cars build before Sept 2010 or if they have a software version prior to 2.39.0, have to get the latest software update. All you have to do is take the car to the BMW dealer and tell them you want SIB 28 01 10 done and they will update the software without any hassles.

I just got my 2011 e90 m3 (April 2010 build) updated by the dealer today. The DCT shifts seem smoother, though rev matching sounds a little more muted.

[bteoh]

Hi,
I am not sure if I am the only one experiencing this but I find at very low revs (1500rpm) and going down an incline, the shifts are very jerky in 3rd or 4th gear. I also noticed when the throttle is floored upon take off, it occasionally has several violent jerks. Once I had a transmission failure light come on when it was in reverse and I heard a clunk. After that episode, the failure light disappeared and didn't see it again. Booked the car into the dealership and they apparently did a factory reset. Said it was all fixed but I have noticed it still does jerk when revs are low. The service rep said it was normal as the DCT's don't like low revs.
Is this a characteristic of the DCT or should I press for more answers from the dealer?
Hope someone has an insight to this issue. Thanks in advance
BTW mine is an E90 late 2009 model.

[shiggy]

Originally Posted by lux

I just got my 2011 e90 m3 (April 2010 build) updated by the dealer today. The DCT shifts seem smoother, though rev matching sounds a little more muted.

I found that too....

[airwave808]

Guys,

I just ordered one with DCT today. Did I make a mistake? do you think this issue has been resolved on MY '11 or still persists? Otherwise, I don't mind saving $3,900 buck and getting a 6'er. Please let me know what you think?

[gthal]

Originally Posted by airwave808

Guys,

I just ordered one with DCT today. Did I make a mistake? do you think this issue has been resolved on MY '11 or still persists? Otherwise, I don't mind saving $3,900 buck and getting a 6'er. Please let me know what you think?

All reports say this is no longer an issue...

[Race_Doc11]

I used to have the same until I got updated 9 months ago. it did go away even when I tried to reproduce it. I hope this helps....

Originally Posted by bteoh

Hi,
I am not sure if I am the only one experiencing this but I find at very low revs (1500rpm) and going down an incline, the shifts are very jerky in 3rd or 4th gear. I also noticed when the throttle is floored upon take off, it occasionally has several violent jerks. Once I had a transmission failure light come on when it was in reverse and I heard a clunk. After that episode, the failure light disappeared and didn't see it again. Booked the car into the dealership and they apparently did a factory reset. Said it was all fixed but I have noticed it still does jerk when revs are low. The service rep said it was normal as the DCT's don't like low revs.
Is this a characteristic of the DCT or should I press for more answers from the dealer?
Hope someone has an insight to this issue. Thanks in advance
BTW mine is an E90 late 2009 model.

[Gearhead999s]

Originally Posted by airwave808

Guys,

I just ordered one with DCT today. Did I make a mistake? do you think this issue has been resolved on MY '11 or still persists? Otherwise, I don't mind saving $3,900 buck and getting a 6'er. Please let me know what you think?

Mine is a Febuary 2011 Build and I have not noticed any hesitation issues and so far I am quite impressed with the M-DCT!

[04S]

Mine was a 2008 DCT with terrible lag issues. Had the software updated about 9 months ago, and the DCT seemed fine after that. Still a little clunky, but, all things considered it is a brilliant transmission and a brilliant car. Still had to get rid of it though .....

[haze gray]

OMG, stop! Drive it like it was meant to driven. Lugging it around a corner to see if it doesn't meet your expectations and posting your opinions is getting old. Drive with the shifter, quit babying it or buy a freaking MT, for God's sake. Own a 2009, never noticed a problem, but I drive the car...not let the car drive me. Not a racer but a driver.

[GT3 Tim]

Originally Posted by haze gray

OMG, stop! Drive it like it was meant to driven. Lugging it around a corner to see if it doesn't meet your expectations and posting your opinions is getting old. Drive with the shifter, quit babying it or buy a freaking MT, for God's sake. Own a 2009, never noticed a problem, but I drive the car...not let the car drive me. Not a racer but a driver.

Nice dude....

Many of us had some serious lag issues. The problem was not driving it like a grandma, it was regular around town driving. The lag was so bad, the throttle would be non-responsive for up to 2 seconds. Imagine pulling out in traffic and having the car not respond....and even stall sometimes. NOT cool.

So, please, save your lame ass comments for something you actually know something about.

I am glad you did not experience any lag with yours.....it was a total PITA and almost lemoned my car (4th attempt to fix it worked).

Tim

[JCSV]

I also have had no problems with my feb 2011 build - am really impressed with the dct overall. Never thought I would get a non-mt and now glad I did