Leaking transmission issue

[AustinGRSupra]

Had my car towed tonight. It made an incredibly loud metal screeching/grating sound. Out of the blue.

What tipped you guys off who have had the transmission leak issue? Was it the sound?

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[860_ZUPR4]

Stone behind your brake heat shield? I've seen people saying that's been an issue on this car.

 

[XPOTTEDPLANTX]

keep us updated. would like to know the cause . i havent heard anything like that and i guess ill have to check for leaks soon too. how common is this?

 

[AustinGRSupra]

The service department is diagnosing right now: I’ll keep you updated.

 

[KyuMatt]

I had a rock stuck behind my Brakes and shield once, apparently its a common issue in BMW's M cars. I ended up using the factory supplied screwdriver in your trunk, and tapping at the shield.

 

[AustinGRSupra]

I had a rock stuck behind my Brakes and shield once, apparently its a common issue in BMW's M cars. I ended up using the factory supplied screwdriver in your trunk, and tapping at the shield.

How awesome are you guys.

It was indeed a rock stuck in the brake heat shield. I was able, thanks to you guys, to suggest that to the service agent.

 

[s219]

Very common problem on sports cars with big rotors. Not something to freak out about or call a tow. Happens to me 1-2 times a year at least, on a variety of cars.

 

[AustinGRSupra]

Very common problem on sports cars with big rotors. Not something to freak out about or call a tow. Happens to me 1-2 times a year at least, on a variety of cars.

Right. My rock—less than one centimeter in size—was wedged in such that I had no real choice other than to have it towed in (that way, no more damage).

 

[s219]

Right. My rock—less than one centimeter in size—was wedged in such that I had no real choice other than to have it towed in (that way, no more damage).

Nah, it won't really cause damage and is not something to call a tow for. I have had this happen dozens of times over the years and they always work themselves out. This is a very common thing and you should be prepared for it to happen again.

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