diffs- sensor and sounds question

Post Mon Sep 12, 2005 8:54 pm

Just wondering what the sensor is on a standard diff on my 91 320i SE its not oil level as its set to high to be for that?
also, should you know by sound that your e30 has a diff? i know they shouldn't whine but does a lsd add a noticable sound to the drivetrain?
much appreciated
liam

Post Mon Sep 12, 2005 9:01 pm

Hi Liam,

Kevin here. The sensor on the back is for the rev counter. There is a simple push fit connector into the sensor. However, the wires at the end of the connector are prone to breaking when the connector is disturbed, but it's easy to fix.

Post Mon Sep 12, 2005 9:04 pm

no mate i think u'll find that the sensor is for the speedo not the rev counter

and an lsd is no different in noise will either b tyres/bearings or diff wine

Post Mon Sep 12, 2005 9:06 pm

thanks kevin - i was wondering about that sensor
what you reckon about that sound though

Post Tue Sep 13, 2005 8:26 pm

Ooops, yes the sensor is for speedo. I should have remembered this since the connector wire broke just before I sold the car and I had to go out to the guys house to fix it after he bought the car.

Don't think it would be fair for me to comment on sound, better to get impartial feedback from some of the other E30zoners.