Originally Posted by
JOHNDQ
Yes its all done though ECM's the only mechanical parts are inside the box! Im sure SMG 1 only has one clutch unit where same SMG 2 has more so its like the VAG DSG system
All SMG boxes are robotisised manual gearboxes with standard gearbox arrangement (ie one input shaft). Most are single clutch (E60 M5 is a dual plate) but they are nothing like DSG.
All control for the gearbox is controlled by ECUs (SMG, DME, DSC, CCC, KOMBI as a minimum ) which are networked together (PT_CAN).
I wouldn't say it would be impossible to stick the whole thing into an E36 but it will be hugely complicated as sooo many systems will need to be programmed and coded to ignore missing ECUs etc.
It would be much easier just to use an E46 lol
Alex