BMW 3-Series Automatic Transmission Flexplates

A flexplate is a part of the automatic transmission in its conventional, mainstream scheme. Installed just behind the engine, where manual gearboxes feature a flywheel, the flexplate generally carries out similar functions. However, due to the smoother action of the torque converter and gearshift with no throttle lag, the flexplate is much lighter and thinner, as it doesn’t have to serve as a rotational energy accumulator. This component, though, also features a toothed rim used by the starter to crank the engine. Generally, the flexplate is not subjected to abrasive wear or any heavy loads, which is why it’s a durable component that can serve infinitely long. Theoretically.

Practically, the flexplate can get damaged by a malfunctioning starter or failing torque converter. Once it happens, a BMW owner quickly finds out that BMW’s original equipment products are rather expensive and turns his or her attention to the aftermarket, which can make more reasonable offers. In our BMW 3-Series automatic transmission flexplates & components inventory, you can get many high-quality products at competitive prices, which will work just as good as their OE equivalents.