There is a grinding sound coming from behind the gear stick and storage box in the 2017 F36, and it's exclusive to the b
Posted: Mon Mar 02, 2026 3:16 pm
Good day,
A grinding sound has been emanating from my 428i (2017 F36, 90k miles) during acceleration, pushing off, and occasionally during corners for the past several months. It sounds like the noise is coming from the storage box, which is under the gear shift. When there are people in the back seats, it becomes more apparent at lower speeds. With just two people in the front seats, it doesn't look right.
The differential seals were replaced not long ago due to a little leak. Prior to and throughout the repair work, the noise persisted.
I would be eternally thankful if anyone could identify these symptoms or provide any insight.
Much obliged.
A grinding sound has been emanating from my 428i (2017 F36, 90k miles) during acceleration, pushing off, and occasionally during corners for the past several months. It sounds like the noise is coming from the storage box, which is under the gear shift. When there are people in the back seats, it becomes more apparent at lower speeds. With just two people in the front seats, it doesn't look right.
The differential seals were replaced not long ago due to a little leak. Prior to and throughout the repair work, the noise persisted.
I would be eternally thankful if anyone could identify these symptoms or provide any insight.
Much obliged.
