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BMW Service Schedule

 

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The BMW Maintenance System has been devised with the following objectives: maximize vehicle safety, reliability, and minimize breakdowns resulting from wear, at minimum cost. The Service Interval Light system will indicate when you are due for service based on your driving habits.

Service Interval Light System

The Service Indicator consists of five green, one yellow, and one red light and the inscriptions: "Oil service" and "Inspection" located on your instrument panel.
 

Whenever the ignition is switched on, up to five green lights will light up, then depending on vehicle use and driving style the green lights will systematically turn off one by one. As you approach the last green light, this is an indication that the next service is almost due and helps you to make any necessary arrangements on a timely basis.

When the last green light turns off, a yellow light appears with one of the inscriptions (Oil Service or Inspection). This indicates that your next maintenance service is due immediately.

If you continue to delay maintenance service, the yellow light and red light appear together with one of the inscriptions (oil service or inspection). In the interest of road safety and reliability you should avoid driving your BMW and have the essential work performed without any further delay.

 

Your Inspection & Maintenance Plan:

Model Year 91 and Older Model Year
 92 - 98
including 99 E36		 Model Year 99 & newer 
except 99 E36

Description of Service Intervals
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
7,500 10,000 15,000  Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
15,000 20,000 30,000 Inspection I
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
22,500 30,000 45,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
30,000 40,000 60,000 Inspection II
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
37,500 50,000 75,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
45,000 60,000  90,000  Inspection I
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
52,500 70,000  105,000  Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
60,000 80,000 120,000 Inspection II
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
67,500 90,000 135,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
75,000 100,000 150,000 Inspection I
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
82,500 110,000  165,000  Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
90,000 120,000  180,000  Inspection II
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
97,500  130,000 195,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
105,000 140,000 210,000 Inspection I
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
112,500 150,000 225,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
120,000 160,000 240,000 Inspection II
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
127,500 170,000 255,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
135,000 180,000 270,000 Inspection I
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
142,500 190,000 285,000 Oil Service
Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Recommended between Service Intervals Intermediate oil change
150,000 200,000 300,000 Inspection II

 

BMW Inspection I          Return to top of page

Undercarriage
  1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is at normal operation temperature.
  2. Check transmission for leaks.
  3. Check rear axle for leaks.
  4. Visually check fuel tank, lines, and connections for leaks.
  5. Check condition, position, and mounting of exhaust system. Examine for leaks.
  6. Check power steering system for leaks.
  7. Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads.
  8. Examine brake disc surfaces.
  9. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.
  10. Grease wheel center hubs.
  11. Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage, and joint disc.
  12. Check front control arm bushing for wear.
  13. Check brake and clutch system connectors and lines for leaks, damage, and incorrect positioning.
  14. Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking brake if necessary.
  15. Check all tire pressures (including spare). Correct if necessary.
  16. Check condition of tires (outer surfaces (left/right)), tread wear and pattern; In case of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if required.

 
Engine Compartment
  1. Read out diagnostic system
  2. Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks.
  3. Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level; add coolant if necessary.
  4. Check level of brake and clutch fluid in reservoir; add fluid if required.
  5. Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Fill up and/or correct if necessary.
  6. Check air conditioner for operation.
  7. Reset Service Indicator.

 
Body/Electrical Equipment
  1. Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.
  2. Perform batter load test.
  3. Check lighting system, i.e. headlights, foglights, parking, backup, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment lights.
  4. Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination.
  5. Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
  6. Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer/flasher switch.
  7. Check wiper and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.
  8. Check condition and function of safety belts.
  9. Oil hood, trunk/tailgate, and door hinges.
  10. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches.
  11. Check central locking/double lock.
  12. Replace microfilter or Acc. Cabin Filter.
  13. Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.
  14. Check rear view mirrors
  15. Visually examine the SRS airbag units for torn cover, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations, or accessories.

 
Final Inspection
  1. Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission

 

Inspection II         Return to top of page

Undercarriage
  1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is at normal operation temperature.
  2. Check transmission for leaks.
  3. Check rear axle for leaks.
  4. Visually check fuel tank, lines, and connections for leaks.
  5. Check condition, position, and mounting of exhaust system. Examine for leaks.
  6. Check power steering system for leaks.
  7. Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads.
  8. Examine brake disc surfaces.
  9. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.
  10. Grease wheel center hubs.
  11. Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage, and joint disc.
  12. Check front control arm bushing for wear.
  13. Check brake and clutch system connectors and lines for leaks, damage, and incorrect positioning.
  14. Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking brake if necessary.
  15. Check all tire pressures (including spare). Correct if necessary.
  16. Check condition of tires (outer surfaces (left/right)), tread wear and pattern; In case of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if required.
  17. Check thickness of parking brake linings.
  18. Half-shafts; check for leaks at flexible boots.
  19. Inspect entire body according to terms of rust prevention limited warranty.

Engine Compartment
  1. Read out diagnostic system
  2. Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks.
  3. Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level; add coolant if necessary.
  4. Check level of brake and clutch fluid in reservoir; add fluid if required.
  5. Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Fill up and/or correct if necessary.
  6. Check air conditioner for operation.
  7. Reset Service Indicator.
  8. Replace spark plugs.
  9. Replace intake air cleaner element.

 
Body/Electrical Equipment
  1. Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.
  2. Perform batter load test.
  3. Check lighting system, i.e. headlights, foglights, parking, backup, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment lights.
  4. Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination.
  5. Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
  6. Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer/flasher switch.
  7. Check wiper and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.
  8. Check condition and function of safety belts.
  9. Oil hood, trunk/tailgate, and door hinges.
  10. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches.
  11. Check central locking/double lock.
  12. Replace microfilter or Acc Cabin Filter.
  13. Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.
  14. Check rear view mirrors
  15. Visually examine the SRS airbag units for torn cover, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations, or accessories.

 
Final Inspection
  1. Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission

Oil Change Service

    1. Drain and refill your vehicle's crankcase with BMW approved oil. Install a new genuine BMW oil filter

      2. Check all other Fluid levels, and top off as necessary.

      3. Check and adjust tire pressure. 

      4. Fill windshield washer fluid.

    5. Reset oil light

 

 

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