BMW
Service Maintenance Checklist
BMW Engine Oil Service Required
Change oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating
temperature.
Change oil in rear axle while at normal operating temperature (only at
1st engine oil service).
Reset Service Indicator
Note: Do not reset Service indicator when additional oil changes
(between the normal intervals) are requested by the customer.)
BMW Oxygen Sensor Replacement Required at intervals of 100,000 miles
BMW Inspection I
Undercarriage
Change engine oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating
temperature.
Check transmission for leaks.
Check rear axle for leaks.
Visually check fuel tank, lines and connections for leaks
Check condition, position and mounting of exhaust system. Examine for
leaks.
Check power steering system for leaks
Remove and install front and reat disc brake pads, check overall
thickness. Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad contact
pointsin calipers. Grease wheel centering hubs.
Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track
rods,front axle joints, steering linkage and joint disc.
Check brake and clutch system connections and lines for leaks, damage
and incorrect positioning.
Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking
brake if necessary.
Check all tie pressures (including spare). Correct if necessary. Check
condition of tires (outer surfaces [left/right]), tread wear and
pattern; incase of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if
requested (to beinvoiced separately).
Note: If requested, rotate all four road wheels as instructed and
rebalance (invoice separately).
Engine Compartment
Read out diagnostic system.
Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks. Check
coolant level and antifreeze protection level; add coolant if necessary.
Note: Coolant must be replaced every 2 years (time interval begins
fromvehicle's production date).
Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Fill
upand/or correct if necessary.
Check air conditioner for operation.
Reset Service Indicator.
Body/Electrical Equipment
Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.
Perform battery load test.
Checking lighting system, I.e., headlights, foglights, parking,
back-up, license plate, interior (including map reading lights, glove
box, flash-light, illuminated make-up mirrors, luggage compartment/area
lights.
Check insturment panel and dashboard illumination.
Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns,
head-light dimmer and flasher switch.
Check wipers and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.
Check rear window washerlevel and antifreeze protection. Fill up and/or
correct.
Check condition and function of safety belts.
Oil hood, trunk/tailgate and door hinges. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate
and door latches. Check operations of all latches.
Check central locking/double lock.
Replace microfilter.
Note: Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions.
Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.
Check rear view mirrors.
Visually examine the SRS airbag units for torn cover, obvious damage or
attachment of decals, decorations or accessories.
Activate automatic roll-over protection system if equipped) via
diagnostic link.
Note: First remove hardtop/lower top.
Final Inspection
Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual
transmission or automatic transmission.
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