BMW Service Maintenance Checklist
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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 points
in 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; in
case of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if requested (to be
invoiced separately).
Note:  If requested, rotate all four road wheels as instructed and
rebalance (invoice separatley).
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 from
vehicle's production date).
Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection.  Fill up
and/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.
Body/Electrical Equipment (continued)
Checking lighting system, I.e., headlights, foglights, parking, back-up,
license plate, interior (including map reading lights0, 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 9if 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.
BMW Inspection II
Includes all items listed under Inspection I and the following checks
and maintenance operations:
Engine Compartment
Replace spark plugs.
Replace intake air cleaner element.
Note:  Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions.
Check conditon of all drive belts.
Undercarriage
Change ATF in automatic transmission while at normal operating
temperature.
Change oill in manual transmission while at normal operating
temperature.
Change oil in rear axle while at normal operating temperature.
Check thickness of parking brake linings.
Half-shafts:  Check fo rleaks at flexible boots.
Replace fuel filters.  Recommended in California, required in all other
states.
Note:  Reduce replacement interval if fuel contamination is encountered
or prevalent.
Inspect entire body according to terms o frust perforation limited
warranty (must be performed at least every two years).
At Every Second Inspection II:
Change oil in manual transmission while at normal operating
temperature.
Check clutch disc for wear.