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04-14-2009, 05:41 PM | #1 |
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Oil change once a year
Hi to everyone.
In the forum was posted a docuemnt from BMW that stated that dealers will also change the oil once a year independently of the milage. I canīt find it!! Can somebody re-posted? Thank You |
04-15-2009, 01:38 PM | #2 |
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From page 6 of the Warranty and Service Book (available at BMWUSA.com)
Quote: Oil Service: Engine oil should be changed with the engine at operating temperature. Note: Change oil at least once a year. All 2008 model year M3 vehicles are factoryfilled with Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Engine Oil (BMW part number 07 51 0 009 420). This is the only approved engine oil at the time of printing of this book. BMW recommends that you check your engine oil level whenever you add fuel to your vehicle. If you need to add oil between oil changes and are unable to obtain Castrol TWS Motorsport 10W-60 Synthetic, BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or Mobil 1, use a synthetic oil with an API rating of SH or higher. The following maintenance elements must be performed at the mileage/time stated (time intervals begin from the vehicles production date): Brake Fluid Service: Change brake fluid every two years, or when specified by CBS. Oxygen Sensor Service: The oxygen sensor deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and must therefore be replaced every 120,000 miles to maximize vehicle fuel economy and minimize exhaust pollution. Spark Plug Service (not shown in CBS): Replace at 37,000 miles. The engine coolant has a lifetime rating and does not need to be changed except for system repairs. For your convenience, you may also wish to have your BMW center perform any necessary operations to fulfill any state inspection requirements in your area concurrent with the maintenance elements specified above during other repairs. Should you request more frequent maintenance service, the cost of these services will not be covered by the Maintenance Program. Unquote |
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04-15-2009, 09:37 PM | #3 |
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Thank you FF1600.
I found the original info:http://www.x5world.com/articles/x5/g...hange-tsb.html In almost a year, I have 7000 miles, so I woill be changing oil every 8000 miles which is enough. No need for extra oil changes. |
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04-20-2009, 09:26 AM | #4 |
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I spoke to my BMW Service Department today, and they confirmed that the M3 oil should be changed at least once a year. It is included in the service plan, and it's called a "low mileage service".
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04-20-2009, 01:18 PM | #5 |
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Interesting that the coolant is now a lifetime fluid.
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