BMW Service Intervals

All mileages are approximate. Not ALL operations apply to ALL vehicles. Please see your service advisor for details.

Model Year 91 & Older

  • 7.500 Miles
  • 15,000 Miles
  • 22,500 Miles
  • 30,000 Miles
  • 37,500 Miles
  • 45,000 Miles
  • 52,500 Miles
  • 60,000 Miles
  • 67,500 Miles
  • 75,000 Miles
  • 82,500 Miles
  • 90,000 Miles
  • 97,500 Miles
  • 105,000 Miles
  • 112,500 Miles
  • 120,000 Miles
  • 127,500 Miles
  • 135,000 Miles
  • 142,500 Miles
  • 150,000 Miles

Model Year 92-99, 99 E36

  • 10,000 Miles
  • 20,000 Miles
  • 30,000 Miles
  • 40,000 Miles
  • 50,000 Miles
  • 60,000 Miles
  • 70,000 Miles
  • 80,000 Miles
  • 90,000 Miles
  • 100,000 Miles
  • 110,000 Miles
  • 120,000 Miles
  • 130,000 Miles
  • 140,000 Miles
  • 150,000 Miles
  • 160,000 Miles
  • 170,000 Miles
  • 180,000 Miles
  • 190,000 Miles
  • 200,000 Miles

Model Year 99 & Newer

  • 15,000 Miles
  • 30,000 Miles
  • 45,000 Miles
  • 60,000 Miles
  • 75,000 Miles
  • 90,000 Miles
  • 105,000 Miles
  • 120,000 Miles
  • 135,000 Miles
  • 150,000 Miles
  • 165,000 Miles
  • 180,000 Miles
  • 195,000 Miles
  • 210,000 Miles
  • 225,000 Miles
  • 240,000 Miles
  • 255,000 Miles
  • 270,000 Miles
  • 285,000 Miles
  • 300,000 Miles

Service Interval

  • Oil Service
  • Inspection I
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection II
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection I
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection II
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection I
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection II
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection I
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection II
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection I
  • Oil Service
  • Inspection II

Inspection I

Undercarriage

  • Change engine oil and filter while engine is at normal operation 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
  • Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads
  • Examine brake disc surfaces
  • Clean brake pad contact points in calipers
  • Grease wheel center hubs
  • Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage, and joint disc
  • Check front control arm bushing for wear
  • Check brake and clutch system connectors and lines for leaks, damage, and incorrect positioning
  • Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking brake if necessary
  • Check all tire 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 required. If alignment is needed additional charges will apply

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
  • Check level of brake and clutch fluid in reservoir; add fluid if required
  • 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
  • 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
  • Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination
  • Check all warning/indicator lights, check control
  • Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer/flasher switch
  • Check wiper and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions
  • Check condition and function of safety belts
  • Oil hood, trunk/tailgate, and door hinges
  • Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches
  • Check central locking/double lock
  • Replace microfilter or Acc. Cabin Filter
  • 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

Final Inspection

  • Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission

Inspection II

Undercarriage

  • Check thickness of parking brake linings
  • Half-shafts; check for leaks at flexible boots
  • Inspect entire body according to terms of rust prevention limited warranty

Engine Compartment

  • Replace spark plugs
  • Replace intake air cleaner element