Brake fluid & cabin filter change due!

[mad chemist]

My cars coming up to 2 yrs old and the CBS info (via the i-drive) says that the brake fluid (and I also believe, the pollen filter) need to be changed.

Anyone had this done on their 135i yet? Also, any idea how much BMW change for this?

Finally, I have SSTT installed and just wondered if I should take this out before I go in. I'm not really sure whether the teckies would need to go any where near the TMAP sensor. It's just such a pig to get in and out quickly due to that bloody air-box.

Cheers,

Mad.

[esscolab]

Mad, I had the brake fluid replaced when mine had the crash which was covered by the insurance. I doubt they would spot the SSTT as if my memory serves me right is situated underneath the air intake, or thereabouts. Mine is reporting it's over 900 miles past it's service but since it was practically rebuilt in September I think it's kind of irrelevant. Still, would be good to clear the service message I always get when I start it.

You should be ok to leave it there, but if in doubt - take it out....

[Lucky1]

BMW Canada did my brake fluid change for free under the maintenance program. Do they have a similar program in the UK?

[mad chemist]

Originally Posted by esscolab

Mad, I had the brake fluid replaced when mine had the crash which was covered by the insurance. I doubt they would spot the SSTT as if my memory serves me right is situated underneath the air intake, or thereabouts. Mine is reporting it's over 900 miles past it's service but since it was practically rebuilt in September I think it's kind of irrelevant. Still, would be good to clear the service message I always get when I start it.

You should be ok to leave it there, but if in doubt - take it out....

Thanks esscolab,

Hope your care is all sorted now?

I was just a little concerned that BMW may wish to bleed the system via the clutch bleed valve (lowest point on the car, if memory serves) and they may look up and see the SSTT from there??

I think I'l remove it in a month or so, when I take her in - but I'm not looking forward to it.

Cheers,

Mad.

[mad chemist]

Originally Posted by Lucky1

BMW Canada did my brake fluid change for free under the maintenance program. Do they have a similar program in the UK?

Hi Lucky1,

In the UK the typical lease purchase (leading to private ownership) does not cover this unless you buy a specific maintenance package, at additional cost. I believe the "business" lease rates do cover such things, though.

Mad.

[esscolab]

Originally Posted by mad chemist

Thanks esscolab,

Hope your care is all sorted now?

I was just a little concerned that BMW may wish to bleed the system via the clutch bleed valve (lowest point on the car, if memory serves) and they may look up and see the SSTT from there??

I think I'l remove it in a month or so, when I take her in - but I'm not looking forward to it.

Cheers,

Mad.

When mine was fitted, the guy wrapped it in black matt tape so it didn't stick out. If you don't want to remove it, might be your next best choice.

[mad chemist]

Good advise,

I actually did this last time I took it out for the 17,000 first main service.

Cheers,

Mad.