50,000km Service

BMW86 · 01-09-2011, 07:36 PM

Hi everyone, I'm approaching the 50k mark shortly. I must say the car is running just as good as the day I brought it home.

I have taken care of oil and filter regularly, spark plugs, front and rear brake pads, brake fluid, microfilter, air filter.

Is there anything else you recommend I should have done or changed by this point? I plan to keep the car well after the warranty period.

BMW86 · 01-09-2011, 10:17 PM

Anyone?

Lester · 01-09-2011, 11:43 PM

The 50,000 mile service/ 80,000 Km is a major one. I believe they replace a bunch of belts and hoses. I know when I bought mine the Service Advisor mentioned that if I got the 80,000 km service done within 4 years it would be covered under warranty otherwise it would come out of my pocket and it was an expensive one. I'd like to find out too, since there is no way I'll get that many km in by the end of the four years.

Taymaishu · 01-09-2011, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Lester

The 50,000 mile service/ 80,000 Km is a major one. I believe they replace a bunch of belts and hoses. I know when I bought mine the Service Advisor mentioned that if I got the 80,000 km service done within 4 years it would be covered under warranty otherwise it would come out of my pocket and it was an expensive one. I'd like to find out too, since there is no way I'll get that many km in by the end of the four years.

Interesting. I'm up on 46000km now and about to get a brake service.

My oil was replaced @ 38000km (about 6 months ago) after my transmission was replaced. Deciding whether or not to do oil at the same time..

How is the 80,000km service under warranty?

MickyD · 01-10-2011, 12:12 AM

might be referring to the free servicing under EPP.

BMW86 · 01-10-2011, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Lester

The 50,000 mile service/ 80,000 Km is a major one. I believe they replace a bunch of belts and hoses. I know when I bought mine the Service Advisor mentioned that if I got the 80,000 km service done within 4 years it would be covered under warranty otherwise it would come out of my pocket and it was an expensive one. I'd like to find out too, since there is no way I'll get that many km in by the end of the four years.

Unfortunately in Australia nothing is free and servicing costs an arm and a leg. I'm actually not due for any service but my car is going in for new rear brake pads and I'll also upgrade to Performance Rotors in the rear and I've just hit 50,000km. I'm still 30,000km shy of the major service you speak of. I'm not completely sold on BMW's scheduled maintenance programme, especially in regards to their oil change intervals which I have kept on top of.

Is it worthwhile to have the Power Steering Fluid changed and Transmission fluid? I'm not sure what else I need to do. I want to keep the car in the best condition possible but would not like to spend money unnecessarily either.

Orlin · 01-10-2011, 01:55 AM

mine is overdue for 50k service, the thing keeps beeping at me but I have been away on holidays. Can I supply the spark plugs to the dealership and request they change them at the same time? how much does a 50k service usually cost? I suppose it all comes down the the work that needs to be done?

MrBlonde · 01-10-2011, 03:41 AM

Vinney I'd keep doing what you've been doing. Regular oil and filter changes, otherwise stick to BMWs recommendation.

BMW86 · 01-12-2011, 05:44 PM

Thanks Kenny, will do. Regular oil/filter changes are a must on turbo cars. I'm not sure what to do about power steering fluid and transmission fluid. I think I will put these off until at least 60k or 80k for now. Car is still running strong

m 135 · 01-12-2011, 06:45 PM

I have been doing my own oil/filter service every 5000k in between the dealership service.
Thought it might be a good idea with a turbo car,just to make sure.
Once you get all the gear like filter spanner/ jack/ramps(my car is quite low to get jack under) its quite easy to do and can be a relaxing pastime

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I use castrol edge 5-30,its not the bmw long-life stuff but i dont think you need it if you do oil changes often.

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Lester Brigadier General 295 Rep 3,350 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	The 50,000 mile service/ 80,000 Km is a major one. I believe they replace a bunch of belts and hoses. I know when I bought mine the Service Advisor mentioned that if I got the 80,000 km service done within 4 years it would be covered under warranty otherwise it would come out of my pocket and it was an expensive one. I'd like to find out too, since there is no way I'll get that many km in by the end of the four years.
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Orlin Major 44 Rep 1,359 Posts Drives: F30 335i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (1)	mine is overdue for 50k service, the thing keeps beeping at me but I have been away on holidays. Can I supply the spark plugs to the dealership and request they change them at the same time? how much does a 50k service usually cost? I suppose it all comes down the the work that needs to be done?
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MrBlonde Colonel 122 Rep 2,695 Posts Drives: Audi TTRS, M Coupe, 1299 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Merewether iTrader: (0)	Vinney I'd keep doing what you've been doing. Regular oil and filter changes, otherwise stick to BMWs recommendation. __________________ .-=[ Kenny ]=-. 1999 BMW M Coupe 10.775 @ 134.35 mph w/1.600 60' (Best 136.07 mph) 25th August 2004. +2010 X5 35D+ Check out the 1Addicts Drag Racing Standings and Drag Racing 101.
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BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Thanks Kenny, will do. Regular oil/filter changes are a must on turbo cars. I'm not sure what to do about power steering fluid and transmission fluid. I think I will put these off until at least 60k or 80k for now. Car is still running strong
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m 135 Second Lieutenant 25 Rep 289 Posts Drives: Gtr,135i,M235i,XR6 turbo Join Date: May 2009 Location: Perth,Australia. iTrader: (1)	I have been doing my own oil/filter service every 5000k in between the dealership service. Thought it might be a good idea with a turbo car,just to make sure. Once you get all the gear like filter spanner/ jack/ramps(my car is quite low to get jack under) its quite easy to do and can be a relaxing pastime. I use castrol edge 5-30,its not the bmw long-life stuff but i dont think you need it if you do oil changes often.
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