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Originally Posted by Efthreeoh
I don't think it is in the book. The symbol is a 30,000 mile inspection. You can do it yourself.
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I'm actually nearing 60K miles. Ok I downloaded the service warranty booklet
off here:
http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...antyBooks.aspx
There is a maintenance summary page on page 8 (PDF 14), and it goes though a vehicle check:
Vehicle Check
Maintenance work:
- Check operation of horn, headlight flasher and hazard warning flashers.
- Check instrument and control lighting and heater/air-conditioning blower.
- Check lighting system: turn signals, back-up, license plate, interior (incl. map, reading lights), glovebox, flashlight, luggage area lights.
- Safety belts: Check condition and function.
- Check windshield wiper and washer jet positions.
- Body: Check for corrosion (except cavities).
- Tires: Check tread depth, wear pattern, outer condition, inflation pressure. If necessary, correct pressure.
- Reset Tire Pressure Monitor.
- Battery: Check state of charge (magic eye) and charge if required.
- Power steering reservoir: Check fluid level.
- Visually inspect all SRS airbag units for torn covers, obvious damage or attachment of stickers.
- Convertible: Open the convertible top. Activate automatic rollover protection system via OBD diagnostic link.
- Rear-view mirrors.
- Coolant: Check fluid level and concentration.
- Windshield washer and intensive cleaning system: Check protection level, fluid level; top if necessary.
- Brake system connections and lines: Check for leaks, damage and correct positioning.
- Underbody, incl. all visible parts (i.e.,transmission, rear axle, fuel lines, exhaust system): Check for damage, leaks and corrosion.
- Steering components: Check for clearance, leaks, damage and wear.
- Final Inspection: Road test with check of:
– Brakes, including burnishing of parking brake pads
– Steering
– Shock absorbers (visual)
– Transmission
Unfortunately I'm not sure if I could make good judgement on what is good and what is bad if I were to do this maintenance myself, so do you guys think it's best for me to take this into a real mechanic to help me with it? I think I'll attempt the check up myself first, then if I'm unable to determine what needs to be replaced or fixed then I'll ask a mechanic for advice.