How often does the BMW 5 Series require its first maintenance?
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BMW 5 Series requires its first maintenance after driving 10,000 kilometers or 12 months. The first maintenance includes: 1. Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the air filter, and checking whether the generator belt and wiper blades are damaged; 2. Checking whether the levels of various fluids are normal; 3. Checking whether the tire pressure is normal and whether the tires have uneven wear, bulges, or damage; 4. Checking whether the brake pads, brake discs, connecting rods, and ball joints are scratched; 5. Checking whether all switches and lights in the car are working properly. Taking the 2021 BMW 5 Series as an example, its body structure is a four-door, five-seater sedan, with body dimensions of length 5106mm, width 1868mm, height 1500mm, a wheelbase of 3105mm, a fuel tank capacity of 68 liters, and a curb weight of 1705kg.
I remember taking my BMW 5 Series for its first maintenance after just over a year of driving, as the manufacturer recommends whichever comes first: 1 year or 10,000 kilometers. The dashboard displayed a maintenance reminder when it had just reached 9,800 km. The 4S technician said metal debris generated during the break-in period should be cleaned early. They not only changed the engine oil and filter but also performed complimentary checks on chassis bolts, brake pad thickness, and wheel alignment – the whole process took about two hours. They recommended scheduling appointments on weekday mornings when it's less crowded to avoid queues. Don't forget to bring the maintenance manual, as the first service is complimentary from the manufacturer. Developing regular maintenance habits significantly reduces minor issues in the long run.
I've carefully studied the manual for the BMW 5 Series, and the standard maintenance interval is 12 months or 10,000 kilometers (whichever comes first). This mileage is a scientifically determined point by engineers based on the engine wear curve. My advice is not to exceed this interval, as it may affect warranty rights. The most critical aspect of the first maintenance is changing the engine oil and oil filter to remove metal particles generated during the break-in period. The technician will also use a diagnostic computer to reset the vehicle's system. If you drive in harsh conditions, such as dusty northern climates or mountainous roads, I recommend going in at 9,000 kilometers. After maintenance, you'll notice the throttle response becomes more agile, and fuel consumption decreases by about 0.5 liters.
