What is the maintenance interval for the BMW 3 Series?
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BMW 3 Series maintenance intervals are detailed as follows: Maintenance Intervals: Perform a minor maintenance every 10,000 kilometers and a major maintenance every 30,000 kilometers. Fuel Filter Maintenance Interval: Like the air filter, it also requires maintenance once at 20,000 kilometers. Brake Fluid Maintenance Interval: The brake fluid should be replaced every 2 years. Spark Plug Maintenance Interval: The spark plugs have a longer maintenance interval, requiring replacement every 60,000 kilometers. Engine Oil Maintenance Interval: The engine oil should be changed approximately every 10,000 kilometers.
I've been driving my BMW 3 Series for four years now. According to the maintenance manual, it's recommended to perform routine maintenance once a year or every 10,000 kilometers. For those who drive less, it's based on time, while for someone like me who commutes 30-40 kilometers daily, it's based on mileage. During basic maintenance at the 4S shop, the technician checks fundamental items like engine oil, oil filter, and cabin air filter, costing around 1,500. However, it's important to note that different components have different maintenance cycles. For instance, I replace the cabin air filter almost every year before summer to prevent odors in the car. Spark plugs are recommended to be changed every 20,000 kilometers, and last time at 40,000 kilometers, I also replaced the brake fluid. The dashboard alerts you when the car is due for maintenance, and now I make an appointment half a month in advance to avoid weekend queues.
