2004 bmw 530i 90k mileage tune up
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hello
i have 2004 BMW 530i with 89000 miles on it now.
i need to get major tune up, just to keep everything running smooth.
i would like everyone's input on this. on what i should get done.
like what oil i need to change, tranny flush, what belts i need to change,etc.
am not taking my car to a local bmw dealers since they charge arm n leg for service.
all input on this is helpful
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i have 2004 BMW 530i with 89000 miles on it now.
i need to get major tune up, just to keep everything running smooth.
i would like everyone's input on this. on what i should get done.
like what oil i need to change, tranny flush, what belts i need to change,etc.
am not taking my car to a local bmw dealers since they charge arm n leg for service.
all input on this is helpful
thanks
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You should be able to go to the dealer and get the print out for the 100k maintenance.
I think they recommend the following:
oil change
cabin filters
02 sensor
spark plugs
They also inspect suspension, belts, brakes, top off fluids and clean the car up.
If you have not done a brake fluid flush or a radiator flush, you should do that also.
Most of this you can do yourself.
Find a good indy BMW shop and talk to them also. They know much more than the dealership - they just do everythiing that is told to them by the book, if it is needed or not.
I think they recommend the following:
oil change
cabin filters
02 sensor
spark plugs
They also inspect suspension, belts, brakes, top off fluids and clean the car up.
If you have not done a brake fluid flush or a radiator flush, you should do that also.
Most of this you can do yourself.
Find a good indy BMW shop and talk to them also. They know much more than the dealership - they just do everythiing that is told to them by the book, if it is needed or not.
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I highly recommend a transmission and differential flush.
Here are a couple of helpful links for maintenance:
https://www.bavauto.com/newsletter/2009_n10...tter.pdf#page=4
http://www.bavauto.com/newsletter/2008_n10...tter.pdf#page=4
Here are a couple of helpful links for maintenance:
https://www.bavauto.com/newsletter/2009_n10...tter.pdf#page=4
http://www.bavauto.com/newsletter/2008_n10...tter.pdf#page=4
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anything else i should replace.
so far
1.oil change plus filter
2.tranny flush +filter
3.radiator flush
4.all belts
5.cabin filters.
i have a private shop do all this..
i made a good deal with them. if i buy all parts they will only charge me for labor which is 200
anyone have idea how much all the oil and parts will ending up costing me
so far
1.oil change plus filter
2.tranny flush +filter
3.radiator flush
4.all belts
5.cabin filters.
i have a private shop do all this..
i made a good deal with them. if i buy all parts they will only charge me for labor which is 200
anyone have idea how much all the oil and parts will ending up costing me
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Originally Posted by 530SOunds' post='799000' date='Feb 22 2009, 03:07 PM
anything else i should replace.
so far
1.oil change plus filter
2.tranny flush +filter
3.radiator flush
4.all belts
5.cabin filters.
so far
1.oil change plus filter
2.tranny flush +filter
3.radiator flush
4.all belts
5.cabin filters.
Fuel filter for sure, and the rear diff oil as Targa mentioned.
And this may be over the top, but I pull the injectors and send them out for flow matching every 90k on my cars. Costs $100.
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Originally Posted by cokeefe' post='799100' date='Feb 22 2009, 09:52 PM
Fuel filter for sure, and the rear diff oil as Targa mentioned.
And this may be over the top, but I pull the injectors and send them out for flow matching every 90k on my cars. Costs $100.
And this may be over the top, but I pull the injectors and send them out for flow matching every 90k on my cars. Costs $100.
Also, the transmission filter and pan should be part of same housing. Use factory transmission oil only, its a special blend Shell, not available anywhere but the dealer.
Raj
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Originally Posted by 968turboS' post='799167' date='Feb 23 2009, 12:24 AM
+1 on this. Its amazing how much lost power can be found by balanced/blueprinted injectors. Cost is only $100 and turn around is usually quick.
Also, the transmission filter and pan should be part of same housing. Use factory transmission oil only, its a special blend Shell, not available anywhere but the dealer.
Raj
Also, the transmission filter and pan should be part of same housing. Use factory transmission oil only, its a special blend Shell, not available anywhere but the dealer.
Raj
thats for all the info on this..
helping out alot.
buying only bmw oem parts only. where should i get the oil n parts from.
dealers charge too much here.
am from yuba city, ca
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heres my list
oil fliter
serpentine belts
platinum spark plugs all 6
cabin fliters
atp fliter kit
royal purple oil for engine and tranny.
radiator flush.
i got a price quote from local parts store. and everything is going to cost around 346
did i leave anything out..
oil fliter
serpentine belts
platinum spark plugs all 6
cabin fliters
atp fliter kit
royal purple oil for engine and tranny.
radiator flush.
i got a price quote from local parts store. and everything is going to cost around 346
did i leave anything out..
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