530SOunds

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

thanks

richietherocket

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.

porsche911targa

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

530SOunds

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

cokeefe

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.

968turboS

+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

530SOunds

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

968turboS

Try Newport BMW or Tischer BMW. Both have excellent prices.
Raj

530SOunds

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..