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**Reboot** · 03-05-2003, 10:23 AM

Here is another post you can print out to let you see what the dealer covers in the Inspection:

BMW MAINTANENCE: INSPECTION II
Date:
Mileage:

Inspection I

1. Undercarriage

 Change oil and oil filter
 Check transmission for leaks
 Check rear axle for leaks
 Visually check fuel tank, lines and connections for leaks
 Check condition, position, and mounting of exhaust system. Exam for leaks.
 Check power steering for leaks. Check fluid level, add if necessary.
 Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage and joint disc.
 Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads using special tool. If replacement is necessary: Examine brake disk surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers. Grease wheel-centering hubs. Check thickness of parking brake linings only when replacing rear brake pads.
 Check brake system connections and lines for leaks, damage and incorrect positioning.
 Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust if necessary.
 Check all tire pressures (include spare). Correct if necessary. Check condition of tires (outer surface (left/right)), tread wear and pattern; in case of uneven tread wear, readjust wheel alignment if requested.

2. Engine Compartment

 Read out diagnostic system.
 Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks. Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level. Add coolant if required.
 Check level of brake/clutch fluid in reservoir. Add fluid if required.
 Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protections. Fill up and/or correct if required.
 Check air conditioner for operation.
 Reset service indicator.

3. Body/Electrical

 Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.
 Perform battery load test.
 Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, foglights, parking, back-up, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment/area lights.
 Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination.
 Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
 Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer and flasher switch.
 Check wipers and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.
 Check condition and function of safety belts.
 Visually examine the SRS airbag units (Driver and front passenger) for torn cover, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations or accessories.
 Check central locking/double lock.
 Replace batteries for alarm remote controls in all master keys.
 Oil hood, trunk and door hinges. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches.
 Replace microfilter. (Note: Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions).
 Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.
 Check rear view mirrors.

4. Final Inspection

 Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission.

Inspection II

1. Undercarriage

 Half-shafts: Check for leaks at flexible boots.
 Inspect entire body according to terms of rust perforation limited warranty. (Must be performed at least every two years).

2. Engine Compartment

 Replace spark plugs.
 Replace air cleaner element. (Note: reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions).

3. At Every Second Inspection II

 Change oil in manual transmission while at normal operating temperature.
 Change oil in rear axle while at normal operating temperature.
 Check clutch disc for wear.

4. Brake Fluid Service (Replace brake fluid every 2 years (time interval begins from the vehicles production date)

5. Cooling System Service (Replace coolant every 3 years (time interval begins from the vehicles production date)

6. Oxygen Sensor Service (Replace Oxygen Sensor every 100,000 miles)

03-05-2003, 10:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
Reboot Administrator Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Illinois Posts: 10,919 Car: Lexus LS430 and Lexus GX470 HeatWare Account: 63969	Here is another post you can print out to let you see what the dealer covers in the Inspection: BMW MAINTANENCE: INSPECTION II Date: Mileage: Inspection I 1. Undercarriage  Change oil and oil filter  Check transmission for leaks  Check rear axle for leaks  Visually check fuel tank, lines and connections for leaks  Check condition, position, and mounting of exhaust system. Exam for leaks.  Check power steering for leaks. Check fluid level, add if necessary.  Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage and joint disc.  Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads using special tool. If replacement is necessary: Examine brake disk surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers. Grease wheel-centering hubs. Check thickness of parking brake linings only when replacing rear brake pads.  Check brake system connections and lines for leaks, damage and incorrect positioning.  Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust if necessary.  Check all tire pressures (include spare). Correct if necessary. Check condition of tires (outer surface (left/right)), tread wear and pattern; in case of uneven tread wear, readjust wheel alignment if requested. 2. Engine Compartment  Read out diagnostic system.  Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks. Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level. Add coolant if required.  Check level of brake/clutch fluid in reservoir. Add fluid if required.  Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protections. Fill up and/or correct if required.  Check air conditioner for operation.  Reset service indicator. 3. Body/Electrical  Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.  Perform battery load test.  Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, foglights, parking, back-up, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment/area lights.  Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination.  Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.  Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight dimmer and flasher switch.  Check wipers and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.  Check condition and function of safety belts.  Visually examine the SRS airbag units (Driver and front passenger) for torn cover, obvious damage or attachment of decals, decorations or accessories.  Check central locking/double lock.  Replace batteries for alarm remote controls in all master keys.  Oil hood, trunk and door hinges. Grease hood, trunk/tailgate and door latches. Check operation of all latches.  Replace microfilter. (Note: Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions).  Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.  Check rear view mirrors. 4. Final Inspection  Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual transmission or automatic transmission. Inspection II 1. Undercarriage  Half-shafts: Check for leaks at flexible boots.  Inspect entire body according to terms of rust perforation limited warranty. (Must be performed at least every two years). 2. Engine Compartment  Replace spark plugs.  Replace air cleaner element. (Note: reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions). 3. At Every Second Inspection II  Change oil in manual transmission while at normal operating temperature.  Change oil in rear axle while at normal operating temperature.  Check clutch disc for wear. 4. Brake Fluid Service (Replace brake fluid every 2 years (time interval begins from the vehicles production date) 5. Cooling System Service (Replace coolant every 3 years (time interval begins from the vehicles production date) 6. Oxygen Sensor Service (Replace Oxygen Sensor every 100,000 miles)