2006 330xi 100k Mile Service

ima747 · 07-16-2014, 10:48 AM

My 2006 330xi ticked over 100k miles a little while ago, and I've been debating about weather I should take it to BMW, a local shop, or just do whatever needs doing myself. This raises the question: What needs doing/checking/changing at 100k? I change the oil before it tells me to (it's really not that expensive and their recommended interval is a bit longer than I'm comfortable with even with all the magic and unicorn farts they put in modern oil...), just replaced a few cracked bits of wheel arch liner and under paneling and didn't see anything to make me worry while poking around. The computer says the spark plugs need replacing so that's on the list. I assume cabin and engine air filters could use replacing. Coolant looks fine. V-Belt? What else? I'm interested in learning/doing whatever I can, but if it takes more skill than I've got so be it. Thoughts? Suggestions?

Phil325i · 07-16-2014, 12:54 PM

Transmission and differential fluids for starters...

Efthreeoh · 07-16-2014, 05:17 PM

Drive line fluids, coolant, drive belt, plugs, air filter, cabin filter if calling for it, clean and swap the VANOS solenoids. Scan for codes related to the water pump. Unicorn farts are not needed after 186,000 miles (300,000 KM)

07-16-2014, 10:48 AM	#1
ima747 New Member 3 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 2006 330xi black on black Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: CT, USA iTrader: (0)	2006 330xi 100k Mile Service My 2006 330xi ticked over 100k miles a little while ago, and I've been debating about weather I should take it to BMW, a local shop, or just do whatever needs doing myself. This raises the question: What needs doing/checking/changing at 100k? I change the oil before it tells me to (it's really not that expensive and their recommended interval is a bit longer than I'm comfortable with even with all the magic and unicorn farts they put in modern oil...), just replaced a few cracked bits of wheel arch liner and under paneling and didn't see anything to make me worry while poking around. The computer says the spark plugs need replacing so that's on the list. I assume cabin and engine air filters could use replacing. Coolant looks fine. V-Belt? What else? I'm interested in learning/doing whatever I can, but if it takes more skill than I've got so be it. Thoughts? Suggestions?
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07-16-2014, 12:54 PM	#2
Phil325i Brigadier General 639 Rep 3,215 Posts Drives: E92 325i MSport Coupe Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK South East iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW 325i Coupe [6.00]	Transmission and differential fluids for starters... __________________ E92 pre-LCI 325i - Ohlins R&T; H&R spacers; M3 strut brace; Swift thrust sheets; 3 x chassis braces; diff brace; N53 V-brace; 034 subframe inserts; BMS clutch stop; BMS CDV; RE g/box mounts; Delrin shift bushes; Saikoumichi OCC; Cyba scoops; BMW Perf Exhaust; HEL s/steel brake hoses; M3 rear spoiler; Recaro Sportster CSs; M3 white dash LEDs; LED Angels; LED side repeaters; BMW Perf black grille; CSL reps; SSDD carbon diffuser; Monster Wrap black roof/clear front
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Efthreeoh General 19186 Rep 19,717 Posts Drives: The E90 + Z4 Coupe & Z3 R'ster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Drive line fluids, coolant, drive belt, plugs, air filter, cabin filter if calling for it, clean and swap the VANOS solenoids. Scan for codes related to the water pump. Unicorn farts are not needed after 186,000 miles (300,000 KM)
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