BMW Full Service and Cost (DIY vs Dealer)

[@wingpingfan7500]

I've found a number of tutorials on how to service an F series, and this is among the best to follow. Thank you for your time and shared knowledge ☺

[@Mackenzie2576]

This video was honestly so refreshing. Really informative and easy to follow. Thank you!

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks very much for the comment 👍 I'm glad the videos helping others.

[@alphonselee3564]

Seriously awesome video ! learnt a lot. Just purchased my first f80. Keep up the great work!

[@myblob123]

Brilliant video. 5 star rating!

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Many thanks 🖐

[@jirikrajnak9047]

i would get my oil changes at the dealer, but it's always a struggle to convince them to change the oil at shorter intervals than what the manufacturer recommends.

[@DankMemesForAngryTeens]

Why would they care? They would make money regardless…

[@AS-f20]

Very informative and detailed video. Would recommend to clean the dpf sensor too as you cleaned the maf & map sensor?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks 👍 I remember cleaning a few sensors on dpf but not worth really as they don't get affected by dirt due to high temperatures. Feel free to have a go by all means but you will need some special tools for oxygen sensor. All the best ✌️

[@albertz.9332]

good video aaron, always good information for beginner. Keep good work. For bmw approved oil, they mean that they will not use systematically the bmw genuine oil, most of the time they use the castrol in there garage, with the bmw norme (ll-04 or ll-12 now)

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Hi Albert, appreciate to your comments as always🤠 That's what drives me crazy, you pay the top price but still not getting original oil in bmw garage. It is a complete scam and fiasco. And they make it look like you're getting the best service and parts💩

[@albertz.9332]

I rarely use the genuine oil on my car (except if she still on guaranty) after, I directly switch to real oil company like castrol or motul (on my bmw I use motul specific 0w30 ll-12)

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks for a useful explanation 👍 it makes a lot of sense.

[@piovo1]

@@albertz.9332 ll12 is better I think for mpg right?

[@albertz.9332]

@@piovo1 not really, the mpg will vary depending on how you drive, the oil impact on that is insignificant. The oil will impact the soot and the ash that you will get on your dpf for exemple, the life of your turbo and the egr ... and all the mechanical part on friction (chain, pomp, ..)

[@cinematicb]

Is this engine taking 5l or 5.2l?

[@tommygates4677]

Very informative and helpful, thank you. May I ask for the buy link of all these full service replacement parts?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks 👍 I buy my parts from www.carparts4less.co.uk Only oil from ebay as I can't find the original elsewhere .

[@pirasathstephen5349]

very nice video mate i am doing my own service as well can u make a video how to change fuel filter thanks

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks very much 🤠🖐 the earliest I can change the fuel filter is next summer😔 but there are videos on fuel filter replacement on KZbin, so hope they help.

[@pirasathstephen5349]

@@bmwsolutions7880 thanks i will wait for next summer

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks mate, I won't disappoint you👍

[@Migman2020]

I can service a car on my own.. but i dont.. why you ask? because im not a mechanic. Most car problems can be sorted out before they happen if spotted by a trained eye.. which is why i always take it to get serviced at a dealer. costs way more but alteast you are being made aware of issues that are likely to pop up or have.

[@tanbirchowdhury4098]

Dont you need to add any additives for cleaning ?

[@jinyuliu1817]

Thanks for the tutorial. Just ordered the components. Please can you let me know which carb cleaner did you use?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

You're welcome 👍 Any carb cleaner or even break cleaner is fine to clean map sensor.

[@jinyuliu1817]

@@bmwsolutions7880 Thanks for your prompt reply. Have a nice weekend!

[@denn6501]

Hi , great and clear video 👍 What’s the name of the software you used on your laptop for entering the servicehistory? And where can I find that program ? Thanks a lot

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Hi, thanks 👍 I have a full video on my channel about it kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWWqqGBnf7iKqpo Also this is the link for the software linksharing.samsungcloud.com/xBh25Ti4mKIN

[@MobJnr]

@@bmwsolutions7880 it says link has expired :(

[@mra8035]

Hi - Brilliant video, im a fan defo! I have a 2016 330e (hybrid) which has done around 82k miles. In your opinion what type of service would i need to undertake. (The Car is good nick and everything is ok since i bought it 7 months ago) Many Thanks

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Hi, you're very welcome and thanks for your comments 🤌 It's a nice car you have and milage is very good, so if you look after it well, it will last for a long time. I can suggest that you check the service history and see what was done in the car before you. Then you can do a good inspection all around (lots of videos on how to do that on KZbin). Finally, I strongly advise you get a diagnostics tool such as Bluetooth adaptor or ista + on a laptop. You can therefore keep an eye on everything on your car. In terms of servicing, I already mentioned in the video that I carry out exact same service every summer regardless of my milage (avarage 6000-8000). So, that's why my car is in very good condition all around. Let me know if you have any further questions. All the best ✌️

[@firstpestcontrol276]

Excellent video, thank you

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks very much for your comment, I'm glad I'm being helpful 👍👋

[@humbertosrperez]

Awesome

[@Dawid698]

Its all cool, but why did u change oil filter even before flashing ? Then all the dirt is in the new filter …

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thanks for the contribution 👍 I couldn't think of it at that time really. So, glad you spotted it well. All the best 👋

[@scottferris7235]

Is the car on ramps to get to the sump plug or did you jack it up….release sump plug then drop it down again to drain?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

I jacked it up and put on a ramp first. When I drained the oil, I lowered the car.

[@scottferris7235]

@@bmwsolutions7880 I’m doing mine soon and going to follow your video for the service and the fuel filter change!! 👍🏼my engine is B47 is yours the same?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Yes I have the same engine and I love it. Happy servicing 👍

[@Nik-hm5um]

Hi, bmw centre of my country has always used 0w30 oil in my bmw 320 b47 until 90000 kilometres. In your video I have seen that you use 5w30. 5w30 is more cheap than 0w30. Can I use 5w30 or 5w40? Are they indicate for the engine and DPF? I live in the center of Italy.

[@bmwsolutions7880]

In reality, Italy 🇮🇹 is a warm country, so they shouldn't use 0w30 because it's too thin like water and used in cold countrieslike Canada or Northern Europe. Ideal grade/viscosity would be 5w30 for your country's weather conditions. Have a look at the link for more info 👍 www.buygreatoil.com/oil-viscosity-explained/

[@terminator4974]

Wish someone did a g30 540i ty man for the nfo

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Don't wish my friend, do some online research and start servicing your car. All cars have exact same servicing needs, only the parts and their locations in the car may differ, so just spend some time to look around and you'll get to know your car better. All the best ✌️

[@terminator4974]

Thanks man i researched everything and now feel confident in filter oil , cabin filter, break pads/rotors, whipers, break fluid, sparkplugs. Gotto love youtube!!!

[@bmwsolutions7880]

I'm very happy for you. Let me know if you need any further help with anything else 👍👋

[@matthewcowling5]

Where did you but the filters?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Carparts4less or eurocarparts

[@WrenchTurner1999]

You the man 💪🏼

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thank you! all the best :)

[@scottferris7235]

Does this service apply to a 4 series 420d as well…? Looks a similar engine to mine! 👍🏼

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Most Bmw's use similar or same parts for servicing. Just double check the parts you order for your 420d and entire procedure will be exactly same as in video.

[@scottferris7235]

@@bmwsolutions7880 you’ve earned my subscription….great video!! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Thank you very much, happy to help any time 👍

[@kaanerdem2822]

Hey a quick question, i had 2 times that there where 2 times of "wrong" oil filter was delivered even though i gave the chassis nr etc correctly. Mine is 316d euro 6 engine from 2015, i find quiet strange and wanna know how to prevent this? thats also why i buy the oil filter at local dealer then rather online

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Well, it depends where you're buying it from. If you order something and they send you a different part, I suggest you change the seller and find a good one.

[@LifeofRiri]

Would this work on x1 series

[@bmwsolutions7880]

It would work on all BMWs

[@albertominchero4124]

Thank you the great video and all detailed explanations. I have just got a 4.30i. I will try to service the car myself next year! 👍🏻

[@bmwsolutions7880]

You're very welcome. I'm happy that my videos are helping the community. All the best with your servicing.

[@TheWeavingBagel]

Where did you get the engine oil box at 3:56?

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Ebay

[@NINEWALKING]

In The Netherlands they are asking 700 Euro for it.

[@bmwsolutions7880]

I can imagine 😕

[@NINEWALKING]

@@bmwsolutions7880 they are asking 469 Euro for oil and filters. They are charging like 210 Euro for the oil only. I have found their oil for 100 Euro. Filters, if I go Bosch, are like 130 Euro max. So material is twice cheaper. I guess from start of the war they can ask what ever they want. Like last year gas and electricity was 130 Euro per month. Now they are charging me 379 Euro per month. Still government is saying we have had only 9.9 percent inflation. All pure bullshit.

[@bmwsolutions7880]

Sadly, you're right about everything 😔 this is the reason I started this channel to show people how easy to service a car. We can save a lot of money on everything in life but we're being lazy. If we don't do anything, big fish will swallow us in no time.

[@RexRogers_]

Wow a bmw with a dip stick??

[@shaan384]

Hi did you jack the car up

[@bmwsolutions7880]

You need to jack the car up to drain oil 👍

[@loyd4you]

3 minutes into the video and you mess it up, you DON'T put the oil filer on the cap first, you insert it into the housing first and after that you put the cap. You might got lucky but you risking the brake that little nip on the oil filter.