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Nov 11, 2010 · It seems that the interval at which we should change oil is a hotly debated topic. There are many sceptics regarding BMW's current oil service intervals as indicated by the on-board diagnostics. The balance of opinion is that it is a good idea to change oil more …

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How often should BMW oil be changed?

BMW’s current service interval is 10,000 miles. Exceptions, of course, being BMW M vehicles that require more fastidious maintenance – the first oil service happens around 7500 miles, not counting the 1200-mile break-in. How Often Should I Change the Oil in My Pre-Owned BMW? ...

What is the recommended oil change interval?

If you did an oil analysis on your oil every 1,000 miles until you reached the thresholds for contaminants etc, that should cause you to change the oil, you would generally end up changing the oil sometime after 15,000 miles (3x+ longer than recommended). So why is the oil change interval recommended at 5,000 instead of 15,000? ...

How do I determine the ideal oil change interval for MY BMW?

To determine the ideal oil change interval for your BMW, we suggest referring to your owner’s manual. The Condition Based Servicing (CBS) system is used in many newer BMW models and monitors various components to determine when they need servicing. CBS considers several factors, including: ...

How long does a BMW oil service last?

Generally, BMW centers will only change your oil (and include it under warranty) within that specified timeframe. BMW’s current service interval is 10,000 miles. Exceptions, of course, being BMW M vehicles that require more fastidious maintenance – the first oil service happens around 7500 miles, not counting the 1200-mile break-in. ...

How often do you change oil on a BMW G20?

If you do not drive enough, your BMW will tell you to change its oil every 12months or so. The G20's use a CBS service counter just like many previous generations of BMW's. It varies from person to person. When I got the car it said service due in 10k...took it in at 5,500 lol. ...

How often should you change your engine oil?

Twenty years ago, getting your oil changed every three months or 3,000 miles was the golden rule of automotive maintenance. Older engines and older oil formulations necessitated these frequent changes, but we’re living in the 21st century. The old rule is a thing of the past. Most BMW owner’s manuals recommend changing your oil every 15,000 miles. ...