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This schedule shows key service items and indicative intervals. Actual intervals depend on driving conditions, exact engine specification and manufacturer recommendations. For full details of all operations, sub-tasks and technical specifications, see our technical manuals.
2.0D Diesel (M47D20T2oL)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.0D Diesel (M47D20T2oL) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
2.0D Diesel (N47D20A)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.0D Diesel (N47D20A) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the windscreen wipers and washing system
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every second oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.0D Diesel (N47D20A) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the windscreen wipers and washing system
Check the body for corrosion and damage
2.0D Diesel (N47D20A)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter every third oil service; renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.0D Diesel (N47D20A) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
2.0i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N46B20B)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.0i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N46B20B) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
2.5i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M54B25)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.5i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M54B25) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
2.5si, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N52B25A)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 2.5si, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N52B25A) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
3.0d Diesel (M57D30T2)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 3.0d Diesel (M57D30T2) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
3.0d Diesel (M57D30TU)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 3.0d Diesel (M57D30TU) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
3.0i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M54B30)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 3.0i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (M54B30) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
3.0sd Diesel (M57D30T2TOP)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter every third oil service; renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 3.0sd Diesel (M57D30T2TOP) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
3.0Si Petrol (N52B30A)

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · 3.0Si Petrol (N52B30A) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 18d Diesel (N47D20C)

Service intervals · xDrive 18d Diesel (N47D20C) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service

Service intervals · xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Steering ball joints: check for damage and play
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the windscreen wipers and washing system
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every second oil service
  • Braking system: renew the brake fluid indicated by the service indicator or at least every 24 months

Service intervals · xDrive 20d Diesel (N47D20C) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator)
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Steering ball joints: check for damage and play
Brakes
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the windscreen wipers and washing system
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 25i Petrol (N52B25A)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 25i Petrol (N52B25A) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 25i Petrol (N52B25A) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 30d Diesel (M57D30T2)

Service intervals · xDrive 30d Diesel (M57D30T2) · Maintenance system ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 30i Petrol (N52B30A)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 30i Petrol (N52B30A) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 30i Petrol (N52B30A) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Inspection II (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Renew the spark plugs
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
xDrive 35d Diesel (M57D30T2TOP)
( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Additional operations (specific intervals)

  • Renew the air filter renew more frequently when driving regularly in dusty conditions; every third oil service

Service intervals · xDrive 35d Diesel (M57D30T2TOP) · ( - 02/2009) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage
(03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA) Standard interval

Service intervals · xDrive 35d Diesel (M57D30T2TOP) · (03/2009 - ) ( except Brazil, China, USA)

Task Oil service (service indicator) Inspection I (service indicator) Every 24 months
Engine
Renew the engine oil
Renew the oil filter
Renew the air filter
Steering
Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
Brakes
Braking system: renew the brake fluid
Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Suspension, wheels and tyres
Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
Suspension: check for damage and wear
Check the tyre pressures; adjust if necessary
Electrical System
Check the operation of the exterior lights
Reset the service indicator
Interior
Renew the dust and pollen filter
Exterior
Check the body for corrosion and damage