BMW inspection I & II details... where can I get?

[SharkmanBMW]

I have found this...
http://www.bimmerzone.com/inspection.htm

but I would like to know if there is a BMW run site that lists what is part of an inspection II.

My 330 just went through the II and I want to know what was REALLY done according to thier "checklist"

Thanks.
I tried signing up for the BMW owners circle...
http://www.bmwusa.com/ownerscircle/

but my vin is no good (I guess because I am Canadian)
and the Canadian BMW site asks for written proof of ownership before you can join and get online!

I just need to know what was done, and what I need to do.
Is anyone a member that can find me Inspection II details on the BMW site??:?

[pyro]

bmwe34.net?

[uscharalph]

I have found this...
http://www.bimmerzone.com/inspection.htm

but I would like to know if there is a BMW run site that lists what is part of an inspection II.

My 330 just went through the II and I want to know what was REALLY done according to thier "checklist"

Thanks.
I tried signing up for the BMW owners circle...
http://www.bmwusa.com/ownerscircle/

but my vin is no good (I guess because I am Canadian)
and the Canadian BMW site asks for written proof of ownership before you can join and get online!

I just need to know what was done, and what I need to do.
Is anyone a member that can find me Inspection II details on the BMW site??:?
I believe the inspection I & II info is in the Bentley manual.

[shogun]

http://www.bimmerzone.com/inspection.htm

[632 Regal]

heres the best I can do without hosting it right now.

INSPECTION II
Bentley service Manual
Date: Mileage:
Engine Compartment:
O Check and adjust valve clearance (M20 – M30).
O Replace camshaft timing belt every other Inspection II or 50K miles.
O Inspect V-belt/Poly-ribbed drive condition, check tension (M20-M30).
O Lubricate throttle linkage.
O Change Oil and oil filter.
O Change air filter or clean it if reusable (like K&N).
O Check battery acid level and correct if needed.
O Check Coolant level and inspect system for leaks.
O Check Steering fluid and brake/clutch level.
O Check windshield washer fluid level.
Undercarriage:
O Change automatic transmission fluid (except 540i).
O Change manual transmission oil.
O Check clutch plate for wear.
O Check drive axle boots for leaks.
O Change final drive fluid (’95 change synthetic fluid every other Insp.II).
O Replace fuel filter.
O Check fuel lines, fuel tank and all connections for leaks.
O Inspect exhaust system.
O Check steering box and steering linkages for leaks and excess play.
O Inspect brake callipers, rotors and brake pad thickness.
O Inspect brake hoses and lines for damage or leaks.
O Check handbrake, adjust cable if needed.
O Check thickness of parking brake linings.
O Inspect front suspension and wheel bearings for play.
O Inspect wheels, tires and adjust tire pressures.
O Check spare tire pressure.
O Change ASC+T filter (car with traction control).
O Check hydraulic fluid level for LAD (car with Level Control System)
Body and Interior:
O Lubricate door hinges, hood latch and hood hinges.
O Check operation of exterior/interior lights (including glove box, engine compartment… ).
O Check headlight and driving light aiming.
O Check condition and function of seat belts.
O Check operation of washer system and wiper blade condition.
O Check active check control panel for faults.
O Check function of air conditioning. Check refrigerant charge at sight glass.
O Tighten A/C compressor mounting bolts.
O Tighten nuts and bolts for door locks and striker plates.
O Check ground connection of SRS (airbag) front sensor to body (if equipped)
O Replace intake dust/pollen micro filter in A/C unit (no filter in ’89 E34).
O Replace batteries for alarm/remote control in master key (’95 E34).
Road Test:
O Check braking performance, steering, HVAC, transmission and mirrors.

[uscharalph]

I believe the inspection I & II info is in the Bentley manual.
Yeah, it is 020-5, 020-6

[SharkmanBMW]

The inspection II was just done at 50k miles... the dealer says not to do an oil change for another 15k miles... is that right?!
It is BMW synthetic, but still...

[Bill R.]

Right here but not for long
(http://www.bimmer.info/%7Ebill/SD92-238.pdf)












I have found this...
http://www.bimmerzone.com/inspection.htm

but I would like to know if there is a BMW run site that lists what is part of an inspection II.

My 330 just went through the II and I want to know what was REALLY done according to thier "checklist"

Thanks.
I tried signing up for the BMW owners circle...
http://www.bmwusa.com/ownerscircle/

but my vin is no good (I guess because I am Canadian)
and the Canadian BMW site asks for written proof of ownership before you can join and get online!

I just need to know what was done, and what I need to do.
Is anyone a member that can find me Inspection II details on the BMW site??:?

[SharkmanBMW]

Right here but not for long
(http://www.bimmer.info/%7Ebill/SD92-238.pdf)

Thanks Bill,
Got it.

So,from what I see, at 50k miles, they would not have replaced the plugs or tranny fluid.

should I really leave the plugs in there that long? 100k?
and oil changes every 15k?

thanks again for the pdf.
Chris

[Kalevera]

Hey Chris -- remember my PDF on sludging? That's what 15k oil changes do to engines; we're not even talking about the other fluids, here. Did an inspection II on a '01 540i/6 last week. Owner complained of a harsh shift into 2 and had just bought the car with ~ 80k on it. The tranny was marked "lifetime" and I drained it to find the original fluid in it. Ugh. Replaced with royal purple and the thing works again...amazing.

Here's one hot off the press -- a CPO'd (therefore dealer serviced) 2001 330 with about 80k on it. Can you believe a dealership sold this thing to someone?

http://www.bimmer.info/~lowell/01%20CPO%20330i%2082k%20-%201.jpg

If we're talking about your new car -- do the maintenance at 2x the rate of what BMW recommends -- ~6000 to 7000 miles, max, if you want to keep the car for a while.

And the PDF is in here: http://www.bimmer.info/~lowell/

best, whit

[SharkmanBMW]

Assuming it has been only changed as indicated by the car, should i do anything "special" for the next oil change in about 6k miles? de-sludger!!?!! (not saying it needs it)
The car was always running - 50k miles in 2 years.

[mattyb]

i have them, will find and put em on later

[SharkmanBMW]

Hey Chris -- remember my PDF on sludging? That's what 15k oil changes do to engines; we're not even talking about the other fluids, here. Did an inspection II on a '01 540i/6 last week. Owner complained of a harsh shift into 2 and had just bought the car with ~ 80k on it. The tranny was marked "lifetime" and I drained it to find the original fluid in it. Ugh. Replaced with royal purple and the thing works again...amazing.

Here's one hot off the press -- a CPO'd (therefore dealer serviced) 2001 330 with about 80k on it. Can you believe a dealership sold this thing to someone?

http://www.bimmer.info/~lowell/01%20CPO%20330i%2082k%20-%201.jpg

If we're talking about your new car -- do the maintenance at 2x the rate of what BMW recommends -- ~6000 to 7000 miles, max, if you want to keep the car for a while.

And the PDF is in here: http://www.bimmer.info/~lowell/

best, whit

Whit, in those pics... is it the oil or the duration it was in there that caused it, or both?
Should I do my oil changes with "dealer" castrol or ???

[Gayle]

Here's one hot off the press -- a CPO'd (therefore dealer serviced) 2001 330 with about 80k on it. Can you believe a dealership sold this thing to someone?

http://www.bimmer.info/~lowell/01%20CPO%20330i%2082k%20-%201.jpg



eeeek That is a bmw nightmare. I can't stand these scary pictures.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Pics like that make me feel good about changing my synthetic and filter every 3-4k. It may be overkill, but I don't want my engine to look like that. If anything kills it I want it to be the Nikasil.

[Kalevera]

Chris, these are examples of dealer maintained (bmw service schedule/"recommended maintenance") cars. So they've only had the BMW synthetic, which may or may not be more sludgeworthy. It has been suggested physical location and the way the car is driven -- ie, scenarios such as hot/humid climate and short trips -- will affect sludging of oils. I don't care what Bidoli says, any oil can and will sludge.

If you have any kind of warranty on the car, take it in for service (or do the service yourself if they'll let you) on their terms, and then double the frequency of "inspections"...if you want to call them that. Regardless of who does the "in between" services, don't let the oil service counter get reset (might as well keep the dealer from wondering why you're bringing in the car at the appropriate mileage/time, yet the service counter isn't going bananas). Otherwise, use whatever you like and do synthetic oil changes between 6 and 7k, with discretion on the inspection items.

best, whit