BMW Dealership Maintenance - Inspection 2

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INSPECTION 2

The inspection two service is all the Inspection 1 items as well as additional belt and fluid changes.

Engine Compartment

• Check and adjust valve clearance (M20).
• Replace camshaft timing belt every other Inspection 2 or 50K miles.
• Inspect V-belt/Poly-ribbed drive condition, check tension (M20).
• Lubricate throttle linkage.
• Change Oil and oil filter.
• Change air filter or clean it if reusable (like K&N).
• Check battery acid level and correct if needed.
• Check Coolant level and inspect system for leaks.
• Check Steering fluid and brake/clutch level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.

Undercarriage

• Change automatic transmission fluid.
• Change manual transmission oil.
• Check clutch plate for wear.
• Check drive axle boots for leaks.
• Change final drive fluid (’95 change synthetic fluid every other Insp.II).
• Replace fuel filter.
• Check fuel lines, fuel tank and all connections for leaks.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Check steering box and steering linkages for leaks and excess play.
• Inspect brake callipers, discs and brake pad thickness.
• Inspect brake hoses and lines for damage or leaks.
• Check handbrake, adjust cable if needed.
• Check thickness of parking brake linings.
• Inspect front suspension and wheel bearings for play.
• Inspect wheels, tyres and adjust tyre pressures.
• Check spare tyre pressure.

Body and Interior

• Lubricate door hinges, bonnet latch and bonnet hinges.
• Check operation of exterior/interior lights (including glove box, engine compartment… ).
• Check headlight aiming.
• Check condition and function of seat belts.
• Check operation of washer system and wiper blade condition.
• Check active check control panel for faults.
• Check function of air conditioning. Check refrigerant charge at sight glass.
• Tighten A/C compressor mounting bolts.
• Tighten nuts and bolts for door locks and striker plates.
• Replace intake dust/pollen micro filter in A/C unit.
• Replace batteries for alarm/remote control in master key (’95 E34).

Road Test

• Check braking performance, steering, HVAC, transmission and mirrors.