Maintaining Your BMW 4 Series in Wilkes-Barre, PA

Check your BMW 4 Series owner's manual for specifics. You can either drop your "4" off, to be retrieved later, or step inside and relax in the comfortable Wyoming Valley service waiting area where you can enjoy a beverage, read a book, watch television or use our complimentary Wi-Fi to surf the web.

During the same 10,000 mile scheduled service, they will also check the cooling system for leaks and replace the coolant at the same time. A complete multi-point inspection that includes examinations of the suspension, steering, brake pads and more will occur before the service technicians will finally top off the fluids. Finally, your Wyoming Valley service advisor will check to insure there are no outstanding service campaigns or recall notices.

If your driving habits take you through dry arid regions or along mountainous routes, or in heavy stop and go traffic, we recommend changing your oil and filter every 5,000 miles instead, rather than the normal 10,000 mile interval. The same thing with tire rotations: we recommend a rotation service every 5,000 miles to allow each tire to wear evenly around the vehicle. This is done to equalize the tire wear around the car in order to get the longest life possible from a set of tires.

A 20,000 mile service will feature the same tasks as seen in the 10,000 mile version, from the oil change to the tire rotation and so on. Once again, you should take into consideration any extreme driving conditions you may subject your Wyoming Valley 4 Series to.

Between 20,000 and 40,000 miles, our factory-trained service mechanics at BMW of Wyoming Valley will suggest a new fuel filter. Split the difference down the middle, but please don't forget the all-critical oil and filter changes that should occur at the same time.


The 30,000-mile service isn't just an excuse for swapping out your oil and filter. It's also the perfect time to replace the brake fluid, and at the same time inspect the brake pads long pads on your Wyoming Valley BMW 4 Series. According to the 4 Series service instructions, the first brake fluid service should occur at 30,000 miles. Subsequent brake services should occur every 60,000 miles after that.

Speaking of 60K: Sixty-thousand miles is the point where your BMW 4 series is reaching its break-in mark. In other words, it's just getting started. The BMW of Wyoming Valley service mechanic will change the fuel filters, the engine air filter, spark plugs and more, so that your BMW will continue to run like new! When finished, your technician will top off the fluid levels, perform a multi-point inspection, check that the suspension is up to specifications, and that your BMW 4 Series has been restored to its original factory specifications.

During the various other service intervals as listed in your BMW 4 Series owner's manual, your BMW of Wyoming Valley mechanics will make sure to inspect the fuel lines, in-cabin air filters, drive boots, brake fluid levels, the operation of the cooling system, the engine air filter, check for coolant leaks, and perform a complete inspection of steering, exhaust and suspension components, and finally a reset of all maintenance and warning lights.

 
All-wheel-alignment is one of the most important "fixes" that can be performed on your new Wyoming Valley BMW 4 Series. Think of it like a visit to the local chiropractor for an "adjustment" of sorts. For example, if you find your 4 Series drifting to the left or right side of your lane while cruising down the highway, presumably trying to steer it straight, that's a definite sign that you are in need of an alignment.

Have it done at least once a year because we all manage to hit potholes, brush curbs or rollover debris that has the ability to throw the alignment out of adjustment. But before you do that, we recommend that you have your tires rotated first before an alignment service is performed, to guarantee equal wear at all four corners. Your BMW 4 Series owner's manual will have more information.

Speaking of Tires: Like tennis shoes that have worn down, causing your feet to hurt or worse, worn tires on your BMW 4 Series are essentially useless if they don't have deep enough tread or are not properly inflated. That's why it's so important to check them on a monthly basis. But here's the best part: even you can do it, and all it costs is one cent! Grab a shiny Lincoln penny.

Place President Lincoln head first into the tire tread of your BMW 4 Series. If you find it covers "Ole Abe's" ears, you have adequate tread life remaining. If there is any "air" remaining above President Lincoln's noggin," then it's time for an immediate change. Bald belongs on eagles, most babies and some old men, but not your tires. Our BMW Parts department can supply replacement tires for your BMW 4 Series, all at competitive market prices.

But wait, there's more! What about your Windshield Wipers? Yes, that's what we asked too. Windshield wipers get no respect because, well, just because. But they are critical to the safety of you and your vehicle. That's why we think they should be changed every six months.

They live in what is essentially plain sight, where heat and humidity can get the best of them. The same with the cold of winter. While the high heat and UV rays will cause the blades to deteriorate, the brittle cold can break them like a child's toy. A quick stop at the BMW of Wyoming Valley Parts and Service department can outfit you with a new set of factory-approved replacements that will have your BMW 4 Series windshield sparkling again.

Nobody knows your BMW 4 Series like the factory-certified specialists at BMW of Wyoming Valley. Please call for an appointment today. Need directions? Just Google "mechanics near me" and there we are! Our team of service experts will be happy to see you.