The BMW M3 is one of the most legendary names in the automotive world. It can cause some to gush, while others will go into aspirational overdrive. Regardless, none of those feelings are anything like the experience felt from being behind the wheel of this incredible sport sedan. The fact that it is incredible makes it necessary to be properly maintained. Available as a four-door, five-passenger hot rod, it is the ultimate grocery-getter and kid hauler all in one.

But at the end of the day your BMW M3 needs to be properly maintained. The service professionals at BMW of Wyoming Valley have been carefully trained by BMW to know your M3 inside and out. Why take it anywhere else?

Your BMW M3 incorporates a service schedule that lists various occurrences in the life of your car and what servicing is needed when. BMW has compiled a service schedule detailing all the wants, needs and required services for your new M3. 

They all work  together to make sure that your Ultimate Driving Machine remains just that: The Ultimate Driving Machine. The schedule can be thought of as a variable schedule because it truly varies according to the workloads you place on your BMW M3.

All modern BMWs utilize the innovative "Condition Based Service" (CBS), which incorporates sensors and algorithms to determine the condition of such items as filters, oil, brake pads and so on. Unlike your pet cocker spaniel, Your M3 can tell you when it actually needs something.
 


The Condition Based Service system will alert you to change the oil, based on the road conditions that it has encountered. Some days, after driving up and down mountain grades, through dry, sandy regions, it may determine there are other service items needing attention too. 

For instance, while your oil isn't due for a change until 10,000 miles, your tires may need to be rotated at the 5,000 mile mark. We say don't wait. Come in, so the service mechanics at BMW of Wyoming Valley service department can examine your vehicle immediately. The tire life you extend, may be your own! 

Other items on your M3 service list may include a refresh of the brake fluid, the coolant and even your transmission fluid. By following up with your factory-certified BMW Mechanics, you will be guaranteeing that your BMW continues to operate at peak performance.

At 10,000 miles it's time for your BMW M3 to have its second oil and filter change. At the same time, a tire rotation is due,followed by a check of the steering system, suspension components, an integrity check of the cooling system, the brake rotors and pads, and a topping off of all fluids that may have evaporated or been consumed. 

To make this service complete, your service mechanic will also make sure there are no outstanding recall notices or service campaigns on BMW M3.


Further on down the road…

At approximately 15,000 miles, it's time for another oil change and tire rotation. Moving the tires from front to rear or even side to side will guarantee they have equalized wear from all sides, which helps them last longer as a result. 

Your BMW Service Technician will recommend another rotation on every 5,000 mile interval to follow. All along the way, your BWM of Wyoming Valley mechanics will perform all the appropriate checks for fluids, expendables, filters and more, to coincide with the various mileage counts in your BMW M3 Owner's Manual.

Your CBS system should be telling it's time for a change once again, at the 30,000 mile mark, of your M3's synthetic oil, andoil filter, as well as another the tire rotation. At the same time the CBS system has also been keeping track of the M3's brake pads and brake wear, and will make you aware that it's time for a brake fluid change.  

Regardless, your owner's manual suggests an initial brake fluid change at 30,000 miles and then every 60,000 miles afterwards. Also on tap at 30,000 miles: A change of fuel filter to keep dust and debris from entering your engine is well recommended.

At 60,000 miles, your BMW M3 should just be getting started.  As is the case, it's once again time for an oil and filter change.But this time, for good measure, let's toss in another fuel filter, an HVAC filter, and an engine filter.  

Your mechanic will also perform another tire rotation, a steering and suspension parts examination, and more. At the very end, the service mechanic will top off the fluids, perform a multi-point inspection and again insure there are no recall notices or outstanding service campaigns.

Taking the back roads home.

Your BMW M3 is just one of those cars that will have you taking the back roads that no one else does on the way home from work. Be aware though, that if that road includes blowing sand or mountainous routes or even stop and go traffic, your car's CBS system may dictate a service sooner than you would think. 

Normally your BMW M3 would suggest changing its synthetic oil once every 10,000 miles. But if the CBS system thinks the car has been pushed harder than normal, it could suggest an oil change at the 5,000 mile mark instead
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Nobody knows the ins and outs of your BMW M3 sport sedan like the service advisors and mechanics at BMW of Wyoming Valley. They offer a wealth of information and best practices on the care and proper use of your new BMW M3. But what happens if you are not sure where to find us? Just ask the Google Machine for "mechanics near me," for contact information, hours and directions.

At BMW of Wyoming Valley, you can have it your way. Drop your BMW M3 by for service, and pick it up at your convenience. If you're not in a rush, stop in and relax in our service department waiting area, where you can read, watch television, enjoy a beverage and use our complimentary Wi-Fi. Here, you can surf all the way to the end of the World Wide Web and back again, if you so desire.

Other Essential Services:

Windshield Wipers are critical but routinely overlooked components on your BMW M3. Is there a cloudy residue on the windshield after a brief cloudburst? Do you hear a squeaky noise coming from the front? These are all signs your wipers have been abused. Not by you, mind you, but by the elements. 

We already know windshield wipers get no respect from the heat and humidity. It's the same way with the extreme cold of winter. By being exposed as they are, the weather is doing its best to wear the blades down. That's why we recommend a wiper change every six months. The Parts and Service department at BMW of Wyoming Valley have the exact factory-approved replacements for your M3. Get in here today!



All-wheel-alignment, is one of the most important "fixes" you can perform on your BMW M3. A cost-effective way to keep your car heading straight, it will help keep your tire expenses in check. But how will you know you need it? Simple! If you find your M3 drifting right or left while negotiating a straight piece of highway, that's a sign. 

The service experts at BMW of Wyoming Valley suggest at least one alignment per year, as there are plenty of road hazards and irregularities that can shift alignment in the blink of an eye. May we also suggest a tire rotation, first? It equalizes the tire wear at each corner. Your BMW M3 owner's manual will have more information.

Speaking of Tires: Tires get worn down and frankly, tired, especially when they happen to reside on a high-performance hot rod like the BMW M3. Your go-fast deserves better than that. Maybe it's time for the "Abe Lincoln Penny test."  

And the best part of all, it only costs a penny. By placing "Honest Abe" head-first into the groove of the tire tread, you can see if ole Abe sinks in up to his ears or more. If so, there is plenty of tread. If you see a little bit of air above Abe's hairline, it's time to get replacements. 

It's a line that we have made famous but as the saying goes, "Bald is for eagles, most babies and some old men, but not your tires." Our BMW Parts department has the replacement tires your M3 needs, all at competitive market prices.

Nobody knows your M3 the way the factory-trained and certified professionals at BMW of Wyoming Valley do. Call for an appointment today. Our team of service experts are waiting to see you.

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