1200 Mile Service
The engine in your BMW M3 is a race-bred
engine design which includes increased power
output and maximum engine speeds compared
to conventional BMW 3 Series engines. The
increased power output also affects other major
drivetrain components such as the transmission
and the rear axle differential. The 1200 Mile Ser-
vice requires changing the oil in the engine, as
well as in the transmission and the differential.
The engine air cleaner element must also be
replaced during this service.
Quality Certification I
For a detailed list of items inspected, refer to the
Quality Certification I form provided to the
Owner at time of delivery. A copy of the form is
on file at the selling BMW center.
Maintenance Summary
The Condition Based Service (CBS) system will
determine the requirement for performance of
the maintenance services described on this and
the following page. These services may be
required either individually or in conjunction with
other maintenance services.
Standard operations
Maintenance work:
Brief diagnostic test
Verify Check Control messages.
Check indicator and warning lights.
Reset CBS display.
Inspect tires, adjust tire pressures and reset
Tire Pressure Monitor.
Engine oil
Maintenance work:
Change the engine oil and oil filter. Use only
Castrol TWS Motorsport 10W-60 Synthetic
Oil P/N 07 51 0 009 420.
At every engine oil change: Intake air cleaner:
replace air filter element (reduce replacement
interval in dusty operating conditions).
Parking brake: Check function and
pre-burnish.
Microfilter (not displayed in the CBS)
Maintenance work:
Replace ventilation microfilter.
Front brake
Maintenance work:
Replace brake pads, clean brake pad contact
points in calipers.
Brake discs: Check surface and thickness, if
necessary replace at extra charge.*
Rear brake
Maintenance work:
Replace brake pads, clean brake pad contact
points in calipers.
Brake discs: Check surface and thickness, if
necessary replace at extra charge.*
Parking brake: Check condition, brake lining
thickness and function, if necessary replace
at extra charge.*
*Unless covered by Maintenance Program
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Vehicle Check
Maintenance work:
Check operation of horn, headlight flasher
and hazard warning flashers.
Check instrument and control lighting and
heater/air-conditioning blower.
Check lighting system: turn signals, back-up,
license plate, interior (incl. map, reading lights),
glovebox, flashlight, luggage area lights.
Safety belts: Check condition and function.
Check windshield wiper and washer jet
positions.
Body: Check for corrosion (except cavities).
Tires: Check tread depth, wear pattern, outer
condition, inflation pressure. If necessary, cor-
rect pressure.
Reset Tire Pressure Monitor.
Battery: Check state of charge (magic eye)
and charge if required.
Power steering reservoir: Check fluid level.
Visually inspect all SRS airbag units for torn
covers, obvious damage or attachment of
stickers.
Rear-view mirrors
Coolant: Check fluid level and concentration.
Windshield washer and intensive cleaning
system: Check protection level, fluid level, top
if necessary.
Check expiration date on the M Mobility Sys-
tem sealant bottle. Change sealant bottle if
needed at additional charge.
Brake system connections and lines: Check
for leaks, damage and correct positioning.
Underbody, incl. all visible parts (i.e. transmis-
sion, rear axle, fuel lines, exhaust system):
Check for damage, leaks and corrosion.
Steering components: Check for clearance,
leaks, damage and wear.
Final Inspection: Road test with check of
– Brakes, including burnishing of parking
brake pads
– Steering
– Shock absorbers (visual)
– Transmission
Brake fluid
Maintenance work:
Replace brake fluid.
Spark plugs (not displayed in the
CBS)
Maintenance work:
Replace spark plugs at intervals of
37,000 miles.
Emission Control Maintenance
Schedule
The maintenance schedule as shown is required
for the proper functioning of the emission con-
trol systems for optimum vehicle performance
and fuel economy.
Basic Engine
Engine oil As specified by CBS
Engine oil filter As specified by CBS
Fuel System
Air filter 1200 miles, then every
engine oil change
Ignition System
Spark plugs 37,000 miles
Emission Control
Components
Oxygen sensor 120,000 miles
Evidence of Maintenance Work
This BMW Service and Warranty Information
Booklet should be presented to your BMW cen-
ter when maintenance is required. Make sure
that confirmation of maintenance work is always
entered in this Service and Warranty Information
Booklet. You may need this for any warranty
claims that become necessary, and later on as
evidence that your car has been given the cor-
rect and regular maintenance that justifies its
resale or trade-in value.
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