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      09-04-2016, 09:09 AM   #5
HighlandPete
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Drives: BMW F11 535i Touring
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Originally Posted by robbiep View Post
My on-board systems seem to go with an oil change every 18k miles. So I get an intermediate done at the 9k point, but tell the dealership NOT to reset the service indicator at those changes...

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Oil changes are cheap. Engines are expensive.
That's what I've done, even with a service package.

Part of my reasoning is the type of use, low annual mileage and short trips of ~25 miles a time from cold. Regular longer trips, I wouldn't be so concerned.

The other reason, BMW engines are not 100% reliable for timing chain and guide issues. Opinion is divided on whether long oil service intervals are partly to blame, better safe than sorry if we intend to run the car long term.
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