1991 BMW 318is Maintenance

When it comes to your BMW 318is, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, your 318is could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. But how do you know what service to get and when? Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your 318is, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1991 BMW 318is!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, BMW themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your 318is's life, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1991 BMW 318is problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1991 BMW 318is for factory-recommended routine maintenance and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your 318is's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 1991 BMW 318is be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. There’s a chance you’ll need a replacement sooner, but it depends on the climate in your area as well as your driving habits. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your BMW 318is battery, and so can frequent short drives. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty 318is) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your BMW 318is could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 1991 BMW 318is running newer, longer. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1991 318is. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 1991 BMW 318is.

Periodic service to the steering system in your BMW 318is can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide BMW 318is steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your BMW 318is's steering and suspension system.

Without routine BMW 318is maintenance, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire BMW 318is cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is your BMW 318is radiator in need of replacement? We’ve got your back. A/C smelling musty? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1991 BMW 318is maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.