2014 BMW 550i xDrive Maintenance Schedule

When it comes to your BMW 550i xDrive, 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 550i xDrive has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your 550i xDrive, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 2014 BMW 550i xDrive maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, BMW themselves. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your 550i xDrive perform better, keep you safer on the road, and prevent common 2014 BMW 550i xDrive problems.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2014 BMW 550i xDrive for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment 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. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your 550i xDrive’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 2014 BMW 550i xDrive. Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your BMW 550i xDrive battery. 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 550i xDrive) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your BMW 550i xDrive won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 2014 BMW 550i xDrive running newer, longer. To learn how often BMW recommends you have the oil changed in your 2014 550i xDrive, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 2014 BMW 550i xDrive? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your BMW 550i xDrive steering and suspension system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide the appropriate BMW 550i xDrive steering and suspension services. This can include things like power steering fluid replacement, wheel alignment adjustments, replacement of struts and wheel bearings, and ball joint lubrication. Components within your BMW 550i xDrive's steering system require regular maintenance.

Without routine BMW 550i xDrive 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. Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your BMW 550i xDrive engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Need a new BMW 550i xDrive radiator? We got it. A/C smelling musty? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2014 BMW 550i xDrive maintenance.

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