1996 BMW 850Ci Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your BMW 850Ci, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. With the right maintenance at the right time, your 850Ci has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? There's no need to guess when it's time to get 850Ci maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1996 BMW 850Ci!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by BMW, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; 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 850Ci's life, increase your vehicle safety, and prevent common 1996 BMW 850Ci problems.

Bring your 1996 BMW 850Ci to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and an expert technician will begin by performing 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 850Ci’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 1996 BMW 850Ci? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your 850Ci may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your BMW 850Ci battery, and so can frequent short drives. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your 850Ci stranded. Your BMW 850Ci could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 1996 BMW 850Ci's engine run smoother. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1996 850Ci. 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 1996 BMW 850Ci? We can help with that, too!

Periodic service to the steering system in your BMW 850Ci can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. When it comes to steering and suspension, you want to catch small problems before they turn into big (and expensive) ones. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide the appropriate BMW 850Ci 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 850Ci's steering system require regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended BMW 850Ci services, you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your BMW 850Ci’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Need a new BMW 850Ci radiator? We can take care of that. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1996 BMW 850Ci maintenance.

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