Hybrid Car Repair & Maintenance for 2016 BMW i8

Get Top-Notch BMW i8 Maintenance Service

Don’t let unexpected car trouble get the best of you. Stay ahead of potential problems and schedule a routine BMW i8 maintenance appointment today.

2016 BMW i8 Maintenance

A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2016 BMW i8.

FAQs About 2016 BMW i8 Hybrid Systems

  • Are BMW i8 hybrid vehicle systems more expensive to repair? It depends. Some high voltage items are only available as parts of larger units. We also offer promotional financing when you use the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
  • Why is the gas mileage on my BMW i8 getting worse? We can check that for you. Poorer gas mileage from your BMW i8 could be due to a failing or bad high voltage battery pack.
  • What does an illuminated check engine light mean on my BMW i8? Your BMW i8 check engine light is trying to tell you something! It might be because there is a dirty oxygen sensor or a bad fuse. Or, something more serious could be going on, like misfiring. It's a good idea to come in for a diagnostic when you notice an illuminated check engine light.

Everyday Service for Your 2016 BMW i8

Schedule an appointment for hybrid maintenance and repair. Firestone techs know all about your 2016 BMW i8! You read that right, the technicians at the BMW dealership aren't the only people who can service your hybrid vehicle. From the front headlights to the rear tires, your hybrid 2016 i8 is taken care of with us. Put your trust in our trained technicians for routine maintenance for your 2016 BMW i8, including tire service and repair, brake pad/rotor replacement, cabin air filter replacement, A/C service, wheel alignment, and even wiper replacement. Learn more about hybrid car care here, and schedule a convenient appointment for BMW i8 maintenance.

2016 BMW i8 High Voltage Services

Every hybrid vehicle is different. Some hybrids plug-in to charge, some don't. Others have regenerative braking, but not all hybrid vehicles. And most use battery power to propel or help propel the vehicle. And did you know? Some hybrid cars come with a traditional 12-volt battery along with a high-voltage battery. With so much variation in hybrid vehicles, your 2016 BMW i8 needs someone who knows it inside and out. We've got you covered. Your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care location is ready to provide conventional and low voltage services for all hybrid makes and models, including your 2016 BMW i8.

Certain stores also provide high voltage services. A high voltage service is any service that includes removing the BMW's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call before scheduling an appointment to confirm the high voltage services at your closest location. Some of these high voltage vehicle services may include:

Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we understand the reported issues, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2016 BMW i8 in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2016 BMW i8. With the information gathered, your technician can assess your hybrid car problems and perform additional tests, if needed. We won't perform any repairs without your approval.

Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: The technician will examine your i8's battery filter (if applicable) and clean up its ducts and other pieces. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries.  Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)

High voltage cable inspection:  Your technician will look closely at the outside connectors and cable jackets on your 2016 i8 and test to confirm that high voltage isn't making its way to the chassis. They'll let you know if the cable needs replacement.

Isolation test: During this test, the technician will use a special tool to check for any high voltage components that are "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.

Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is your BMW i8's high voltage battery not as strong as it once was? Let us replace it for you.

Health check for power electronic systems: We'll review the power inverter, regenerative braking, and/or electric drive motor(s)/machine(s) in your 2016 BMW i8.

This list only mentions a handful of more unique hybrid car services that your local Firestone location may offer. Call ahead to confirm!

2016 BMW i8 Hybrid Maintenance

No need to wait for unusual smells, leaks, or noises to come from your hybrid vehicle to make an appointment. Taking care of your 2016 BMW i8 manufacturer suggested maintenance is an ideal way to help prevent major problems early on. Your local Firestone technician know how to perform i8 scheduled maintenance to help keep your vehicle running newer, longer.

We get pretty "charged up" thinking about the future of hybrid car care. You're part of our team every time you take care of your 2016 BMW i8! Make an appointment today for trustworthy hybrid vehicle service and repair for your i8. Many locations remain open into the evening and on weekends.