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12-20-2007, 11:48 PM | #1 |
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New Car Driving Tips
Hi all,
I picked up my new car on Monday (320i Exec). I love the car !!! What I want to know is, is there anything special I need to do in the initial stages. I have been keeping the revs low and not pushing the car too much. Is this what I should be doing?? When do u guys recommend I do the first oil change, car says first service is at 25k Your advice appreciated Sean |
12-21-2007, 01:57 AM | #2 |
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I usually drive 1500kms under 4,500RPMs at varying RPMs. with a few times going over it...
then I get my oil changed and make sure nothing is wrong with the car... after that I drive it the way it was meant to be driven
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12-21-2007, 06:30 AM | #3 |
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Hi,
I have been keeping the car below 4,000RPMs. I have driven just under 500km now. So I should keeping doing what I'm doing now. Do I take it to BMW for the oil change after 1500km ?? |
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12-21-2007, 03:04 PM | #4 | |
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Would suggest you buy a filter from the dealer; oil is cheaper at Repco etc. Just ensure it is BMW Longlife synthetic approved (it will be printed on the container). Once you have the above just get a local midas or similar to do it for you. |
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12-22-2007, 12:37 AM | #5 |
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Hi ... Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your purchase. Good to see another Brisbane member on this site. Stay tuned for a Brisbane meet in the new year.
I wouldn't worry about changing the oil at 1500 klms but I would recommend at 10 - 15,000. I found the car felt more free after 10,000klms. Enjoy your purchase. |
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12-22-2007, 01:52 AM | #6 |
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Thanks for all your comments guys. Looking forward to being part of this forum and learning a lot about about my car.
Brisbane meet sounds great. Will the dates be posted here ?? |
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