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      12-12-2020, 01:40 PM   #1
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Break-in service fluids detailed question

I'm having fun doing most of my own service work on my trusty old daily driver, '06 330i, have always been nervous about relying on dealer service depts during the warranty period...

Just passed the 1200 mile mark on my '20 M2C, took it to the local dealer for break-in service and they gave me a receipt showing the parts they replaced. I'm confused, hoping someone can have a look and chime in with expert analysis ;-)

11 42 7 854 445 - SET OIL-FILTER ELEM (this is the oil filter, makes perfect sense, the filter would have trapped stuff that is what this service is intended to remove, right? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/11427854445/


83 22 2 357 992 - SAF-XJ. I looked this up online and the search results came back showing this is differential gear oil. No mention of how much was used. I'm surprised with this one, is this normal? Is diff gear oil a normal maintenance item for M2C or am I special? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...j/83222357992/


33 11 7 525 064 - SCREW PLUG WITH O-RI. Google search gave results showing this is the differential oil drain plug. Is this also normal, given that they added fluid? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/33117525064/


So my biggest question is this - I thought one of the reasons for the break-in service was to replace the original engine oil itself. But it looks like all they did was replace the filter. Aren't they supposed to also change the engine oil during the break-in service? If so, is it possible they just forgot to list it, or did the mechanic actually miss this?

I'd call the service dept and ask, but wanted to get independent verification first. Should I be concerned about the diff fluid and no engine oil change?
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I'm having fun doing most of my own service work on my trusty old daily driver, '06 330i, have always been nervous about relying on dealer service depts during the warranty period...

Just passed the 1200 mile mark on my '20 M2C, took it to the local dealer for break-in service and they gave me a receipt showing the parts they replaced. I'm confused, hoping someone can have a look and chime in with expert analysis ;-)

11 42 7 854 445 - SET OIL-FILTER ELEM (this is the oil filter, makes perfect sense, the filter would have trapped stuff that is what this service is intended to remove, right? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/11427854445/


83 22 2 357 992 - SAF-XJ. I looked this up online and the search results came back showing this is differential gear oil. No mention of how much was used. I'm surprised with this one, is this normal? Is diff gear oil a normal maintenance item for M2C or am I special? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...j/83222357992/


33 11 7 525 064 - SCREW PLUG WITH O-RI. Google search gave results showing this is the differential oil drain plug. Is this also normal, given that they added fluid? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/33117525064/


So my biggest question is this - I thought one of the reasons for the break-in service was to replace the original engine oil itself. But it looks like all they did was replace the filter. Aren't they supposed to also change the engine oil during the break-in service? If so, is it possible they just forgot to list it, or did the mechanic actually miss this?

I'd call the service dept and ask, but wanted to get independent verification first. Should I be concerned about the diff fluid and no engine oil change?
ofcourse they should change engine oil thats the whole point of break in service and also they should change differential oil

talk to your dealer ASAP and ask them to change oil as you are not sure. Don't let them get away by saying it was changed but not printed on paperwork
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Weird they didn't list the oil. Might simply be a oversight, but it's better to call them and be safe than sorry. The rest is normal, see attached.
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Oil and filter change, diff fluid change, visual check of old fluids, multi point inspection, and reset of the break-in service diagnostics. I recently had mine done and they did all this plus the tech sent me a video of all the checks he did while the car was on the lift. So before I left the dealer I watched the video to see everything he checked. Nice service offering.
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Oil and filter change, diff fluid change, visual check of old fluids, multi point inspection, and reset of the break-in service diagnostics. I recently had mine done and they did all this plus send the tech sent me a video of all the checks he did while the car was in the lift. So before I left the dealer I watched the video and caping see everything he checked. Nice service offering.
My dealer does a video also for every service.
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I'm having fun doing most of my own service work on my trusty old daily driver, '06 330i, have always been nervous about relying on dealer service depts during the warranty period...

Just passed the 1200 mile mark on my '20 M2C, took it to the local dealer for break-in service and they gave me a receipt showing the parts they replaced. I'm confused, hoping someone can have a look and chime in with expert analysis ;-)

11 42 7 854 445 - SET OIL-FILTER ELEM (this is the oil filter, makes perfect sense, the filter would have trapped stuff that is what this service is intended to remove, right? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/11427854445/


83 22 2 357 992 - SAF-XJ. I looked this up online and the search results came back showing this is differential gear oil. No mention of how much was used. I'm surprised with this one, is this normal? Is diff gear oil a normal maintenance item for M2C or am I special? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...j/83222357992/


33 11 7 525 064 - SCREW PLUG WITH O-RI. Google search gave results showing this is the differential oil drain plug. Is this also normal, given that they added fluid? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/33117525064/


So my biggest question is this - I thought one of the reasons for the break-in service was to replace the original engine oil itself. But it looks like all they did was replace the filter. Aren't they supposed to also change the engine oil during the break-in service? If so, is it possible they just forgot to list it, or did the mechanic actually miss this?

I'd call the service dept and ask, but wanted to get independent verification first. Should I be concerned about the diff fluid and no engine oil change?
Yes of course oil change along with rear differential. And also reset the break in service indicator. I'd be surprised they didn't change the oil. Call them
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Thanks, guys. I'll call Monday. Will also ask about the video, what a great idea!
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Does the dealer also do something with the computer to give full power, or is that just a rumor that I've heard somewhere?
Maybe they misunderstood the service indicator reset?
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For what its worth I just had mine done on Friday and I have the same items listed on my invoice and no part number for oil. I do also have a separate labor section listing "oil change, rear diff fluid change and reset service light".

I'm 99% the oil was done because I opened the hood when I got home and saw clear indication of spillage when refilling oil and where they subsequently wiped it down.
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Yes of course oil change along with rear differential. And also reset the break in service indicator. I'd be surprised they didn't change the oil. Call them
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Does the dealer also do something with the computer to give full power, or is that just a rumor that I've heard somewhere?
Maybe they misunderstood the service indicator reset?
No power changes. Only launch control is activated now.
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Thanks again for the replies, guys. I called and the service advisor looked up the more detailed work record and it showed engine oil was replaced with fresh 0w30. The technician didn't include it on the invoice, which the SA said meant they wouldn't get reimbursed for the oil itself. Not sure if that last bit is true, but I'm satisfied with the SA's response that the engine oil was indeed changed.

I drove her pretty hard yesterday, down backroads of San Diego county where I could open up a bit. Wow, she gets from 50 to 100 mph in no time flat! This car is the most fun I've had in quite some time.

Haven't tried launch control yet...
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Thanks again for the replies, guys. I called and the service advisor looked up the more detailed work record and it showed engine oil was replaced with fresh 0w30. The technician didn't include it on the invoice, which the SA said meant they wouldn't get reimbursed for the oil itself. Not sure if that last bit is true, but I'm satisfied with the SA's response that the engine oil was indeed changed.

I drove her pretty hard yesterday, down backroads of San Diego county where I could open up a bit. Wow, she gets from 50 to 100 mph in no time flat! This car is the most fun I've had in quite some time.

Haven't tried launch control yet...
What dealership did you pick her up at?
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