Car Techniks
Better Service For Less. Since 1981 Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Preventative maintenance

BMW

We have found that preventative maintenance and regularly scheduled service is of utmost importance in order to retain your newer BMW's performance and reliability. Preventative maintenance also allows for cost savings and peace of mind. We also honor most extended warranty programs and can make them work for you. Here at Car Techniks, we want you to have the Ultimate Ownership Experience, not a financial nightmare when things go wrong.
ASE Why Car Techniks?

At Car Techniks it is our philosophy to maintain each car as if it were our own. This practice has proven to be the number one reason why our customers continue to enjoy their BMW whether it's a 1973 3.0CSi or a 2004 M3. Our service rates are also 25% less than most dealers in the area. This has allowed our customers to enjoy incredible service at affordable prices. Stop in for an oil change or to see why that "Check Engine" light is on, no appointment needed!
ASE ASE Certified Technicians

The key to top notch automotive repair and troubleshooting lies in a thorough understanding of what's actually going on under the hood. Sure, you know that a radiator keeps your engine cool, but understanding how it keeps it cool can be a huge help in troubleshooting a cooling system problem. If you know which parts perform what function, your powers of diagnosis will be much more powerful.

That's why we employee ASE Certified Technicians, there credentials symbolize our commitment to our customers in both quality of work and ethical practices.

  BMW Interval-based & scheduled Maintenance Service  
BMW You will not let just anybody drive your pride and joy, so do not let just anybody service it. Let Car Techniks trained technicians put their expertise to work on restoring your BMW to peak performance. Our technicians are not only specially trained in the care of all BMW vehicles, but also use only genuine BMW parts, ensuring that your BMW gets the professional, quality care it deserves.

Unlike other cars whose service intervals are based purely on mileage traveled, BMW's service interval based system measures maintenance requirements based on actual use of the car and the conditions in which it has operated. These are then displayed on the on-board Service Interval Indicator, allowing you to cut costs on unnecessary services.
Continually working to improve diagnosis methods, we are pioneering new forms of Service processes that will lead you into the next generation of truly individualised Service Maintenance.

INTERVAL BASED SERVICE PACKAGE LIST

Oil Service with Safety Check

  • Engine Compartment
    • Change engine oil and renew filter element
    • Reset Service Indicator
  • Air conditioning system
    • Renew microfilter / activated charcoal filter *
  • Brakes
    • Brake Discs / Pads: Check overall thickness condition & surfaces with a measuring gauge *
    • Parking Brake: Check lever travel, adjust according to directive if necessary *
    • Alloy wheels: Grease centre hub *
  • Tires
    • Check tires and wheels: external condition on both sides, depth of thread condition, tire pressures (including spare wheel), correct sizes.
  • Steering
    • Check steering: steering box, steering linkage, joint disc, threaded connections, freedom from leaks, tension of power steering V-belt.
  • Seat belt
    • Check seat belts: condition & correct operation.
  • Fluids
    • Check radiator coolant & top up if necessary.
    • Check brake reservoir fluid and top up if necessary.
  • Electrical
    • Check lighting system.
    • Check instrument & inscription lighting telltale & warning lights.
    • Check battery acid level / display (magic eye) and density & top up if necessary.
    • Check windscreen wipers & washer: wiper blades & washer jet settings.
    • Check warning systems: horn, turn indicators, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, headlight flasher, rear fog light, alarm system
  • Parts & Materials Replacement
    • Fully synthetic engine oil
    • Oil Filter
    • Microfilter/activated charcoal filter *
Inspection I

  • Engine Compartment
    • Brief diagnostic test / call up the faults *
    • Change engine oil & renew filter element.
    • Renew spark plugs. *
    • Check valve clearances & adjust if necessary.
    • Reset service indicator.
    • Power steering: Check oil level, inspect for leaks, top up if necessary.
  • Air-conditioning system
    • Renew microfilter/activated charcoal filter. *
  • Brakes
    • Brake pads: check pad thickness with a measuring gauge, clean calliper apertures.
    • Brake discs: check surface condition & thickness
    • Parking brake: check lever travel, adjust according to directive if necessary.
    • Brake lines & unions: inspect for leaks, damage & incorrect positioning.
    • Alloy wheels: grease centre hub. *
  • Tires
    • Check tires and wheels: external condition on both sides, depth of thread condition, tire pressures (including spare wheel), correct sizes.
  • Steering
    • Steering components: check for freedom from play, leaks, damage & wear
  • Seat Belt
    • Check seat belts: condition & correct operation.
  • Fluids
    • Check coolant level & concentration: renew coolant as recommended by manufacturer's directives.
    • Brake Fluid: renew according to service interval indicator display or as recommended by manufacturer's directives.
    • Check brake reservoir fluid & top up if necessary.
    • Check steering fluid & top up if necessary
    • Check washer fluid & top up if necessary.
    • Self-levelling suspension: check oil level & top up if necessary. *
  • Body
    • Check for corrosion (except body cavities).
    • Underbody including all visible parts: check for damage, leaks & corrosion.
    • Exhaust system: check condition, positioning, mountings & freedom from leaks. *
    • Door & lid catches: check condition & function, oil & grease if necessary. *
    • Trigger off roll-over protection system (convertible) at diagnosis interface. *
    • Renew the M Mobility System sealant can as recommended by manufacturer's directives.
  • Fuel
    • Fuel lines, fuel hoses & tank: check for incorrect location, poor condition & leaks.
  • Electrical
    • Check lighting system
    • Check instrument & control lighting & heater blower.
    • Check operation of horn, headlight flasher & hazard warning flashers.
    • Check battery acid level / display (magic eye) and density and top up if necessary.
    • Check windscreen wipers and washer: wiper blades & washer jet settings.
  • Final Inspection
    • Check items affecting Road Safety: Clutch/Automatic transmission, springs & shock absorbers, bed down pads for parking brake, steering/power steering, telltale & check control.
  • Parts & Materials Replacement
    • Fully synthetic engine oil
    • Oil filter
    • Microfilter/activated charcoal filter*
    • Spark plugs*
    • Brake fluid, anti-brake grease, brake cleaner, washer additives & coolant.
Inspection II

Includes all items for Inspection I, plus the following checks & maintenance works:
  • Engine compartment
    • Renew spark plugs.
    • Intake air silencer: renew air cleaner element.
    • Renew timing belt as recommended by manufacturer's directives. *
  • Air conditioning system
    • Renew recirculated air filter. *
  • Brakes
    • Parking brake: check lining thickness.
  • Lubricants
    • Renew oil in manual gearbox/automatic transmission & rear-axle final drive. *
  • Final inspection
    • Halfshafts: check for leaks at flexible gaiters.
    • Check clutch driving plate for wear
  • Parts & Materials Replacement
    • Fully synthetic engine oil
    • Oil filter
    • Microfilter/activated charcoal filter
    • Spark plugs
    • Air filter
    • Brake fluid, anti-brake grease, brake cleaner, washer additives & coolant
    • Manual gearbox oil/automatic transmission oil & rear axle oil. *
    • Axle washer (gasket ring) & automatic transmission washer (gasket ring)
Other Services Offered

  • Engine Repair
  • Air Conditioning
  • Electrical Diagnostic and Repair
  • Complete Exhaust Repair
  • Emissions Failures Repair
  • Brakes & Shocks/Struts
  • Coolant System Flush (every 2-3 years)
  • Computerized 4 Wheel Alignment
  • Computerized 4 Wheel Balance and Rotation
  • Pre-Purchase Evaluation/Health Check
  • Health Check With Scanner Test
  • Full Service Hand Car wash and Detail
We service all European and Asian cars. Some repairs cannot be priced out over the phone without seeing the vehicle first but we will always try our best to answer your questions.

Note: Items marked with * are applicable to certain model types. Some models may differ in their requirements. Please consult your Owner's Manual for complete information.