2006 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 156

156nThe BMW Maintenance System From the point of view of maintenance, 62,000 miles/100,000 km accumulated in short-distance urban driving are not the equivalent of the same distance covered at moderate speeds in longdistance highway travel. As a precaution against corrosion, it is advisable to have the body checked for damage from rocks or gravel at the same time, depending upon operating conditions. Have your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center do the maintenance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is confirmed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries will constitute your proof that the vehicle has received regular maintenance. They are also required for warranty claims.< 390us008 The BMW Maintenance System includes the Engine Oil Service and Inspections I and II. Determining the maintenance intervals according to the actual loads on the vehicle covers every kind of operating situation. However, even those who drive only short distances, significantly less than 6,000 miles/10,000 km annually, should have the engine oil changed at least every 2 years since oil deteriorates over time, regardless of use. The BMW Maintenance System helps maintain the road and driving safety of your BMW. Please keep in mind that regular maintenance is not only necessary for the safety of your vehicle, but also plays a significant role in maintaining the resale value of the vehicle. Service Interval Display Conventional systems rely solely on distance traveled to determine when service is due. The BMW Maintenance System, on the other hand, began many years ago to take the actual conditions under which the vehicle is driven into consideration. After all, different drivers can accumulate mileage in very different ways. Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models/Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models For additional information on maintenance intervals and procedures, please refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Car care For all information on this subject, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG