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= BMW E36 Inspection I & Inspection II =

== Inspection I ==

Inspection I is BMW's intermediate service and includes the following checks and maintenance items.

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! Service Item
! Description
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| Engine Oil & Filter
| Replace engine oil and oil filter.
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| Cooling System
| Inspect radiator, hoses, expansion tank, and coolant level.
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| Drive Belts
| Inspect for wear, cracks, and proper tension.
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| Brakes
| Inspect pads, rotors, hoses, and fluid level.
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| Steering & Suspension
| Check tie rods, ball joints, bushings, shocks, and mounts.
|-
| Tires
| Inspect tread depth and tire pressures.
|-
| Battery
| Check battery condition and terminals.
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| Lights
| Verify operation of all exterior and interior lighting.
|-
| Windshield Washers
| Check fluid level and wiper blade condition.
|-
| Road Test
| Verify vehicle operation and check for unusual noises.
|}

== Inspection II ==

Inspection II includes all Inspection I items plus the following additional services.

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! Additional Service Item
! Description
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| Air Filter
| Replace engine air filter.
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| Cabin Microfilter
| Replace cabin air filter.
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| Fuel Filter
| Replace fuel filter.
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| Spark Plugs
| Replace spark plugs.
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| Differential Inspection
| Check for leaks and condition.
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| Driveshaft Inspection
| Inspect guibo, center support bearing, and U-joints.
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| Exhaust System
| Inspect exhaust system, mounts, and heat shields.
|-
| Parking Brake
| Inspect and adjust parking brake operation.
|-
| Underbody Inspection
| Inspect brake lines, fuel lines, and chassis components.
|-
| Diagnostic Check
| Check service indicators and stored fault codes.
|}

== Recommended E36 Maintenance ==

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! Item
! Recommended Interval
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| Brake Fluid
| Every 2 years
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| Coolant
| Every 2-3 years
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| Manual Transmission Fluid
| Every 30,000-60,000 miles
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| Differential Fluid
| Every 30,000-60,000 miles
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| Water Pump
| Every 60,000-100,000 miles
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| Thermostat
| Every 60,000-100,000 miles
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| Cooling System Overhaul
| Every 80,000-100,000 miles
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| Suspension Refresh
| Around 100,000 miles
|}

== Service Schedule ==

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! Service
! Typical Interval
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| Oil Service
| 5,000-7,500 miles
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| Inspection I
| Approximately 15,000 miles
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| Inspection II
| Approximately 30,000 miles
|}

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