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Condition Value
expand_moreAir filter change interval
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 101 HP engine (1984.12–1988.8) with each service
All other modifications with each second service
expand_moreBrake fluid change interval
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 101 HP engine (1987.8–1988.8) Once a year
318 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 101 HP engine (1984.12–1988.8) Once a year
All other modifications every 2 years
expand_moreEngine timing belt change interval
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.8 L M40 B18 (184E1) 111 HP At every service II / 4 years
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.8 L M40 B18 (184E1) 114 HP At every service II / 4 years
BMW gasoline straight-4 1.6 L M40 B16 (164E1) 98 HP At every service II / 4 years
All other modifications At every second service II / 4
years
expand_moreEngine timing belt test mode
BMW diesel straight-6 2.4 L M21 D24 (246TB) 114 HP with each service II
BMW gasoline straight-6 2.0 L M20 B20 (206KA) 127 HP every 30000 km
BMW diesel straight-6 2.4 L M21 D24 (246DA) 84 HP with each service II
All other modifications not prescribed by the manufacturer
Engine coolant change interval every 2 years
Engine oil and filter change interval with each service
Fuel filter change interval with each second service
Injection pump belt change interval not prescribed by the manufacturer
Injection pump belt test mode not prescribed by the manufacturer
Rear axle differential oil change interval with each second service
Spark plug change interval with each service
Transmission oil change interval with each second service
Valve play test mode with each service

To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in BMW 3 Series Sedan service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1987 BMW 3 Series Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 1987 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1987 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 1987 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Second generation LCI model years

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