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Condition Value
Air filter change interval with each second service
Automatic gearbox oil change interval with each second service
Brake fluid change interval every 2 years
Engine timing belt change interval At every service II / 4 years
Engine timing belt test mode not prescribed by the manufacturer
expand_moreEngine coolant change interval
All other modifications every 3 years
Engine oil and filter change interval with each service
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
BMW diesel straight-6 2.5 L M51 D25 (256T1) 114 HP with each second service
BMW diesel straight-6 2.5 L M51 D25 (256T1) 141 HP with each second service
BMW diesel straight-4 1.7 L M41 D17 (174T1) 89 HP with each second service
All other modifications with each second service II
Interior filter change interval with each service
expand_moreRear axle differential oil change interval
BMW diesel straight-6 2.5 L M51 D25 (256T1) 114 HP with each second service II
BMW diesel straight-6 2.5 L M51 D25 (256T1) 141 HP with each second service II
BMW diesel straight-4 1.7 L M41 D17 (174T1) 89 HP with each second service II
All other modifications with each second service
Transmission oil change interval with each second service II

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 1997 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 1997 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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