sDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–2015.6)
after 3 years for the first time, then every 2 years
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–2015.6)
after 3 years for the first time, then every 2 years
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2011.4–2015.6)
after 3 years for the first time, then every 2 years
All other modifications
every 2 years
Recirculating air filter change interval
according to service display
Engine oil and filter change interval
according to service display
Fuel filter change interval
with each second engine oil change
Interior filter change interval
at every engine oil change
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2011.4–2015.6)
With extended maintenance interval
with each second engine oil change
With shortened changing interval
at every engine oil change
Otherwise
with each second engine oil change
All other modifications
with each second engine oil change
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in BMW X1 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 2011 BMW X1 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.
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 X1 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 2011 BMW X1 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.