2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
with each service II
2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
with each service II
2.5 si xDrive with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.7–2008.12)
with each service II
3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
with each service II
xDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
with each second engine oil change
All other modifications
with each third engine oil change
Brake fluid change interval
every 2 years
Engine oil and filter change interval
according to service display
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2009.3)
with each second engine oil change
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
with each second engine oil change
xDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
with each second engine oil change
xDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
with each second engine oil change
xDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
with each second engine oil change
All other modifications
with each third engine oil change
Interior filter change interval
at every engine oil change
Oil separator insert change interval
with each third engine oil change
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
with each service II
All other modifications
with each service I
Transfer case oil change interval
In case of error log entry, replace 54C6 transfer case oil.
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in BMW X3 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 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 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 2008 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.