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Condition Value
expand_moreAir filter change interval
ActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
ActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 315 HP engine (2012.1–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
xDrive 40 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 443 HP engine (2009.8–2014.6) with each second engine oil change
All other modifications with each third engine oil change
expand_moreBrake fluid change interval
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 315 HP engine (2012.1–2014.6) after 3 years for the first time,
then every 2 years
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 443 HP engine (2009.8–2014.6) after 3 years for the first time,
then every 2 years
All other modifications every 2 years
expand_moreRecirculating air filter change interval
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2008.9–2014.6) according to service display
All other modifications at every engine oil change
expand_moreEngine oil and filter change interval
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6) Service to interval display
All other modifications according to service display
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 A 208 HP with each second engine oil change
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 A 241 HP with each second engine oil change
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 B 302 HP with each second engine oil change
All other modifications with each third engine oil change
Interior filter change interval at every engine oil change
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.5–2014.6) with each third 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 X6 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 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 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 2012 BMW X6 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2012 BMW X6 generations

In 2012 BMW offered 2 generations of the X6. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW X6 First generation LCI model years

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