My BMW 320d (F30) at 45000 kms: Tyre change, service & other updates

During wheel alignment when installing new tyres, the tyre shop guy mentioned that the front suspension lower arm bush has a slight play.

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Hi,

My F30 320D had covered 45000 kms and it was time for new tyres. The OEM Bridgestone RFTs still had some tread left and were good for another 5000kms, but I wanted to ditch them for Non RFTs. Went for regular tubeless Continental Continental Contisport Contact5. The ride has totally transformed from the rock hard RFTs to gliding over bad roads with minimal shocks and noise.

During last service, the Service advisor at BMW mentioned that a couple of alloys were bent and out of shape. I could feel slight vibrations at high speed.

Before getting new tyres, I got my alloy rims straightened. Read about my Rim straightening and tyre change experience here.

During wheel alignment when installing new tyres, the tyre shop guy mentioned that the front suspension lower arm bush has a slight play.

Went to BMW Bird Motors Gurgaon. They checked the suspension and found that the bushes were within spec. However, they still went ahead and replaced them. Also noticed that one of the front struts was leaking. Both front struts were replaced. All work was done under warranty with no hassles. No fuss about having non rfts.

Since it was time for service, I asked them to do the service. Also, the rear cigarette lighter 12V socket was not working. Found out it was a fuse and changed it (Cost 65 Rupees).

Under service, oil & oil filter, AC micro filter, engine air filter, diesel fuel filter were changed. Car was washed.

Everything covered under BSI package.

The rear brake pads are still showing 5000 kms left. So, should be changing them at around 50K kms. The front ones lasted 34K Kms and were changed at an FNG earlier.

When my brother came from USA sometime back, I asked him to carry Textar brake pads. So I have the rear set lying with me.

Overall, experience has been great. But was a bit surprised that the front strut leaked so early. But good that it happened during warranty.

Full marks to BMW and Bird Motors Gurgaon for handling all issues promptly to my satisfaction.

Also, pampered my car with full paint correction (removing swirls, mild scratches etc.) Also, full interior cleaning along with leather seats and door panels. What a transformation it made. Looks brand new inside out. Got it done at 5C car care in Gurgaon. Pricey, but one of the best.

Currently, car is returning 15kmpl in city.

Hope to keep it till it completes 10 years in NCR.

Regards,

Vineet.

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