Spring is the perfect time to give your BMW the attention it deserves to ensure optimal performance and reliability throughout the season and beyond. At BMW of Birmingham, our service center is ready for your spring service needs, and all you need to do is schedule your BMW service appointment from the comfort of home. Here are five important BMW services to consider having done in spring.

With so many different parts in your car’s engine, it is easy to overlook the importance of gaskets. Below is an explanation of the different gaskets and what they do:

• Cylinder Head Gaskets - Often referred to as a head gasket, this part is responsible for preventing combustion gases from entering the cooling system. The head gasket is located between the cylinder head and the engine block. 

It's never fun when your vehicle won't start, and it always seems to happen when you're in a hurry to be some place. Oftentimes it's a dead battery, but sometimes it might be your starter that has gone bad. There are, however, a few signs that can alert you to potential starter problems.

One of the first signs that there is something wrong with your starter is if you hear a grinding noise. If you hear this noise, you will want to take care of it before you damage your flywheel. A second sign is if…

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Winter is fast approaching in many parts of the country, and that means that the time for driving in inclement weather is upon us. It's a good idea to bring your car or truck to BMW of Birmingham to have some important seasonal maintenance done before you head out on your cross-country travel to visit with family.

When it comes to caring for your tires, you have to take care of your tread. Your routine care plan includes tire rotations to ensure they all wear evenly and monitoring your tire's tread regularly to make sure it is in good shape. The BMW of Birmingham service team is willing and eager to help!

Having good tire tread is essential to your safety when driving. Tires with poor tread depth or bald tires are in danger of hydroplaning in wet weather or having a blowout. 

Your car needs fluids just as much people do, and keeping clean and appropriate levels in your car times extends the life of your vehicle. Next time you’re in the area, see us for a test drive! Here at BMW of Birmingham, we care about your safety.

As a responsible car owner, keeping yourself informed about the different fluids used in vehicles can save you a trip to the mechanic.

Our team of service technicians is always looking to assist our customers in keeping every vehicle on the road flourishing and performing to their best at all times. One area of car maintenance most of us take for granted is tire maintenance, which often includes the need for a higher quality of care than most of us consider providing.

 

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As you read this piece, it’s likely the middle of the dog days of summer. The season is coming to a close, and the kids will be back to school soon. You’re shopping around for school supplies, or if you’re lucky, enjoying the last days of summer to go on vacation somewhere exotic and fun. But don’t forget to take care of your back-to-school season car maintenance, too. 

Are you searching for the perfect part to fix up your BMW? There are a lot of options to choose from, but only one ensures an absolutely perfect fit for your vehicle: original equipment manufacturer parts.

OEM parts are genuine, certified parts that are specifically designed for your type of vehicle. Because they are created by the same manufacturer that brought you your beloved BMW, you are guaranteed quality, a correct fit, and reliability.