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Thanks, great advice. I do trust my mechanic, he's taken care of my BMW for years.
I would like to hear more about this "IMS" thing as mentioned. Is this a recall/service bulletin issue for which I should specifically ask?
By the way, here is some info on the 60000 mile maintenance.
Here is what Edmunds says about the aforementioned service recommendation:
Part Cost
Brake fluid $11.20
Cabin air filter $36.60
Engine oil $71.39
Oil filter $15.90
Serpentine belt $49.40
Spark plugs $32.40
Total Estimated Parts Cost: $216.89
Labor Action Item Cost
Inspect Air conditioning system $5.04
Flush/replace Brake fluid $35.28
Inspect Brake lines, hoses & connections $1.01
Check fluid level Brake master cylinder $1.01
Inspect Brake system $15.12
Inspect CV joints $3.02
Replace Cabin air filter $15.12
Inspect Clutch $2.52
Inspect Coolant $1.01
Inspect Cooling system hoses & connections $5.04
Inspect boots & seals Drive axles $5.04
Inspect Drive belt(s) $1.51
Check operation Electrical equipment $10.08
Change Engine oil $18.14
Inspect Exhaust system $2.52
Inspect Fluid levels $2.52
Inspect Fuel system $5.04
Inspect Hinges, locks & latches $2.52
Check operation Lighting $5.04
Replace Oil filter $5.04
Check On-board diagnosis system $10.08
Inspect Parking brake $2.52
Check level Power steering fluid $1.01
Perform Road test $5.04
Inspect Seat belts $2.52
Replace Serpentine belt $15.12
Replace Spark plugs $60.48
Inspect Steering $5.04
Inspect Throttle system $7.56
Inspect Tie rod ends $2.52
Inspect Underbody $2.52
Inspect Wheels & tires $4.03
Check fluid level Windshield washer $1.01
Total Estimated Labor Cost: $261.07
Total Estimated Costs
Total Estimated Parts Cost For Your Area $216.89
Total Estimated Labor Cost For Your Area $261.07
Total Estimated Cost (excluding tax)*: $477.96
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