2008 BMW X5 mileage

2008 X5 3.0si and 4.8i
BMW Ultimate Service™
BMW Ultimate Service leads the industry in pro-
viding owners with incredible value and peace of
mind. This service includes:
 The BMW Maintenance Program: No-cost
factory-recommended maintenance for
4 years/50,000 miles from the original in-ser-
vice date, whichever comes first.
 BMW Roadside Assistance: No-cost 24/7
on-the-road assistance for 4 years/unlimited
miles from the original in-service date. Also
includes alternate transportation and trip-in-
terruption benefits as well as trip routing
services.
 New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Limited cov-
erage for defects in materials and workman-
ship for 4 years/50,000 miles from the original
in-service date, whichever comes first.
Repairs will only be made at authorized BMW
centers using Original BMW Parts.
The BMW Maintenance Program
The BMW Maintenance Program is a benefit
designed to help reduce the cost of ownership.
The program has been devised with the follow-
ing objectives: to maximize vehicle safety, reli-
ability, and resale value by minimizing
breakdowns resulting from wear, and minimizing
cost and inconvenience by computing mainte-
nance intervals based upon the specific manner
in which each individual vehicle is driven.
2008 X5 vehicles purchased from an authorized
BMW SAV center in the United States or Puerto
Rico are covered by the BMW Maintenance Pro-
gram for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever
occurs first. Coverage begins on the date of first
retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed
into service as a sales demonstrator, service
loaner (SLP) or company vehicle, whichever is
earlier.
Any authorized BMW SAV center in the United
States or Puerto Rico will perform the sched-
uled or additional maintenance services on your
vehicle at no expense to you.
Coverage
The BMW Maintenance Program covers all fac-
tory-recommended maintenance, as determined
by the Conditioned Based Service (CBS) sys-
tem. Additional items that need replacement
due to normal wear and tear, and that are not
covered by the original New SAV Limited War-
ranty - such as brake pads, brake rotors and
wiper blade inserts - are included, provided
wear and tear exceeds BMW specifications. Any
adjustments required due to normal operating
conditions are also included. See page s4-5of
this booklet for additional information.
Exclusions from coverage include the following:
 Items reimbursable under your New BMW
SAV Limited Warranty
 Gasoline and gasoline additive
 Windshield washer additive (except when in
conjunction with scheduled maintenance)
 Tires, wheel alignment, tire balance and
rotation
 Wear and tear of soft trim items, such as:
seats, carpets, moldings, headliner, door pan-
els and all chrome trim
 Damage detected when performing the rust
perforation inspection
 Damage which results from negligence,
improper operation of the vehicle, wear and
tear or deterioration due to driving habits or
conditions, improper repair, environmental
influences, flood, accident or fire damage,
road salt corrosion, alteration, installation of
non-genuine BMW accessories, or use of
improper, poor quality or contaminated fuel.
 Altered or unreadable Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) or odometer irregularities or
vehicles where the true mileage cannot be
determined.
 Maintenance or repair after the vehicle is
deemed a total loss
 Maintenance or repairs performed by other
than an authorized BMW SAV center within
the United States or Puerto Rico
 Vehicles used in competitive events
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Oil changes performed outside the recom-
mended maintenance intervals as indicated
by the Service Interval Indicator
Maintenance Upgrade Option
Please contact your authorized BMW center for
information and availability on the optional Main-
tenance Program Upgrade for coverage up to
6 years and 100,000 miles.
Intervals
Time intervals should be followed using the
maintenance interval as indicated by the Condi-
tion Based Service (CBS) display.
Maintenance intervals on motor vehicles have
conventionally been specified based upon accu-
mulated mileage. However, driving conditions
have a major influence on routine maintenance
requirements; distance traveled is only one of
the significant factors. A vehicle driven for
50,000 miles of short trips in the city with
numerous cold starts, prolonged periods of
idling, stop-and-go driving, and high engine
speeds during acceleration requires more fre-
quent maintenance intervals than a vehicle
driven for 50,000 miles for long distances at low
engine speeds primarily at operating
temperature.
The advanced technologies at BMW have led to
the development of the unique BMW Condition
Based Service (CBS) system which computes
the actual optimum maintenance requirements
based not only upon the accumulated mileage,
but taking into account important factors such
as high or low engine speeds, short or long trip
driving, and condition of the engine oil and
brake pads.
Condition Based Service (CBS)
CBS is a further development of the Service
Interval Indicator System. Sensors and sophisti-
cated algorithms take even more detailed
account of the various conditions of vehicle use.
The remaining times for selected maintenance
tasks as well as any legally prescribed dates are
displayed to you individually:
 Engine oil 
Brakes - front and rear separately
 Brake fluid
 Vehicle check
 Required State Inspection(s)
CBS thus determines the current and future
maintenance requirements. This data can also
be read from the vehicle key by your BMW Ser-
vice Advisor and used to propose the optimum
scope of maintenance.
Disconnecting the battery during periods
of long-term storage will interrupt the
calculation of time-based services. Have all
items requiring time-based maintenance, such
as brake fluid and coolant, and possibly also the
engine oil, brought up to date by your BMW
SAV center. Also see the section on battery care
on page 15 of this statement.
Service Interval Display
Info Display screen contents
The distance remaining until your next service
briefly appears when you switch on the ignition.
The Info Display immediately switches to
its compute mode when you press one
of the two buttons in the turn signal indicator
lever.
Control Display screen contents
The current Status of Service items determined
by the CBS are shown in the Control Display.
You can also view additional information on the
service and maintenance requirements.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to select the i-menu.
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For the most current list of synthetic oils, please
contact your SAV center, or call BMW of North
America, LLC at 1 800 831-1117. You can also
obtain this information from our website,
www.bmwusa.com/.
BMW recommends that you check your engine
oil level whenever you add fuel to your vehicle. If
you need to add oil between oil changes and
are unable to obtain BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil, Mobil 1 or another special oil on
the list, use a synthetic oil with an API rating of
SH or higher.
The following maintenance elements must be per-
formed at the mileage/time stated (time intervals
begin from the vehicle’s production date):
 Brake Fluid Service: Change brake fluid every
two years, or when specified by CBS.
 Oxygen Sensor Service: The oxygen sensor
deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and
must therefore be replaced every
120,000 miles to maximize vehicle fuel econ-
omy and minimize exhaust pollution.
 Spark Plug Service: Replace at
100,000 miles.
 The engine coolant has a lifetime rating and
does not need to be changed except for sys-
tem repairs.
For your convenience, you may also wish to
have your BMW SAV center perform any neces-
sary operations to fulfill any state inspection
requirements in your area concurrent with the
maintenance elements specified above during
other repairs. Should you request more fre-
quent maintenance service, the cost of these
services will not be covered by the Mainte-
nance Program.
BMW has applied the most modern technologi-
cal advances not only to the design and produc-
tion of your vehicle, but also to computing of the
optimum maintenance interval for your type of
operations and driving style. Your BMW SAV
center has made a substantial investment in
unique BMW special service tools to enable
BMW factory trained service technicians to per-
form quality repairs on your BMW in minimal
time. Your service technician looks forward to
serving your every service need and to help
maximize your satisfaction with your BMW, its
longevity, and resale value.
Quality Certification I
For a detailed list of items inspected, refer to the
Quality Certification I form provided to the
Owner at time of delivery. A copy of the form is
on file at the selling BMW SAV center.
Maintenance summary
The CBS system will determine the requirement
for performance of the maintenance services
described on this and the following page. These
services may be required either individually or in
conjunction with other maintenance services.
Standard operations
Maintenance work:
 Brief diagnostic test
 Verify Check Control messages.
 Check indicator and warning lights.
 Reset CBS display.
 Inspect tires, check tire pressure and reset
Tire Pressure Monitor.
Engine oil
Maintenance work:
 Change the engine oil and oil filter. We rec-
ommend BMW High Performance 5W-30
Synthetic Oil P/N 07 51 0 017 866.
 Replace ventilation microfilter.
 After every 3rd engine oil change: Intake air
cleaner: replace air filter element (reduce
replacement interval in dusty operating
conditions).
 Parking brake: Check function, burnish shoes.
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Battery Care
If your X5 is driven only for short distances of
less than 10 miles over a prolonged period of
time, without an occasional drive at highway
speeds, the engine’s charging system will not
maintain the battery. Insufficient use of the SAV
could result in short term starting problems and
in the long term could damage the battery.
In case your X5 is not operated for several
weeks it is advisable to:
 consider using a proper trickle charger, fol-
lowing the charger manufacturer’s instruc-
tions, to maintain the battery’s state of
charge; or
 consult your BMW SAV center regarding bat-
tery removal. Once removed, the battery must
be charged and stored in a cool, dry place
where it can be protected from freezing. If the
battery will be stored for over 3 months, it
must be recharged every 3 months, or else it
will become damaged and useless.
Please consult with your BMW SAV center for
further guidance and information.
Corrosion Protection
Extensive corrosion protection measures imple-
mented by BMW now make it possible to offer a
twelve-year limited mileage anti-corrosion war-
ranty against rust perforation on your SAV pro-
vided that the SAV is maintained in accordance
with the provisions of the New SAV Limited
Warranty as outlined in the Warranty Section of
this Statement (page 29).
The major degree of corrosion protection is due
to the electrophoretic dip painting process
which cathodically deposits paint particles on all
body parts, attracting paint particles into the
minutest cavities or seams. Body parts are
designed to provide optimum corrosion
protection.
During manufacture, exterior body parts receive
an additional corrosion protection coat. Hood,
trunk, doors and other body parts with metal
folds are coated with PVC and sealed from the
outside. All floor panels receive a resilient coating of PVC
for maximum protection against damage due to
stones, etc.
Corrosion protection materials tested over many
years are applied to the surfaces of cavities and
to the entire underside of the vehicle during and
after assembly.
Requirements for maintaining the twelve-year
unlimited mileage anti-corrosion warranty are
outlined in the Warranty Section of this Booklet
(page 30).
Restoring corrosion protection
Please take care that anti-corrosion material is
replaced when your car is repaired after body or
chassis damage.
BMW NA will not accept any liability for any
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
Underbody maintenance
The underbody has to be cleaned at least once
a year, in spring, with plain water in order to
remove mud, chemical sediments and other
deposits. If those materials are not removed,
corrosion (rust) will occur.
Your BMW SAV center will do this anti-corrosion
service for you.
Do not apply additional undercoating or
rust-proofing on or near the exhaust
manifold, exhaust pipes, catalytic converter or
heat shields. During driving, the substance used
for undercoating could overheat and cause a
fire.
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Customer Assistance Information
Your satisfaction with our product and the ser-
vices provided by authorized BMW SAV centers
is of great importance to us. We take pride in
our product, as does the BMW SAV center who
services it. If you should ever have a question
regarding your BMW SAV center’s service or
your BMW’s performance, we recommend that
you contact your authorized BMW SAV center.
Should you travel to an unfamiliar area, the
BMW center directory provided at the time of
delivery will help you locate the nearest autho-
rized BMW SAV center. The centers listed are
equipped to help you with matters related to
your BMW vehicle.
When contacting an authorized BMW SAV cen-
ter, we suggest that depending upon the nature
of your contact, you discuss it with either the
Sales, Service, or Parts Manager.
As all matters are resolved at the BMW SAV
center level, it is important that they be given
the opportunity to provide a solution. Should
you feel that you were not provided with the
proper response, we urge you to contact the
General Manager or BMW Center Operator.
Despite the best intentions of all parties, a mis-
understanding may occur between you and your
BMW SAV center. Should this occur and you
require further assistance, please contact the
BMW NA Customer Relations Department at
1 800 831-1117 or through our website at
www.bmwusa.com. When contacting us, we ask
that you provide the following information:
 Your name, address and telephone number
 SAV Identification Number (last seven digits)
 SAV’s delivery date
 SAV mileage
 Selling BMW SAV center’s name
 Servicing BMW SAV center’s name
 Description of the problem
A BMW NA Customer Relations Representative
will carefully review all the facts involved and let
you know what further action will be taken in
conjunction with your BMW SAV center. Please
remember: the first step in resolving a complaint
is to contact the authorized BMW SAV center that performed the work on your vehicle. They
have the necessary equipment and the person-
nel to achieve this goal.
We are confident that every effort will be made
to ensure your satisfaction.
Customer Assistance – Notification
During a specific period (the earlier of
12 months or 12,000 miles, though this period
varies by state), some states require us or our
authorized BMW SAV center, to repair in a rea-
sonable number of attempts, any defect or con-
dition which substantially impairs the use, value,
or safety of a new SAV sold, leased or registered
in that state.
A “reasonable number of attempts” is generally
defined as (i) four or more attempts to repair the
same defect (the number of attempts vary by
state) or (ii) the SAV is out of service by reason
of one or more repair(s) for more than a cumula-
tive total of 30 days (this period varies by state),
except for delays created by conditions beyond
our control.
If we are unable to correct a defect or condition
covered by these statutes in a reasonable num-
ber of attempts, we may be obligated either to
replace the SAV or reimburse the owner/lessee
in an amount equal to the purchase price or
lease payments paid by the owner/lessee, less
the amount directly attributable to use of the
SAV by the owner/lessee.
You should send written notification directly
to BMW of North America, LLC of the exist-
ence of an alleged defect. Send written com-
munication to the Customer Relations and
Services Department address listed below.
BMW of North America, LLC
Customer Relations and Services Department
P.O. Box 1227
Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227
Telephone: 1 800 831-1117
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BBB Auto Line
If your concern is still not resolved to your satis-
faction, BMW NA offers additional assistance
through BBB AUTO LINE in ARKANSAS, CALI-
FORNIA, GEORGIA, IDAHO, IOWA, KENTUCKY,
MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MINNESOTA,
PENNSYLVANIA, OHIO, and VIRGINIA. BBB
AUTO LINE is a dispute resolution program
administered by the Council of Better Business
Bureaus. BBB AUTO LINE resolves disputes
through mediation or arbitration. Mediation is an
informal proceeding whereby a neutral third
party (mediator) helps the parties to find an
acceptable resolution. Arbitration is also an
informal proceeding in which an impartial third
party renders a decision after a hearing at which
both parties have an opportunity to be heard.
You can select mediation or arbitration or both.
The program is free of charge to you, the con-
sumer but there are some minimum require-
ments for participation in the program. Please
contact BBB AUTO LINE at the address or
phone number listed below for more details:
BBB AUTO LINE
4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203
1 800 955-5100
If you wish to use the program and you qualify
for participation, you will be required to provide
the following information:
 Your name and address
 The vehicle identification number (VIN)
 The make, model and year of your vehicle
 A description of the problem with your vehicle
BBB AUTO LINE will also ask you for other
information that may help resolve your concerns,
such as the purchase price of your vehicle, any
mileage at the time of purchase, the current
mileage, and copies of repair orders.
BBB AUTO LINE will notify you when your claim
has been filed. If you decide to arbitrate you may
attend the hearing in person or by telephone. You
may bring witnesses and give supporting evi-
dence. You may also submit your claim in writing
and ask for a decision on the documents you sub-
mit, without attending a hearing. BBB AUTO LINE
will usually render a decision within 40 days from
the time you file your complaint. The decision is binding on BMW NA if you decide to accept it.
BMW NA must comply with the decision within
the time frame specified by the arbitrator.
Important:
You must use BBB AUTO LINE
before asserting in court any rights or remedies
created by the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act,
(“The Act”) 15 U.S.C. Sec. 2301, et seq. You
may also be required to use BBB AUTO LINE
before seeking remedies under your state’s
“Lemon Law”. If you choose to seek redress by
pursuing rights and remedies not created by
Title 1 of Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, prior
resort to the BBB AUTO LINE is not required by
any provision of the Act.
California Residents
1.BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC (BMW NA)
participates in BBBAUTO LINE, a media-
tion/arbitration program administered by the
Council of Better Business Bureaus [4200
Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22203]
through local Better Business Bureaus. The
Arbitration Certification Program of the Cali-
fornia Department of Consumer Affairs has
certified BBBAUTO LINE and BMW NA.
2. If you have a problem arising under a
BMW NA written warranty, we encourage
you to bring it to our attention. If we are
unable to resolve it, you may file a claim with
BBB AUTO LINE. Claims must be filed with
BBB AUTO LINE within six (6) months after
the expiration of the warranty.
3. To file a claim with BBBAUTO LINE, call
1 800 955-5100. There is no charge for the
call.
4.
In order to file a claim with BBBAUTO LINE,
you will have to provide your name and
address, the brand name and vehicle identifi-
cation number (VIN) of your vehicle, and a
statement of the nature of your problem or
complaint. You will also be asked to provide:
the approximate date of your acquisition of
the vehicle, the vehicle’s current mileage, the
approximate date and mileage at the time any
problem(s) were first brought to the attention
of BMW NA or one of our dealers, and a
statement of the relief you are seeking.
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New SAV Limited Warranty —
2008 X5 (Valid only in the U.S.A.
and Puerto Rico)
Warrantor
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) war-
rants 2008 U.S. specification X5 SAVs distrib-
uted by BMW NA or sold through the BMW NA
European Delivery Program against defects in
materials or workmanship to the first retail pur-
chaser, and each subsequent purchaser.
Warranty Period
The warranty period is 48 months or
50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Warranty Begins
Coverage begins on the date of first retail sale
or the date the vehicle is first placed into service
as a sales demonstrator, service loaner (SLP) or
company vehicle, whichever is earlier.
Warranty Coverage
To obtain service under this limited warranty, the
SAV must be brought, upon discovery of a
defect in material or workmanship, to the work-
shop of any authorized BMW SAV center in the
United States or Puerto Rico, during normal
business hours. The authorized BMW SAV cen-
ter will, without charge for parts or labor, either
repair or replace the defective part(s) using new
or authorized remanufactured parts. The deci-
sion to repair or replace said part(s) is solely the
prerogative of BMW NA. Parts for which
replacements are made become the property of
BMW NA.
In all cases, a reasonable time must be allowed
for warranty repairs to be completed after the
SAV is received by the authorized BMW SAV
center.
Safety Belt Warranty - Kansas
Safety belts are covered under the BMW New
SAV Limited Warranty for defects in material or
workmanship for a period of 10 years, unlimited
mileage from the date of purchase. In order to
be eligible for this coverage, the SAV must be a
new SAV retailed in the State of Kansas and the
repair performed by an authorized BMW SAV
center in Kansas.
Other Items
Wheel alignment, balancing and wiper blade
inserts are covered up to 2,000 miles.
Items which are subject to wear and tear or
deterioration due to driving habits or condi-
tions, such as brake pads/linings, brake discs,
clutch disc, pressure plate, filters, upholstery,
trim and chrome items, paint finish, drive
belts, glass, and similar items, are specifically
limited to defects in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to the
following:
Damage which results from negligence,
improper operation of the SAV, improper repair,
lack of or improper maintenance, environmental
influences, flood, accident or fire damage, road
salt corrosion, or use of improper or contami-
nated fuel.
Damage to the engine, transmission or any
related component caused by improper shifting
of the transmission.
Maintenance services and parts when replaced
during maintenance such as spark plugs, lubri-
cants, fluids, engine tuneup parts, replacement
of filters, coolant, and refrigerant.
Failure to maintain the SAV properly in accor-
dance with the instructions in the X5 Owner’s
Manual or the Service section of this Statement,
that results in the failure of any part of the SAV.
Modification of the SAV or installation of any
performance accessories or components
attached to the SAV which alters the original
engineering and/or operating specifications or
which result in damage to the other original
components, electrical interference, electrical
short, radio static, water leaks and wind noise.
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Tires are warranted by their respective manufac-
turer as detailed in the applicable tire manufac-
turer’s warranty statements. Instructions for
proper tire care and maintenance are contained
in the X5 Owner’s Manual. Should you experi-
ence difficulty in obtaining warranty service from
a tire manufacturer, your authorized BMW SAV
center will assist you in resolving the difficulty.
Non-genuine BMW Parts - While you may elect
to use non-genuine BMW parts for maintenance
or repair services, BMW NA is not obligated to
pay for repairs that include non-genuine BMW
parts or for any damage resulting from the use
of non-genuine parts.
BMW NA will not accept any liability for any
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
This warranty shall be null and void if the
vehicle identification number has been
altered or cannot be read, if the odometer
has been replaced or altered and the true
mileage cannot be determined, if the vehicle
has been declared a total loss or sold for sal-
vage purposes, or if the vehicle has been
used in any competitive event.
General
These warranties give you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES
HEREIN. BMW NA HEREBY EXCLUDES INCI-
DENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE, FOR ANY
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, APPLICABLE
TO THIS PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitations and exclusions
may not apply to you.
Limited Warranty — Rust
Perforation 2008 X5
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) war-
rants this original SAV against defects in materi-
als or workmanship which will result in rust
perforation of the SAV body for a period of
twelve years unlimited mileage, commencing on
the date of first retail sale, or the date the vehi-
cle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or
company vehicle, whichever is earlier.
To obtain service under this warranty, the SAV
must be brought, upon discovery of any rust
perforation, to the workshop of any authorized
BMW SAV center. This authorized BMW SAV
center will, without charge for parts or labor,
either repair or replace the defective part(s). The
decision to repair or replace said part(s) is solely
the prerogative of BMW NA. Parts for which
replacements are made become the property of
BMW NA.
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE:
In order to keep this warranty in effect, the SAV
must be inspected at every BMW Inspection II
(at least every two years). Any areas requiring
preventative maintenance must be repaired.
The Inspection/Maintenance consists of:
a. Washing the chassis before inspection, if necessary, due to dirt accumulation.
b. Repairing any damages to undercoating or paint due to stone chips, gravel erosion,
scratches, or other external influences.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) makes
no other express warranty on this product
except the New SAV Limited Warranty or the
warranty as to the emission control system. THE
DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES
HEREIN.
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