BMW vehicles are some of the most enjoyable cars on the road, but they occasionally suffer from a reputation of greater mechanical difficulties and hard-to-find parts. You can, however, avoid these problems if you practice adequate preventative maintenance with the help of your friends at König Motorsports.
Waiting Too Long to Change Oil
You never want to wait too long to replace the oil on any make or model, but perhaps most especially for a nice BMW. How often you change oil will depend on the specific vehicle, but you should do it at least every 10,000 miles or annually (including filter replacement).
Neglecting Tire Maintenance
Tires only last so many miles, and you have to rotate them periodically to get the most of them. Otherwise, you risk experiencing one of those dreaded roadside blowouts, which always seem to happen whenever it’s dark, cold, rainy, or you’re heading somewhere important. Fortunately, this is a task we can do fast if you visit our shop on Rome Avenue in Sarasota.
Overlooking the Brake System
Here, you have to keep your eye on the brake pads and the fluid levels. If the fluid level gets too low, you might hear noises or notice a “soft brake” when you try to engage it. Whenever the pads deteriorate, you might notice squeaking or grinding, pulling to either side, or lots of vibration. Either way, this is not something you should ignore for long.
Never Doing Tuneups
Modern vehicles are complicated and possess so many moving parts. Everything from the spark plugs and filters to the coolant and transmission need either a flushing, re-filling, tightening, realignment, or replacement. If you don’t have time to do this periodically, then we’re here to assist.
Using the Wrong Fluids or Parts
Anytime you resort to “aftermarket” fluids or parts, you risk incurring problems with your BMW. We always advise our clients to come to us for help with installing the correct OEM parts, and save yourself the headache of premature deterioration, things coming loose, and several other automotive complications.
Since parts can be difficult to find for premium and luxury cars, it’s so worthwhile to know about a dependable repair shop for specialized service.
König Motorsports can help you find and install any part, and perform precise maintenance measures on your BMW. This is how you avoid the major calamities that befall luxury car owners who forget (or don’t know about) the necessities. Call us anytime to find out more about how we can service your BMW, Porsche, Maserati, or any other model at 941-925-8863.