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Message: <blockquote data-quote="fabianyee" data-source="post: 235509" data-attributes="member: 6">just a word of advice on those following religiously on the 25,000km service interval... The engine oil may or may not last as long in our tropical climate.... What's the consequence? You may not feel the pinch now but 3-4 years down the line, it's a different story.. Sludge build up is one big issue. If you have the opportunity, stick around when they drain your engine oil during the 25,000km service... That is if they allow you to see how bad the used oil is... And if you're a mod kaki who has changed to after market air filter (open pod, filter panel replacement etc.), then your oil will tend to get dirty faster as well... Remember that engine oil performs 2 functions, cleaning and lubricating... And it turns black because it's performing its cleaning duty. The more it cleans, the 'dirtier' the oil is. and when it thickens, it will slowly turn into sludge.. However, u don't have to consider my theories and assumptions. Just stick around and insist to see the used engine oil being drained from your car. If you think you're ok with what you saw, then it's not an issue. But if you feel that that's not how you should maintain your precious ride, you can always change the oil somewhere in between the scheduled services. Always use BMW approved oil and the spec specified. If possible, bring it back to the authorised service centre. I'm not sure what's their company service policy, but if you're willing to pay for a mid-interval oil change, would they entertain your request??? Or would they refuse out right?  I know in US people buy and drive cars without servicing them till it breaks.. Then they move on to another car.. But cars are cheap there... <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> They don't need 5-7 years car loan... <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite7" alt=":p" title="Stick Out Tongue    :p" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":p" /> Most of the new cars cost less than 6 months worth of salary for most average income earners.</blockquote>

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