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Should I change the oil in my new BMW 520d after 1200 miles?
Hi, I have the new F10 520d BMW. The first service is only after 20,000 miles. Would you recommend an oil change at least after the first 1200 miles? I was planning to get this done by an independent BMW specialist.
Asked on 16 August 2010 by spawny
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Honest John
After 10,000 miles, yes. After 1200 miles, no.
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