'16 50i - last visit to dealer before warranty expires. What should I ask for?

[mermar]

My warranty expires in a few weeks and I am taking my 2016 X5 50i in for an oil change and a version of a PPI - but lets call it a pre end of warranty inspection. Have a great Service writer - that will address anything that needs attention. Things that I have read here that go wrong with this X5 are Air Bags, Control arms (already replaced), and crankcase breather (which I think is not an issue for '16's). Anything else to replace proactively of a 16 50i??Plugs? 47k miles now.

Thanks!

[Flying Ace]

You should ask for more warranty

[MizikeTSK]

Here are a few things I brought up before my manufacturer warranty expired, even if working correctly. The more you can list the better.

Steering Column noise
iDrive knob binding
Power Seats function
Power Locks
Gasket/Seal (Oil pan/Transmission)
Coil Packs
Sun Roof function

[P1]

Definitely mention the panoramic sunroof. Although they functioned fine on both my 2011 and 2015 X5s, the cassette needed to be replaced on both.

[rok2774]

Check the side of the driver's seat (and or passenger's) for cracking above the memory buttons - they can replace that under warranty if it is cracking.

Check the wheels near the center caps for corrosion.

[alphaod]

Check for oil leaks. Rear main seal, upper oil pan, transfer case.

[AZTWW]

My engine went out less than a year after warranty. I didn't see the warning signs at the time but if yours hesitates (may or may not misfire) or has more carbon from the exhaust than usual then I would have them check cylinder compression. This is a sign of a cylinder leak and eventual failure.

As above, check for ANY oil leak. And finally cross your fingers and hope for the best.

[CT335xi]

Originally Posted by AZTWW

My engine went out less than a year after warranty. I didn't see the warning signs at the time but if yours hesitates (may or may not misfire) or has more carbon from the exhaust than usual then I would have them check cylinder compression. This is a sign of a cylinder leak and eventual failure.

As above, check for ANY oil leak. And finally cross your fingers and hope for the best.

That sucks! Did you buy a remanufactured engine or just have it repaired?

[AZTWW]

Originally Posted by CT335xi

That sucks! Did you buy a remanufactured engine or just have it repaired?

BMW stepped to the plate as my dealership was my advocate. All service performed by them since I bought it. They had documented a few occasions during warranty of me bringing it in and misfires. A early plug changed just masked the problem that was most likely always there until it finally let go.

BMW agreed to cover 75% Goodwill at their replacement costs. What ended up being a $25k repair came to just $3200 for me out of pocket. They used a brand new long block.

[CT335xi]

Originally Posted by AZTWW

BMW stepped to the plate as my dealership was my advocate. All service performed by them since I bought it. They had documented a few occasions during warranty of me bringing it in and misfires. A early plug changed just masked the problem that was most likely always there until it finally let go.

BMW agreed to cover 75% Goodwill at their replacement costs. What ended up being a $25k repair came to just $3200 for me out of pocket. They used a brand new long block.

That’s great to hear! A+ to your dealer for taking care of you!!

[mermar]

Originally Posted by AZTWW

My engine went out less than a year after warranty. I didn't see the warning signs at the time but if yours hesitates (may or may not misfire) or has more carbon from the exhaust than usual then I would have them check cylinder compression. This is a sign of a cylinder leak and eventual failure.

As above, check for ANY oil leak. And finally cross your fingers and hope for the best.

Mine does not hesitate - but I do notice some carbon that builds up on my bike rack that is hitch mounted and in the draft of the exhaust. Likely normal though. Uses about 2 qrts of oil between oil changes (I need to add oil) - but everything I read suggests this is normal.

[mermar]

Thanks for the tip on the sunroof - it works with no issues currently.

[CT335xi]

Originally Posted by mermar

Mine does not hesitate - but I do notice some carbon that builds up on my bike rack that is hitch mounted and in the draft of the exhaust. Likely normal though. Uses about 2 qrts of oil between oil changes (I need to add oil) - but everything I read suggests this is normal.

Your car sounds fine, they all use oil some more then others . The carbon is normal when going WOT ,it will run richer that’s why there so much carbon and typically the exhausts tips will have a bunch of carbon too.

[bmwx5er]

Get the PPI done with an independent mechanic..

[BDO]

Originally Posted by bmwx5er

Get the PPI done with an independent mechanic..

Pretty much the only answer... get this done, get all the faults/problems documented in writing, and take it to the dealer.