30 Nov Learning BMW’S Conditioned Based Services (CBS) System
Known for their precise control and Inline-6 engine, BMWs have been a giant in the automotive industry. When it comes to high-performance luxury vehicles, BMW is talked about in the same breath as Audi and Mercedes-Benz. Each vehicle that leaves their shop is built with a level of craftsmanship that you’d only expect from a German automotive engineer.
It’s due to this high level of craftsmanship that BMW’s must utilize a specific maintenance system in order to maintain its high level of performance — the Conditioned Based Services (CBS) system. By following this system, drivers will ensure that they fully maximize the performance and lifecycle of their BMW vehicle. Here’s what you can expect.
How It Works
Unlike other maintenance schedules which have you following a specific time or mile interval, the CBS system will simply let you know when there’s an issue through your BMW’s dashboard. This will place the responsibility on you, as you’ll have to schedule an appointment instead of having it prescheduled for you.
When a signal is triggered within your BMW’s CBS system, it doesn’t mean that your vehicle is in immediate danger. It is simply notifying you that something will soon need a maintenance service. There are a variety of signals within your CBS system. Here’s what you can expect:
- Oil Life
- Cabin Air Filter
- Brake Pad Wear
- Brake Fluid Condition
- Spark Plugs
- Diesel Particulate Filter*
*Only for diesel engine vehicles
One thing to keep in mind is that the lights may come on sooner or later depending on your driving habits and conditions. Those same conditions also impact how much wear-and-tear the components within your BMW sustain. The lighter the conditions, the less damage it sustains and the later you can bring your BMW vehicle in for a service.