Coming up to 65k miles and need to decide what services I want performed (2016 BMW 320xi)

I recently had the rear brakes replaced, oil changed and 4 new tires. I know I need the front rotors and pads replaced, I think I can get some more mileage out of the calipers. I’ll probably replace the air filter myself to save a few dollars since its one of the few things I feel comfortable doing and worth doing myself these days…

Differential fluid replacement?

Transmission fluid replacement?

Coolant replacement?

Really confused on what to do about the tranny fluid since I’ve heard many conflicting opinions.

TIA

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  • usernamesherearedumb@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Brake fluid flush & fill every 2 years; time-based not mileage. Coolant flush & fill every 2 years. I think you mean rotors, not calipers.

    Transmission fluid & filter every 60-65K miles. NOT flush! I do my diffs & transfer case at the same time. My oil change interval is 6K miles based on used oil analysis from Blackstone Labs.

    I check air filter & cabin filter every oil change, usually change them every other oil change.

    My brakes get done when they need it, my rotors are currently smooth, no scoring.

    I do all this at home, I have the tools, time, space & inclination to maintain my cars myself.

  • No_Combination7190@alien.topOPBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Thanks for the feedback. I agree on the brakes and coolant/fluids. I read somewhere calipers should last about 100k so I was thinking I would wait on those for now.

    So you’re adamant against a transmission fluid FLUSH, why is that? (Sorry if this is a dumb question)

    Also, if at this time you would suggest just the transmission fluid change, when if ever would you suggest the flush?

  • RimogardD@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    A good time for all fluids - diff, trans, brake, coolant.

    Spark plugs - always a good bet on maintenance - the more frequent change the better.

    Belt and pulley usually last up to 100-130k, so you are all set there for now.