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1981 BMW 5 Series 528i 528e 4D Sedan Base
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Service due at 390,000 Miles| Action: | Description |
| Inspect fluid level | Windshield Washer |
| Inspect | Wheels & tires |
| Inspect | Seat belt restraint system |
| Replace | Crankcase Oil Filter |
| Inspect | Idle speed |
| Inspect | Fuel mixture |
| Inspect | Exterior Lighting |
| Inspect | Cooling system |
| Change fluid | Crankcase |
| Change fluid | Brake system |
| Inspect fluid level | Brake system |
| Inspect fluid level | Battery |
| Inspect | Air conditioning system |
| Inspect | Weather-strips |
| Inspect | Valve Lash |
| Lubricate | Throttle linkage |
| Inspect | Steering system |
| Lubricate | Sunroof |
| Inspect | PCV filter |
| Inspect | Oxygen sensor |
| Inspect | Intake manifold |
| Replace | Distributor Ignition Points |
| Inspect | Fuel injection system |
| Inspect | Fuel distributor |
| Inspect | Exhaust system |
| Inspect | Engine mounts |
| Inspect | Driveshaft(s) |
| Inspect | Drive Belt(s) |
| Inspect | Constant Velocity Joint Boots |
| Inspect | Brake system |
| Inspect | Body hinges, latches & locks |
| Torque | Air Conditioning Compressor Mounts |
| Inspect | Auxiliary air valve |
| Inspect | Wheel bearings |
| Replace | Spark plugs |
| Change fluid | Rear differential |
| Inspect | Parking Brake Shoes |
| Replace | Oxygen sensor |
| Change fluid | Manual transmission/transaxle |
| Replace | Fuel filter |
| Inspect | Clutch |
| Replace | Air filter element |
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