BMW was established as a business entity following a restructuring of the Rapp Motorenwerke aircraft manufacturing firm in 1917. Due to the Treaty of Versailles, BMW had to cease aircraft-engine production. Therefore the company shifted to motorcycle production as the restrictions of the treaty started to be lifted in 1923. The first car which BMW successfully produced and the car which launched BMW on the road to automobile production was the Dixi, it was based on the Austin 7 and licensed from the Austin Motor Company in Birmingham, England. Its journey hasn’t been the smoothest, however in June 2012 BMW was listed at the #1 most reputable company in the world by Forbes.com. It also owns and produces Mini cars, and is the parent company of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. BMW produces motorcycles under BMW Motorrad, and plug-in electric cars under the BMW i sub-brand.
GSF Motor Works is one of the largest independent BMW car servicing workshops in Central and South-West London. In our garage the BMW car owner can have the service, repair and the maintenance of his car carried out cost effectively by our mechanics in line with the manufacturer specifications. GSF Motorworks has the latest diagnostic equipment and can carry out MOT tests as well as premium quality bodywork repairs.
ALL ABOUT YOUR BMW SERVICE
We are BMW Specialists and BMW Service centre. Hundreds of loyal customers trust us to service a BMW car similar to yours in our spacious workshop that spans across 9 servicing bays. Depending on the BMW model, be it a BMW M3, X3 or a BMW 520d, your driving style and driving conditions we apply either the Condition Based Service or the more traditional scheduled BMW Service that ranges from an oil service to an Inspection type 1 or type 2 service. In our car service workshop we can carry out your BMW MOT test as well as repairs and bodywork.
With GSF Motor Works you maintain the BMW Warranty as we strictly adhere to BMW Car Service specifications, use dealer level BMW diagnostics equipment and apply BMW approved parts and accessories. The BMW Service Cost with us is a fraction of what main BMW dealers charge. What we offer is not a cheap car service as many independent BMW garages do – we offer a trusted value for money alternative.
We serve BMW London SW, West and Central area and additional services include BMW MOT and any type of BMW Repairs.
Are you looking for a BMW car key replacement? Do you need to have your BMW checked for wheel alignment? Do you want to have dents and scratches fixed or are you looking for some more serious BMW repair? Or is it just about a simple service, and want to ensure that a proper BMW diagnostic process will be applied?
We can provide for all your vehicle’s needs. Contact us for a quote now!
Terms & Explanations
- CBS – Condition Based Service was first introduced with the BMW 7 Series and is an evolution of the service interval indicator that has featured on other models in the BMW range.
- All current models are equipped with the CBS system except for X3 and Z4.
- The CBS system is at the forefront of service innovation, and for this reason we want to ensure that you understand its principles and benefits.
- CBS sensors monitor the condition of parts such as spark plugs, filters, and brake pads as well as all operating fluids. This means your BMW only receives attention when it needs it, saving you both time and money.
- During every visit in our garage, we carry out diagnostic interrogation, we check and verify any control messages, we check indicator and warning lights on instrument cluster and we reset CBS display.
Traditional Scheduled Service Intervals
- Scheduled servicing for non-CBS vehicles
The Service Interval Indicator counts down the mileage until your next service and shows you the information you need to know on your dashboard display. Once the service is carried out our technicians will reset the indicator and then you’ll be ready to go again.
Oil-Service |
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| Change engine oil & oil filter | Handbrake |
| Heater/Air conditioner | Reset service interval indicator |
| Front and rear brake pads | |
Inspection1&2 |
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| Body/Electrical system | |
| Lighting system instrument and indication | Heater/air conditioner: change micro filter/carbon canister. |
| Field lighting, heater blower, horn, headlight flasher and hazard warning lights. | Battery: acid level, charge state |
| Seat belts: check condition of belt strap, function of inertia reel mechanism, locking reel, and belt buckle. | Body checked for corrosion |
| Engine compartment | |
| Diagnostics: Fault memory search | Fuel cooler checked for external contamination. (Type II only) |
| Change engine oil and oil filter | Replace spark plugs (if petrol). (Type II only) |
| Check coolant level | Intake silencer: replace air filter element. (Type II only) |
| Windscreen washer and intensive cleaning systems: fluid levels | At every 3rd engine oil change: (only on diesel models): Intake silencer and fuel filter are checked. |
| Steering fluid reservoir: fluid level. | Reset service interval indicator. |
| Brake fluid changed as per service indicator. (Type I only) | |
| Chassis area | |
| Brake pads: check pad thickness with measuring gauge. If needed, pads will be replaced and brake caliper cavities will be cleaned | . |
| Brake discs: check surface and thickness | Handbrake: |
| Steering components: check for clearance, leaks, damage and wear | Tyres: inflation pressures, correct if necessary (Type I only) |
| Under-body including all visible parts: check for damage, leaks and corrosion | Tyres: inflation pressures, external condition, tread depth and tread pattern. (Type II only) |
| Brake lines and connections: visually inspect for leaks, damage and correct position | Replace main fuel filter (if diesel). |
| Reset Service Interval Indicator. | |
Visual Inspection check list
Wheels & tyres (all 4 plus spare)
- Tread depth, tyre size, speed specs
- Tyre condition and alignment
Underside
- Exhaust system / catalyst (check for wear or damage, warning lights or noise)
- Steering / Suspension (visual inspection of components for excessive wear or play, tyres for uneven wear, leaks in hoses and gear, fluid levels, road test if required)
- Driveshaft / Oil leaks (includes engine mounts, active oil leaks, fluid levels)
Brakes and hubs
- Pads and discs (check for wear, thickness, any distortion, braking pulsation or pull)
- Hoses, pipes, cables (check for leaks, wear and damage)
- Brake cylinder / servo / fluid (check for leaks, wear and damage)
Lights / Electrics
- Check operation of gauges, all lights, horn
- Rear defroster and wiper operations check,
- Operation of power equipment check (locks, windows, seats, mirrors, etc.)
Under bonnet
- Engine oil (check level)
- Anti freeze (check level)
- Water / Oil / fluids (check for leaks)
- Alternator belt condition (cracks or deterioration)
- Battery health (check condition)
Other items
- Brake / Clutch / Transmission Operation
- Engine noise / smoke
Quality Control
- Check for roadworthiness:
- Brakes
- Steering / power steering
- Clutch / automatic transmission
- Shock absorbers
- Tailgate and warning lights
- Check control
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