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BMW of Chico has relocated to 13330 Garner Lane in Chico, CA, and we invite you to visit our convenient dealership location today to experience everything BMW has to offer in Northern California! Whether you visit us for our new model selection, our high-end pre-owned BMW models, or our service center, we aim to provide the best quality customer care in the area. We work with drivers from Yuba City to Sacramento and beyond, going the extra mile for our clients every step of the way. Visit our new dealership location on Garner Lane today to get started!

When it comes to maintaining your vehicle, every model needs something a bit different. That said, there are a few things that are common among every vehicle on the road that can help ensure longevity and reduce long-term problems down the road. At BMW of Chico, we’re here to help Northern California drivers keep their cars running well for years to come.

Oil Changes

BMW is practically giving brand new tires away for free as part of their Road Hazard Tire Coverage program. It's the most unique news of this kind that's come to our BMW of Chico in seasons. Here's the a brief explanation.

Road Hazards and Tires

Roads are rough on tires in general, but nails, glass, potholes and other objects or imperfections on the road can flat out ruin even the most premium tires in record time. If such a hazard happens to your BMW tires during normal driving on a state or Chico road, BMW replaces them…

When it comes to oil changes for your vehicle, we here at BMW of Chico encourage you to listen to advice from our pros. There are many motor oil myths that are on the internet. Here is the real truth that you need to know.

Motor oil will turn different colors when its being utilized by your engine. As the additives work, the oil may turn black. This doesn't necessarily mean it needs to be changed. You can choose a type of oil (synthetic or conventional) and still be able to switch later on. You're not stuck with…

If you haven't changed a flat tire before or it's been a number of years, BMW of Chico has a list of steps that you will need to take to safely return to the road. Before you start, make sure you're parked somewhere safe that you can easily move around your vehicle.

• Wheel covers easily pop off, revealing the lug nuts that are holding your wheel on. Slightly loosen the lug nuts.
• Use your car jack to raise the portion of your vehicle up that has the flat tire.
• Take off the lug nuts that you loosened…

Did you know that you should defog your windows when it starts to rain outside to maximize visibility for your drive? Have you thought about how much space you should put between yourself and other drivers? What about the fact that you should turn off your cruise control when the rain starts to fall? These are all factors that need to be addressed for the best possible results when driving in the rain.

People are rightfully scared of Mother Nature when they are driving and trying to deal with the rain. It makes sense because we know that rainy roads…

BMW produces amazing cars and has done so for many years. Even the best cars do need routine services, such as oil changes, coolant exchanges, and more. Getting routine maintenance performed on time and at a qualified service center could improve the life and performance of a vehicle. That's where BMW service plans prove invaluable.

Paying in advance for comprehensive BMW Ultimate Care means you pre-book essential work on your vehicle. Bring the car in at the specified mileage or duration point and get the necessary maintenance done.

Your transmission is a mechanical set of gears that are mounted to the engine of your vehicle inside of a housing. Servicing your transmission is something that needs to be done at different increments than the oil.

When to Have Your Transmission Serviced

Ask our service advisors at BMW of Chico when you should have your transmission serviced as every vehicle and manufacturer have different specs on when to service the transmission. You should also bring your vehicle to our workshop if you feel like your vehicle is shifting abnormally.

Service Your Transmission at BMW of Chico

 

Your car has to have a timing belt in order to function properly. The timing belt controls the interaction between the crankshaft and the camshaft. Those two parts are used to make sure the valves function properly to let air and gas in and out of the engine as it is supposed to. Only when that is all working in tandem like this can the engine function properly and the vehicle get you where you need to go.

Consider keeping the timing belt up to date by getting it replaced approximately every 100,000 miles. 

Taking pets in the car is something that anyone who has a pet might have to do from time to time. Here at BMW of Chico, we want you to be an informed vehicle owner so that you know how to keep your car clean from pet hair. Here are a few tips from us to you to help in doing so:

Prevent Pet Hair First

Preventing the problem is always a great solution. Brush the loose hairs off your pet before putting them inside the car, and remember that if you put blankets or seat covers down you will…