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When should I get my BMW X5 SUV's oil changed? You're not the only BMW X5 owner asking this core maintenance question. 

BMW electric vehicles may require less maintenance, but you'll still need to visit our San Jose service center on a regular basis. Learn more about recommended services for BMW EV models and how Stevens Creek BMW continues to electrify your journey for the long haul.

Winters in the Bay Area are mild, but there are key services to assist your BMW as the weather changes. When you visit the Stevens Creek BMW service center — located between the Lawrence and San Thomas Expressways in western San Jose — you can get your luxury vehicle ready for winter. See us in San Jose for BMW winter service.

Trust Northern California's Ultimate BMW Dealer now and in the miles ahead, no matter which stage of ownership you're at. From luxury car buying to certified BMW service, you can count on our expertise. Discover the Ultimate Driving Machine® of your dreams at Stevens Creek BMW, or secure the financing, BMW parts, and service required in the upcoming miles.

Located along Stevens Creek Boulevard in western San Jose, we're able to serve all Bay Area drivers and BMW owners. Our Santa Clara Valley customers can find the local San Jose BMW experts near the Westfield Valley Fair…

Looking for an opportunity to shop for a new or pre-owned BMW? Desperately in need of a maintenance appointment or repair on your vehicle? Enjoy the no contact resources offered by your San Jose area BMW dealership, Stevens Creek BMW. In order to maintain your safety, as well as the safety of our staff, we're offering a variety of online tools that make shopping for and servicing your BMW much easier. 

You might also hear summer tires referred to as performance tires. The reason is that they are designed to perform well in less than optimal driving conditions, such as rain. If you live in an area that does not get extreme winter weather, then you should consider driving with summer tires all year long. They excel at gripping the pavement, especially in the rain.

If you live in an area that gets extremely hot during the summer, the material that summer tires are made of maintains the stiffness of the tires so that they do not give too much in…

Your car or SUV is an excellent example of a modern engineering marvel. That doesn't mean that you should ignore the manufacturer-recommended service intervals for your vehicle. If you're like most drivers in the Santa Clara, CA area, your automotive knowledge may extend only to getting your oil changed every so often. However, there are other items that you'll need to inspect, repair, or replace from time to time, including your belts and hoses.

Bring your car to our BMW service facility so that we can inspect your belts and hoses. If may be time to replace…

Your car's air filters serve a vital purpose: they keep harmful debris out of circulation from your cabin and engine. If you don't keep up with the recommended car maintenance schedule for your make/model, you could start to notice changes in your car's performance and comfort. Let the Stevens Creek BMW team help you replace your cabin and engine air filters, as needed.

You deserve clean air to breathe, as does your vehicle. Your filters catch dust, debris, mold spores, pollen, and more so that you can breathe easier. 

There are many maintenance issues that can arise and present a danger to health as well as vehicle operation. One such issue occurs when there is a breakdown in the exhaust system resulting in a leak. There are signs, however, that can clue you to the presence of an exhaust leak.

One sign to look for is the sound of hissing and popping when the car is in operation. 

If you are having an issue with your tire pressure light becoming illuminated over and over and you know the issue isn't actually the pressure in the tire, there are some other things that might be the culprit.

Santa Clara is a place that can have a change of temperature quite suddenly during certain parts of the year. When that temperature changes quickly, it can read as though the tire is losing pressure.