BMW 530e Sedan

FCP Euro · FCP Euro · 27 Oct 2026

►Wheel bearings are a common replacement for any modern car. Thin tires and poor road conditions stress wheel bearings and wear them out over time. A worn bearing creates a loud humming or rotational noise you can hear while driving at highway speeds. Fortunately, BMW F10s and F06/12/13s use a bolt-on hub-and-bearing assembly. Wheel bearings are subject to the environment where you drive most, so replacement intervals vary. Some see failures begin around the 60,000-mile mark, while others see six digits before replacing anything. Regardless of when it happens, the replacement process is only…

FCP Euro · FCP Euro · 26 Oct 2026

►The rear brakes on your BMW F10 5-Series may be smaller than the fronts, but they're no less important. The rear brakes still account for nearly half of your big sedan's braking power; you must ensure they're healthy. If your brake pads or rotors are visually worn past their usable life, you're experiencing brake squeals, or the rear of your car is juddering under braking, it's time to replace your brake pads and rotors. Replacing your rear brake pads and rotors isn't anything overly complicated. Hand tools and an afternoon are about all you need to swap them out. Set some time aside to deal…

FCP Euro · FCP Euro · 25 Oct 2026

►An engine oil and filter change is essential maintenance. Oil keeps everything rotating smoothly within the engine, but it slowly breaks down with use. If you don't replace it at the recommended interval, excessive wear is likely. It can also leave sticky deposits that can eventually block oil flow. Without oil flow, your engine is bound to break catastrophically. The N63 is already known for oil-related issues, so it's best not to miss your oil change interval. Even with the best modern synthetic blend, 5,000 miles is about all you want to use it for. Regardless of what an oil company or au…