BMW 535i xDrive Lubricate Ball Joints Costs

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How much does a Lubricate Ball Joints cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 535i xDrive Lubricate Ball Joints is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2010 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$114.99	Shop/Dealer Price$132.49 - $145.62
2016 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$94.99	Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2012 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$94.99	Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2009 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$94.99	Shop/Dealer Price$112.48 - $125.60
2014 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$94.99	Shop/Dealer Price$112.55 - $125.72
2013 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$94.99	Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2015 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$99.99	Shop/Dealer Price$117.28 - $130.25
2011 BMW 535i xDriveL6-3.0L Turbo	Service typeLubricate Ball Joints	Estimate$99.99	Shop/Dealer Price$117.94 - $131.39

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What is lubricating the ball joints all about?

Good suspension allows the wheels to move over bumps and potholes smoothly while making the car experience a very small amount of the jolt. In order for the wheels to move freely of the vehicle’s body, joints connect parts together while allowing them to move around. On parts that need to move in multiple directions at the same time, ball joints are the only solution.

Keep in mind:

To access the ball joint, wheels and brake components will usually have to be removed.
When lubricating the ball joint, the steering knuckle and other suspension components can be inspected for excess wear.
If a ball joint is covered in a rubber boot, the mechanic will make sure that the boot is still protecting the joint from dirt and debris.

How it's done:

The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands
The ball joints on the suspension system is located
The Zerk grease fittings on the ball joints are located
New grease is pumped into the grease fittings with a grease gun
The vehicle is lowered off of the jack stands

Our recommendation:

The ball joints should be lubricated when the manufacturer suggests. This information can usually be found in a vehicle’s manual. The lubricant may wear away prematurely if the joint is not properly protected. Servicing the ball joints usually requires the removal of the wheels and brakes. This allows access to other components that usually aren’t as easily serviceable. Other joints aside from the ball joint may need lubrication. Parts may be showing excess wear. The steering knuckle and control arm should be inspected as well. There are many kinds of suspension and steering components that a vehicle could have, so consult the vehicle’s manual for any model-specific repairs or services that may need to be done.

What are the common symptoms indicating you need to lubricate the ball joints?

Loud squeaking or groaning when the suspension moves or when steering
Steering or suspension seems to operate less smoothly

How important is this service?

This service is fairly important and affects crucial components in the vehicle. Proper lubrication of components is a staple of preventative maintenance. Ball joints have to be completely replaced when they become too worn, and wear happens much faster without proper lubrication.

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BMW 535i xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Renton, Washington

The experience with Charles was good, he came on time and did all the inspection but I am dessapointed because I just check the report and he didn't reflect the issue found on my car, but just a very short voice note. I can not even schedule a reparation quote because I am not sure what he found wrong with my BMW. ;(

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BMW 535i xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Spark Plugs - Santa Clara, California

Tom was very friendly and easy going. He has good sense of humor and was always on time. I wanted to get my spark plugs replaced for my 2010 BMW 5 series. However he did not have the right socket for the spark plugs. So we had to reschedule. It took 2 more appointments to finally get the right socket. It was frustrating because I had to be there for all 3 appointments for 1.5 hrs each. But we persisted and it got fixed.

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BMW 535i xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Brakes, Steering and Suspension System - Northbrook, Illinois

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