Checking & adding engine coolant DIY

Seamus · 09-21-2015, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by dailowill

It's probably really deep inside the coolant reservoir. Did you check with a flash light or top off the coolant?

there was a yellow marker/symbol inside that said "MAX" or something to that effect. So i added about .25l until the coolant reached that. Hopefully that works

dailowill · 09-21-2015, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jamesey271975

there was a yellow marker/symbol inside that said "MAX" or something to that effect. So i added about .25l until the coolant reached that. Hopefully that works

It seems like BMW decided to change their coolant indicator between certain models or years.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=716484
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1079174

I think you're good.

Seamus · 09-21-2015, 03:25 PM

His car is exact same model as mine and coolant tank looks identical!

thanks mate

thechidz · 10-24-2015, 09:15 AM

Thank you! Mines low so I'm adding a few ounces of distilled water

thechidz · 10-24-2015, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by jamesey271975

ive been getting the low coolant warning for the last 3 days. checked it today and theres no dip stick in there? WTH?

Mine also looked like it wasn't there until I added a few cups of distilled water and it popped back up. I am going to grab some bmw coolant and do a 50/50 mix if it gets low again

Dackelone · 10-24-2015, 03:07 PM

Here is a good video on how important it is to use the "correct" fluid in German cars. I know this is for VW's but it also applies to BMW cooling systems too.

bmw1racer · 05-28-2016, 09:17 AM

Heads up: One gallon coolant (BMW #82141467704) on sale at Amazon... $25.90 with free shipping.

http://www.amazon.com/BMW-8214146770...=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

ianc · 06-08-2016, 05:57 PM

$19.98 at getbmwparts.com. Got to pay shipping though...

ianc

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