What coolant is recommended?

[Alpha Trion]

Hey guys, Just got the coolant low indicator pop up on the dash.

1. What coolant (something I don't have to get from BMW) is recommended?

2. And is it ok to top up with a coolant other than what's in there already?


Thanks

[vtl]

I got this coolant when I did my flush, if you got the coolant from a dealer itd be a lot more expensive.

Will be ok top top up with this fluid

http://clickableautomotive.com.au/bm...e-5-litre.html

1.5L if you don't want to flush your system:

http://clickableautomotive.com.au/bm...ze-1500ml.html

I just mixed it with deionized water from Bunnings.

[claasmi]

Just buy BMW coolant from the dealer, it's only like $25.

[Alpha Trion]

Handy! Thanks for the reply guys.. Sure it's not $250 from bmw lol

[totti84]

Nah Elee, trade price from the dealer is like $15-16 for 1.5L which is 50:50 mixed with distilled water (3L in total).

[Knightelf]

Just get some demineralised water to top it off, can get it at supercheap or just from the servo...

[Alpha Trion]

Prob is I don't live anywhere near a dealer. I think i'll just go the online option!

Thanks guys

[totti84]

Originally Posted by Alpha Trion

Prob is I don't live anywhere near a dealer. I think i'll just go the online option!

Thanks guys

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Genuine-B...item3aaac06230

You're welcome

[John_01]

What is wrong with the pre-mixed coolant off the shelf at Coles?

[Alpha Trion]

lol Thanks Steve

I read topping up and mixing coolants isn't a good thing to do. BUT if it's working for you it's all good I guess hey!

[John_01]

^^ I think you are probably right. Thanks! After a bit more research I will top up with demineralised water. There are various anti corrosion inhibitors used in different coolants, so it would be silly to take chances by mixing them. Dimin water at supercheap auto is only $6 per 5 litre bottle.