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Car Forum / BMW Cars / November 2006E34 coolant leak - can I fix it?
Hi 1992 525i I've had since new & maintained by BMW, 116,000 mi. The car has a relatively new water pump (last major service). Noticed a small puddle of coolant on garage floor yesterday. Looked into the engine compartment and it's wet at the base of the reservoir (seems integral to the radiator on L/H side). I do not know if the reservoir is separate/removable or not, but if there is a seal at the base of it, my suspicion is that is what may be leaking. If it is separate, is it a big deal/tricky to fix myself? I've some experience tinkering with cars and a respectable set of tools. Any tips appreciated. Thanks, Nate  Signature********************************************* Why is it all the sensors seeking intelligent life are pointed away from earth? ********************************************* > 1992 525i I've had since new & maintained by BMW, 116,000 mi. The car > has a relatively new water pump (last major service). [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > Any tips appreciated. Time for a new radiator. BMW went to aluminum cores with plastic reservoirs and they're crap (although the older ones are better than newer ones.) You can even spend more money for a completely metal one rather than OEM, but it's not likely to be cost-effective given the age and miles of the car. FloydR Just crack an egg or two into it. Steve >> 1992 525i I've had since new & maintained by BMW, 116,000 mi. The car >> has a relatively new water pump (last major service). [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > FloydR > > 1992 525i I've had since new & maintained by BMW, 116,000 mi. The car > > has a relatively new water pump (last major service). [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > FloydR I'm going to look into the all metal version. I plan on having the car another 10 years or so. Thanks. Nate Signature********************************************* Why is it all the sensors seeking intelligent life are pointed away from earth? ********************************************* go here and search or post, they will solve your issues fast and properly... http://www.bimmer.info/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=10&page=1&sort=lastpost&order=&p p=60&daysprune=-1 > Hi > [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > Thanks, > Nate SignaturePosted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com > go here and search or post, they will solve your issues fast and properly... > http://www.bimmer.info/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=10&page=1&sort=lastpost&order= > &pp=60&daysprune=-1 Thanks. I had seen this link in a reply of yours on another subject and it looks encouraging. Still looking into the do's and don'ts of the forum aside from the FAQ. Nate Signature********************************************* Why is it all the sensors seeking intelligent life are pointed away from earth? ********************************************* |
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