3 Series E36 325is (M50) COUPE
Integrated expansion tank
Unfasten vent screw on expansion tank.
All bleeding occurs through vent plug on expansion tank.
Cooling system is vented after the filling procedure.
M40
Loosen additional vent screw on thermostat housing.
M52
On vehicles with M52 engines, also unfasten additional vent
screw.
Note:
Before filling, switch on ignition, set heater control to
maximum temperature and set fan to low speed. This opens
heating valves and installed auxiliary water pump runs if
necessary.
Perform filling operation slowly.
Fill expansion tank completely and wait until coolant emerges at
vent point(s) without bubbles. Close bleed screw(s).
Note:
Only use specified coolant, refer to Operating Fluids
Specification MG 17
RA Draining and topping up coolant
BMW AG - TIS
08.02.2013 12:56
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