locating thermostat

1996 BMW 318I
89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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GARETH
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where is the thermostat on a bmw 318 estate and its a p reg
Jan 17, 2011 at 11:55 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Remove fan coupling with fan wheel, refer to Fan Clutch, Service and Repair.
Drain coolant. Release the coolant water lines.
Remove coolant thermostat housing.

Note: Coolant thermostat is integrated in coolant-thermostat housing and can only be replaced as a complete assembly.

Replace sealing ring.



Jan 18, 2011 at 12:19 AM
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