it got overheated and the engine was rebuild but now is evaporating the coolant

2001 BMW 325I
122,000 MILES
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WILLIERIVERA2
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when you drive it and you check the coolant is almost empty but no leaks anywhere.
Apr 13, 2012 at 12:35 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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there must be a leak. have a leak down test to verify the head gasket. have it pressure tested to verify the rest of the system.

Roy
Apr 13, 2012 at 12:47 AM
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WILLIERIVERA2
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when i check the presure what is the normal presure.
Apr 13, 2012 at 2:03 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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15-18 lbs.

Roy
Apr 13, 2012 at 2:13 AM
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WILLIERIVERA2
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if is less than 15-18 what should i do?
Apr 13, 2012 at 2:27 AM
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how did you check it??

Roy
Apr 14, 2012 at 12:28 AM
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WILLIERIVERA2
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i check the pressure and is 21 what sould i do /
Apr 14, 2012 at 2:02 AM
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once again, have someone check the car with a pressure testor to find the leak. they can use dye to find it.

Roy
Apr 14, 2012 at 7:41 PM
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