1991 BMW 318 temperature

1991 BMW 318
142,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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KEVDONALD1969
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my temperature gauge went to red and after filling with kettle and half of water it returned to normal.after driving for a while the temperature gauge flunctuates between middle and red all the time
May 20, 2008 at 3:29 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

If you are loosing coolant. you will need to get a system pressure test done, this will help locate any external leaks. have the thermostat changed and get the radiator cleaned & flow tested.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 20, 2008 at 4:39 AM
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