2003 BMW 325 Coolant Reservoir Replacement

2003 BMW 325
11,500 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DMCKENTY
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I unlocked and was able to pull of the hoses at the top and middle of the reservoir. I unlocked the bottom hose, but can not pull the reservoir up which would release it from the bottom connection/hose. It's almost like there's a vacuum. There's little (almost no) room to wiggle the reservoir and work it out.

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Feb 20, 2010 at 9:36 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Once all the screws are out it is just a matter of popping the expansion tank up out of the O-ring that is holding it. I usually use the core support and lever it up till it releases, go ahead and use a bit of force cause that's what it's going to take.
Feb 20, 2010 at 11:11 PM
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