2003 BMW 540i

2003 BMW 540I
80,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SHARNAR
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After installing a new radiater i have to add water every day or so. their are no leaks. The engine runs fin but you can smell antifreeze.
May 8, 2009 at 10:58 PM
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DR LOOT
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did you bleed the air out of the system? and I hope you're not putting regular water in, that is a no-no, distilled water only, now about your coolant smell......... you cannot have a coolant smell without a leek, pull up your mats inside your car and tell me if the floor is wet.
May 23, 2009 at 12:48 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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At that mileage it probably needs a valley pan gasket replacement, look under the car at the bell housing, if your leak is there replace the valley pan and inspect/replace the water pump.
May 23, 2009 at 10:30 PM
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