Broken magnet in replacement coolant overflow tank

2002 BMW 325I
150,000 MILES • 2.5L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KIMBERLY WHYSPERS
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broken magnet in replacement coolant overflow tank , will it still work?
Jul 26, 2020 at 3:16 AM
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STEVE W.
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The level sensor likely won't work unless the magnet is only cracked but still moving. If it is broken and not moving with the float then the level light will likely stay on and cause a code.
Jul 26, 2020 at 6:23 AM
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