Hey guys. I used the search function to no avail  I couldn't find any information about how to change coolant on the m roadster. Recently I performed some of the other basic fluid changes like brake and differential, but I have yet to do the transmission, coolant and power steering. I am now nearing 50k so I'm probably overdue. If anyone has a writeup for draining and filling coolant that would be eggzelent  |
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Check in DIY. The procedure is the same on all the 3 based cars.
BTW dealer should have done it at 2 - 3 years under teh maintenance agreement.
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- Put the car on blocks
- Remove under-tray
- Put catch pan under radiator
- Undo bung
- Undo coolant cap
- Wait
- Undo block bung behind the friggin O2 sensor - just loosen it - damn near impossible at any rate
- If you want to get it done now - undo bung
- Take shower to get coolant out of hair
- If you can wait, just undo the bung enough so it drips
- Come back tomorrow and tighten block and radiator bung
- Fill with 50/50 BMW coolant and distilled water and purge system. Should take about 2 gallons(?) total.
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Thanks for the tips guys. I found this helpul guide with photos while searching at the DIY section. So for my 2001 M Roadster, I can follow this guide verbatim?
http://www.bmw325i.net/maint_coolant_change.shtml
I hope the previous owner had the dealer perform the service as I've only owned the car for about a year.
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I found another one too! Please let me know which one is the better guide of the two for my car!!
http://www.logun.org/radflush.htm
Is it true that the 2001-2002 model years have no vent plugs on radiator and thermostat housing and that the cooling system is vented during the whole procedure?
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No vents on the radiator and thermostat housing. Just take cap off and leave it off.
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coolant change flush on '01 m roadster?