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Old 07-04-2006, 01:43 AM
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Check coolant level - got this message on OBC this morning. Pardon my ignorance - is it the same as antifeeze level? Tks
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Old 07-04-2006, 02:17 AM
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Yes, it is. You should fill it back up and monitor the hoses, radiator, and expansion tank for leaks. Better yet, do a pressure test and see where the leak is.
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more than likely you have a leak.check around the expansion tank area for residue.
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Old 07-04-2006, 08:56 AM
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How many miles on your X? If you don't see a leak, it is possible you're burning a little coolant.
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I had this message when parked overnight on a slight incline. Never saw it again after driving about :30. (happened 3000 miles ago)_
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Coolant missing like that is normal if this is your first time. Just refill and keep an eye on it. The message will come back if you don't refill as that occurred to me before. I notice bmw burns oil often on new delivery as well as coolant being short after a period on new vehicles. If you refill it should be fine. The radiator on these bimmer has the resevoir built in and it's small. Don't be too alarmed. I refilled once on my 3 series and it's been 5 years. I have an x5 as well that is recent and I refilled after break-in just to make sure and it's coming up on a year and level is stable.
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