Water pump change on 3.0

[X5Andrew]

Hey guys it is that time for me. I am getting a pump and t-stat. I was going to tackle this myself and was wondering if anyone had a step by step. I did a search but came back with a zillion results. Didn't seem to find a post on step by step.. sorry if I missed it.

Anyway, one other question. Do the seals come when you buy the pump and t-stat... Looks like they do from the picture but wanted to be sure.

Also, what antifreeze do you guys use?

[Zulu95]

Ask your supplier about the seals in case they are treated and charged as separate items.
BMW anti-freeze works real good and you know it will not harm your engine.

[Eurosport]

seals come with the pump and thermostat as well
i didn't know about that as well and ordered new seals at the time too
but they were only a few bucks oh well

as far as writeup here's a good one
http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/209627


antifreeze BMW 50/50 distilled water

[Eurosport]

since you said 3.0 (missed that doh)
here's more diy
http://tuningemotion.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2471

[mrbmwx5]

here more DIY on 3.0 http://www.bavauto.com/newsletter/20...als.pdf#page=4

[X5Andrew]

Thanks Guys... You Rock