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04-25-2009, 09:54 AM
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Noob Coolant Reservoir Question
I like the rig a lot but to my dismay after driving it a couple days my Low Coolant alert came on in the dash. I added coolant and it went away - only to come back a couple weeks later. I don't see ANY leaks/wetness anywhere but I do see a great deal of white residue around the reservoir and I suspect that maybe it's going bad... I was hoping the guys that had seen this before can take a look at the pic and tell me if they'd seen it before and what to do - if I need a new reservoir, I'd appreciate any advice on where to pick one up that's not OEM (or maybe even used) so I don't get charged my firstborn. Thanks in advance folks. -Tim 
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04-25-2009, 10:03 AM
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:welcome: to Xoutpost!
I would get the expansion tank and a new radiator cap from here. And be careful with the plastic portion of the vent hose that goes around the top, they are easy to snap when they get older...
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04-25-2009, 04:57 PM
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And yes, those would appear to be the culprits.
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"When you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all" (Bender, futurama) You make something idiotproof, they'll make a better idiot You think professional is expensive, just wait until you pay for amateur. Never let your sense of morals prevent you from doing what is right. Examine what is said, not who speaks. X5 pics RIP 4.6is..... 2003 4.6is
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05-05-2009, 04:11 PM
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Thanks for the pointers folks - I replaced my tank and cap just now and road tested it - it seems to be holding steady (the low coolant light stayed extinguished).
I'll keep you all apprised - but I just wanted to write and say thanks! -Tim
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06-23-2009, 12:40 PM
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Wow, that picture looks like its from my X5; No need for me to post a new question as I have the exact issue at 79K. I will order a new reservoir.
It looks like a fairly straight forward job, but is there any tricks I should know about before taking this apart? (i.e. I don't want to break a clip or disconnect a hose at the wrong junction)
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