How much coolant do I need when replacing the thermostat?

[kado1976]

Im going to replace my thermostat and most likely the water pump. Im going to drain and replace the coolant from the radiator do I need need to drain from the engine block as well? Seen some DYI on this but not sure if I need to drain the coolant from one method to the other. Also where do you guys buy your coolant and how much do I need for this job?

Thanks

2003 BMW X5 3.0L
167,000 miles

[SlickGT1]

I buy at the dealer. Get two gallons, and get two gallons of distilled water. That will make 4 gallons. Even though 2 gallons will probably be enough for you.

[kado1976]

Originally Posted by SlickGT1

I buy at the dealer. Get two gallons, and get two gallons of distilled water. That will make 4 gallons. Even though 2 gallons will probably be enough for you.

Yeah I found some online for $25 online. What you pay at dealer?

Thanks man

[X5SND]

Originally Posted by kado1976

Yeah I found some online for $25 online. What you pay at dealer?

Thanks man

The $20-$30 range is about right, I think it was $32 for my at the stealer last time per gallon.

ECS has it in stock for $20 per gallon.

BMW E53 X5 M54 3.0L > Engine > Cooling > Coolant > ES#196290 Coolant/Antifreeze - 1 Gallon - 82141467704

[SlickGT1]

I buy from this guy. He gives deals to clubs, so tell him you are from Xoutpost, and he will hook you up to. I payed less than $20 last time.

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Craig Hacker
Fixed Operations Director
Open Road BMW
732-839-4548

[kado1976]

Originally Posted by SlickGT1

I buy from this guy. He gives deals to clubs, so tell him you are from Xoutpost, and he will hook you up to. I payed less than $20 last time.

[email protected]
Peter Santos
Parts Manager
BMW of Bloomfield
Office 973-780-9482
Cell 973-715-3980
Int ext 267402

Oh thanks but im in Oregon.....

[SlickGT1]

yea they ship to me too.