Coolant/antifreeze

LloydJr · 12-26-2010, 06:24 AM

What's the recommended mileage to change the antifreeze/coolant?. Are there any packages like the oil change package that are sold to accomplish the job such as crush washer, coolant etc.
Any pics, videos out the the process.
My SUV requires me to drain, fill, idle, check, fill, idle, check, until full. Check again a day later and fill if require.

Thanks fir any assistance.

remmib · 12-26-2010, 07:00 AM

I think it's every fourth year.

ENINTY · 12-26-2010, 09:38 AM

100,000 miles. Check the DIY section. I posted a coolant change DIY a few years back.

Chriztofor · 12-27-2010, 08:08 AM

Definitely look in the DIY section. After a coolant change, you must vent it properly, otherwise you run the risk of breaking the water pump.

Chriztofor · 12-29-2010, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Chriztofor

Definitely look in the DIY section. After a coolant change, you must vent it properly, otherwise you run the risk of breaking the water pump.

By the way i change my coolant every two years. The water pump is about $500 and the coolant change is cheap insurance. Keep in mind anti-freeze not only prevents your coolant from freezing, it also lubricates the pump.

rambalu80 · 01-03-2011, 11:00 AM

I had the coolant replaced in 3.5 years / 31,000 miles. My SA recommended replacing the coolant and the PS Fluid. Yet to do the PS fluid though.

LloydJr · 01-07-2011, 04:13 PM

A bit late but thanks for the replies guys...

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remmib General 1566 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	I think it's every fourth year. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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ENINTY Banned 172 Rep 3,415 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Sport Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	100,000 miles. Check the DIY section. I posted a coolant change DIY a few years back.
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Chriztofor Colonel 103 Rep 2,783 Posts Drives: '06 325i and '13 X5 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (1)	Definitely look in the DIY section. After a coolant change, you must vent it properly, otherwise you run the risk of breaking the water pump. __________________ If no codes are being thrown use Chevron Techron fuel injector cleaner (concentrate). It solves rpm fluctuating upon cold start-up. Also, for most BMW problems start off by scanning your car with the Peake Research Tool. It contains the actual BMW codes. If you want to register a newly installed battery for free (just buy a $10 cable) and google/download BMWLogger
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LloydJr Enlisted Member 0 Rep 31 Posts Drives: '06 325I E90 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Louisiana iTrader: (0)	A bit late but thanks for the replies guys...
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