Here at Turner Motorsport, we found ourselves unsatisfied with all existing solutions to relocate the coolant expansion tank to the cold side of your engine bay, freeing up real estate on the hot side. The lower radiator hose goes to the lower right side of the radiator. Plus it is incredibly hard to see down there, even on a sunny day--I recommend additional electric lighting, because even if you do manage to develop a crack to insert a screwdriver into, you won't be able to see it down there. This repair was very easy to do, Until next time. I was afraid that would happen, which is why I also bought a new expansion tank just in case my existing one was 12 years old.
See our tech article on If your vehicle has a turbocharger, unclip vacuum hoses from expansion tank. This hose has the quick connect locking ends so that hose clamps are not required. I recently had a coolant leak in my 2001 540i6 manual. I left the E34 boards because pictures I posted didn't look at all like what they had. You just work that a bit to pop it free.
I posted a simple plumber's tool that one can use to hold the water pump pulley still to allow one to loosen the left-hand threaded nut. It is looking soft and ready to go. I could have saved a lot of do it over work had I replaced them when I did the rest. There is also an electronic way to bleed the system activating the electronic water pump so it can run itself to purge the cooling system of trapped air. Sometimes I just need a picture or 2. My E90 Check Coolant light suddenly came on. Rotate sensor 90° counterclockwise, then pull out of tank.
That would have cost me a radiator. No way you can do this without taking off the fan shroud first. I understand that there is a temp sensor attached. November 5, 2016 Followup from the Pelican Staff: hard to say, could be the hose. If you're using a debit card we suggest you switch to a credit card.
We also provide inexpensive and guaranteed 3 day, 2 day, and Overnight shipping options, so if you need your Expansion Tank Hose - Upper tomorrow, eEuroparts. It's just in the way and is a real irritation. Complete shipping and return policy information can be found in our. Thanks November 4, 2017 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Not 100%, you can partially drain or clamp hoses as you suggested. They can figure out what part or repair kit you need.
I looked at all of the available posts on the subject, and they were pretty good, but I think I can provide additional assistance. Already sent my car to the nearest workshop. There are excellent posts on the cooling system elsewhere that will show you step by step, piece by piece, how to disassemble things, and I'm not trying to compete with those. To be safe, I bought that hose, the temperature sensor that sits in it, and the expansion tank and cap. I want to add that Bluebee's posts were incredibly helpful in this process, in particular the little-by-little prying of the hose connector off the fittings.
Also is there an easy process to fill 50-50 the system again and ensure that there is not air in the system? None of this would have been possible without Bluebee's great instructions and tips, and removal of the fan shroud before attempting the lower hose disconnection. This is the only other place coolant could be coming from based on where the leak is. As a matter of fact, you will struggle with it. To remove it, simply pop the rivet out first use a screwdriver and the washer section will come out very easy. Over time, the coolant reservoir can leak, become worn, and fail because it is used on a regular basis. Drive vehicle and make sure you heater works and you should be all set.
I've made a mental note to myself in the future just to replace suspect hoses, and not fret about being able to pinpoint a leak exactly each time. One of the online part sites recommends that this sensor needs to be replaced at the same time. I think the thermostat housing is a weak link. I didn't not change the water pump because it had been replaced with a metal one less than 20k before. In my case, it had to be the more ex option I had a similar case many months back I saw some steam emitting from the front of my hood whilst i was driving.
Hope this helps someone who is facing my dilemma of getting the lower hose off without taking the radiator out. I've looked at various websites and i can only find the 2 piece vent hose. If there is anything you cannot find in our catalog please and our knowledgeable customer service team will help you locate the part you need, fast. Re: E90- Check Coolant light, hissing sound and water all over the engine Just because of the pressure screw broke have to change the whole piping? I found that my hose was on so bleeding tight that I didn't seem to be making much progress: every time I'd exploit a gap down there, and reach for the next biggest screwdriver, the gap would close itself. I did not buy the upper hose or the long slender hose that goes from the bottom of the expansion tank to the water pump. Next, connect lower hose to expansion tank, the retaining clip is properly seated when an audible click is heard.
With your vehicle info handy, give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. So you lose the potential advantage of being able to pry a little all around the fitting, which would doubtless help if it were possible. It looks like it is broken. If you had a low coolant warning light , the expansion tank may be one of the parts of the cooling system to blame. Hissing sound detected to be gust of leaking air with some trace of water.