Bmw Coolant Drain Plug Replacement

**See links to purchase parts and tools below**The BMW Blogs are WRONG!I take a close look at the radiator drain plug system on my 1 series BMW. This radia. I'm looking for help on the proper way to install the radiator drain plug (including housing) I know you push the new plug into the radiator then turn quarter turn, but my concern is I heard a crack.

I can still see one of the notches but not the other. Any guidance would be appreciated. Coolant, also known as antifreeze, plays a vital role in regulating your engine's temperature, preventing overheating, and ensuring optimal performance.

Over time, coolant can degrade, lose its effectiveness, and even become contaminated. This necessitates regular draining and replacement to maintain your BMW's health and longevity. Figure 2 Draining cooling system: Place a five-gallon bucket (green arrow) under the left side of the radiator.

Figure 3 Draining cooling system: Remove the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant (green arrow). You can use a flat or Phillips head screwdriver. Allow the coolant to drain into the bucket.

6. Place the drain plugs back at their original location with new crush washers. 7.

Prepare the mix of 50% distilled water and 50% coolant BMW brand coolant only. Buy 2 gallons and get a third empty jug. Fill the empty just halfway with distilled and then add half of one gallon jug of the bmw coolant to it.

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Coolant Drain DIY - F30 335i All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:56 PM. There are two ways to drain the radiator in N52 6.

Radiator drain plug wrench: This wrench is used to loosen the drain plug on the radiator. Coolant hoses: You'll need to disconnect the coolant hoses from the radiator and engine to drain the old coolant. Coolant filter: Some BMW models have a coolant filter that needs to be replaced during the coolant change.