coolant level low
07-02-2009, 08:27 AM
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i got a message "coolant level low". i added a little bit of coolant to fill it to the mark and it's ok now. i wonder if that's normal for the car to loose a little of coolant?
07-02-2009, 08:31 AM
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yes it is normal, most dealerships will "top off" the coolant as a courtesy, when you stop by and tell them you have that warning message (had to top off mine at 7K miles)
07-02-2009, 11:31 AM
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good. at least im not worried now. i thought it's a leek but wont bother unless it acurs again
07-02-2009, 12:20 PM
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My Ride: I have an 05 545i. It's a manual with a few options. This is my first BMW but I don't know how I'll ever be able to switch to something else.
I had a bad problem with it awhile ago, took it to the dealer and they found a leak in the lower hose. Replaced it and refilled, and it's been good since. Though I have had it go on once, I just topped it off and never heard from it again.
07-02-2009, 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by kaiten408' post='930957' date='Jul 2 2009, 01:20 PM
I had a bad problem with it awhile ago, took it to the dealer and they found a leak in the lower hose. Replaced it and refilled, and it's been good since. Though I have had it go on once, I just topped it off and never heard from it again.
I have the exact same problem. Just wondering if I needed a new sensor or a o ring or something before i start taking things apart. I'm ordering the hose tomorrow.
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