Coolant low dealer nealry 50 miles away I need an alternative please

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06-29-2009, 07:53 AM

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I have an 05 545. I got a low coolant light this morning on my way to work. I dont see any leaks, but the dealer is like 50 miles away. Can I use coolant from autozone or pep boys? If so please advise what type, brand would be the best

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06-29-2009, 07:55 AM

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Add some water.

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06-29-2009, 07:58 AM

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IIRC, it's about the color (has to do with chemical content/radiator material). There's reddish-orange, and green primarily. My e46 took the orange stuff. It may say in the manual. At least you could top it off until you get to the dealer. Wish I could be more help, but it's been a few years since I've had to add any. GL.

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A 50:50 mix of coolant and distilled water should be OK to get you to a BMW dealership.
Apparently you should not use tap water as it could electrolyse in the engine block.

http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/3-series-...lant-17475.html

Another useful resource posted on the link:
http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticl...olant-Flush.htm

Thanks to respective original posts.