DIY 08 550I thermostat
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DIY 08 550I thermostat
I have 08 550I sport that is coding for a bad thermostat. The car is not overheating at this point so I think if i can get the thermostat changed I will be ok. Does anyone have any good direction on doing this your self? I usually have maintenance done at the dealership but it's like getting robbed going in there now! Any help would greatly be appreciated!!
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Eric
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Eric
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We have the same car, i did mine last year. I took out the 3 bolts on the housing and the coolant will drain out. Then i took the hose off the housing by pulling the clip off and the hose will pull free.
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Thanks! That sounds like a pretty easy process. I'm a little hesitant about doing this but I'm gonna give it shot! I haven't priced the parts yet, do you have any recommendations or just go to local auto parts store?
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Thanks for the info...WOW...I checked pricing at my local NAPA and they were $109.00 for the thermostat and housing.
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