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BMW 540i
Report: Multiple Parts May be Recommended For Leaks in Cooling System
BMW 540i Problem
Model Years Affected: 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Average Mileage: 106,875 mi (65,000 mi - 153,000 mi)
Leaks are known to develop in the cooling system. It is common to see more than one part recommended for repair/replacement due to overlapping labor and the use of many plastic parts in the system.
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Report #1swissgarage, 1999 BMW 540i, 85,000 mi
EnthusiastRadiator, water pump, expansion tank, and thermostat
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Report #2Visitor, 2001 BMW 540i, 65,000 mi
Had a crack in the radiator. The dealer charged me over $2500 to repair everything. It was insane.
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Report #3Visitor, 2003 BMW 540i, 75,000 mi
Cracked radiator. Replaced with OEM parts. repair bill was $865.00. If I used an aftermarket replaement I could have saved about $200.00. Not sure I made the decision.
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Report #4lbh, 2003 BMW 540i, 106,000 mi
RookieCoolant leaks and potential timing chain issue
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Report #5Visitor, 1994 BMW 540i, 153,000 mi
Replaced all cooling hoses. Bigger problem is the hoses passing through the firewall and the minimal clearance between the three clamps. I switched to VW eared clamps with new hoses and no more leaks.
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Report #6Visitor, 2001 BMW 540i, 89,000 mi
Piece of garbage radiators. Aftermarket is better. Tired of driving past the BMW dealer only to have the car drive itself in.
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Report #7Ms540I, 1997 BMW 540i, 150,000 mi
RookieI own a 97 540i and i had a new radiator and hoses put in and new expansion tank installed and after i put the expansion tank in about 1 month or so. I was driving it home and it lost speed! so i pulled it over and had it towed. the results where an blown engine???? How could this happen with out any warning lights or anything the coolant indicator read normal! now my warranty want pay because the said i overheated the car!!! I would never do such a thing to something i love and adore. Please if anyone can give me some advice or how and what happen please let me know.. Thanks...
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Report #8onefastdriver, 2001 BMW 540i, 132,000 mi
RookieDealer/broker did complete replace of cooling system prior to my purchase. Extensive leaking.
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