Coolant Change Interval I am getting conflicting information about coolant change/flush intervals. Some say that the ethylene/glycol mix does not really need to be replaced unless there has been a problem with the coolant system and the stuff has gotten contaminated. Some say that the coolant should be replaced every 3 years no matter what; this is probably what also BMW manuals say. Sub-zero temps are not an issue where I live but I am concerned about corrosion inhibitor performance over time - my ti is a low mile car and sits idle a lot. Then again, aren't the radiator, engine block, cylincer head, etc. all aluminum, so what is there to corrode? Can anyone help me out here..... |
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Yeah the corrosion inhibitors arent good forever. Usually it's about every 3 years but 2 is even better. There is some 5 year coolant out there, but I dont think it's compatible with regular green coolant. |
change the coolant every two. flush every third time (every six years). |
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One of these days, they're going to place the engine in a totally sealed compartment that you won't be able to gain access to, and they're going to tell you to just drive the car until it explodes, and then buy a new one. |
I'm a newbie thus i have to ask a quick question so that I don't have to start a new tread. What coolant is used for ours cars? I know that my previous car, 1997 VW Golf, used an orange one and some other cars use green. Thanks |
green, but everywhere i've read says it's best to get the stuff from BMW. |
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