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In this video I show you how to change your BMW e46 expansion tank on a 2003 325i.
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FAQ:
How old are you?
-21
What car do you own?
-S54 swapped E46 Sedan
What is your name?
-Ankur but you can call me Jason
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-Alhambra, CA
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What is the problem you see with the expansion tank? It leaks? Fails? Curious? I am doing some preventative maintenance etc. and was curious.
Best vid on YouTube for this DIY. I had to use a spark plug extension to pry up the old tank from its mount while wiggling. Thanks!
Very well explained Thankyou.
Bmw has many parts that are made of plastic which deteriorates over time and makes repairing older cars difficult as the plastic becomes very brittle. When doing any work around these vehicles its wise to go easy before resorting to grabbing a big hammer lol.
Thanks for the vid and the advice on the oil cooler thermostat….ordered a new one when i ordered the new expansion tank just incase and yes it did snap in half!!! But thanks to your advice I was prepared. Not too bad a job to do, although like others have said the tank didnt come off as easily as yours seemed to, but with a little wiggling and pulling it came off in the end!!!
Thank you..n many BLESSINGS
I got a code p111f…Plus coolant light leak on cluster…I do n kno if it's a low hose or top hose…I can do it but I need specific
I have an automatic what's the part that you mentioned that breaks? is there a link where I can buy it. I will be replacing my expansion tank soon.
I followed al your steps but the coolant light is still showing on my dashboard am I supposed to reset it ?????
Need help with my BMW 323 I 99 e46 the expansion tank does not want to connect doesn't want to snap and I bought two brand new expansion tanks aftermarket pieces everything brand new I got two of everything no it does not want to connect expansion tank what do I do I really need your help
I've got a major leak in my 330Ci SMG. Puddle of coolant under the car and constant dripping. I removed the under tray protector and went under the car (badly) and saw coolant constantly dripping down the side of the tank (left side as you look up). I don't know if the problem is the lower hose or if the tank is cracked. 1 question if anyone knows….
I've got an SMG, so does my car have this oil coolant sensor. Would I have to order/replace it? Thanks!
my tank doesnt want to slide on the smaller input. what do i do about that?
If your car is a manual.. do you need to have an automatic transmission oil cooler thermostat? Because when i pulled my off i did not have one.. oddly weird when i saw that
This video help me a lot thank you so much
Excellent video like everybody says! Thank you. It would help much if you could have also demonstrated how to take/remove the AT oil cooler thermostat off, and show the broken one vs the replacement. Yours broken right? Below your video, there is an ad for a thermostat for $15.79 from AutohausAZ. It's a simple thermostat that an off brand should last for a few years. What symptom will the display show when the AT thermostat is broken or is bad?
Great video, clear, concise, helpful. cheers!
Sorry man y have trouble trying to fit de narrower bottom hole.. just leaks through it
hi bro nice video.i have a question ? is the thermostat vital and will it affect any thing if not put back?thanx alot
Thanks! Great video. I am changing my expansion tank on a 2006 325ci tomorrow and this really helps. I love working on cars especially my own. Look forward to seeing more videos.
thanks buddy..well said
You got lucky it's been done before. The stock one is a motherfucker to get out.
The system was leaking at the bottom of the tank were it sits in the two "sockets" That clip with handle attachment is the stupidest design I've ever seen on a cooling system! What idiot thought that was a good idea? Anyway, I replaced the tank but it still leaks at the same place. I am guessing that the seat that receives the tank is goofed up in some way. Is it possible to seal that with some RTV or something?
I recently change the expansion tank but now when I drive there's a hissing sound coming from the expansion tank and a bit of smoke what you could be the cause of this .. please help
just bought an 03 330ci and after 30 mins of driving it this expansion tank popped and dumped all the coolant,shop is trying to charge me like 600$,definitely gonna start doing most of the maintenance myself because I'm pretty sure I got ripped off. tried telling me the tank was 160$ when everyone I see is 30-50$ smh. screw mechanics
I want to thank you for this video. You made this DIY easy and you did it without requiring fan and shroud removal! it was easy to follow and explained perfectly. Thanks so much for posting this video.
What kind of affects does it have on the engine like if I wait on replacing it by just refilling the coolant over and over?
You pulled it out so easily.