basilpeetz
Member Since: 16 Mar 2010
Location: Johannesburg
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I am receiving a constant "Low Coolant Level" message but the level is fine. I have done 170 000 km's to date. I suspect that the sensor is faulty and may need replacement - where do I actually find the sensor? Thanks
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 10th Aug 2011 6:43 am |
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Dave T
Member Since: 03 Jul 2009
Location: Glasgow
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Without looking, is it not built into the reservior cap? Joined the BMWX5 45e group
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| 10th Aug 2011 6:45 am |
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caverD3
Member Since: 02 Jul 2006
Location: Oberon, NSW
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The sensor is a floating ball. Gets porous and sinks hence the false reading. Part of the tank I am afraid. “There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely gamesâ€
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| 10th Aug 2011 9:02 am |
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NickJ
Member Since: 11 Oct 2010
Location: there's no f in point
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Yep, the sensor is at the bottom of the tank and needs the whole thing replacing. About £30 and easy enough to do yourself in about an hour or two.
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| 10th Aug 2011 5:01 pm |
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