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318lotis

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« on: October 27, 2009, 03:58:15 PM »
delima,  i just put on new fan clutch,  new waterpump and new thermostat, my m42 318is is still running hot and the heater is blowing cold air . anyone have suggestions on what  could possibly be?  thanx, 318lotis.

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« Reply #1 on: October 27, 2009, 06:05:47 PM »
Need a little more info. Does it get hot at idle, even before driving. Could need a good bleed, or restricted radiator. Was the problem there before the new parts went in?
Alex  88 m5 | 91 318is | 19 Subaru Ascent
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« Reply #2 on: October 27, 2009, 07:29:47 PM »
thanx for your help monty,  yes we solved problem with two hours of bleeding air pocket

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« Reply #3 on: October 27, 2009, 07:49:27 PM »
awesome.
Alex  88 m5 | 91 318is | 19 Subaru Ascent
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