If the water pump isn t working properly coolant just sits in the system which can cause the engine to overheat and pose serious threats to your engine.
E60 n52 water pump diy.
In this video i am replacing the water pump and the themostat on an e90 from 2008 we had issues with the fan turning on and had traced it back to the wp.
I have a new thermostat new water pump new radiator even changed a dew hoses and it stills runs the water pump nonstop.
The bmw engines inline 6 cylinder n51 n52 n54 n55 are equipped with electric water pump.
It builds up pressure and coolant spills through the radiator s plug at the bottom of it.
This allows the dme to fully control and modulate the coolant flow through the engine without dependency on rpm.
When this happens it s common to run into some obvious symptoms.
My bmw mechanic is out of options.
How to replace a thermostat and water pump on a 2005 bmw 530i e60 n52.
Therefore bimmer owners should check their bmw water pump for failure as soon as they suspect a problem.
These engines are designed with an electrically driven water pump that is mounted as an accessory to the engine.
It s also a frequent problem on the n54 i blew mine at 42k miles our e60 blew one at 60k miles and our e90 had a failed one at some point as well.
Can you please help.
How to replace a thermostat and water pump on a 2005 bmw 530i e60 n52.
Bmw s are infamous for water pump failure and it is certainly very prevalent on the n52.
Luckily a failing water pump is easy to diagnose and replacement is a long but simple diy procedure.
Here are 5 signals that a bmw water pump failure is imminent.
Otherwise it will corrode and fail shortly after reinstalling it.
Gone are the days of a engine belt driven water pump on late model bmw s.
If you remove the water pump from your e60 and plan on reinstalling it store it with coolant inside it.
N52 water pump failure.
The water pump continuously runs without shutting off.
This water pump usually doesn t fail mechanically rather it fails electronically.