BMW’s blue G11 coolant is designed to promote heat transfer and prevention of corrosion throughout your cooling system. Genuine BMW coolant is nitrate and phosphate free. Note that BMW coolant must be diluted with distilled water to a 50:50 mixture before adding to vehicle.
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What engine coolant does BMW use?
Zerex G-48 Formula Full Strength Coolant The ZEREX G-48 coolant is ideal for BMW cars. Designed for both diesel and gasoline engines, the coolant has low-silicate, pH, anti-phosphate technology that protects all metals, like aluminum against corrosion.
Does a BMW take special engine coolant?
BMWs have specific coolant requirements (nitrite and phosphate free) to prevent build-up and corrosion of aluminum components, so not just any off-the-shelf antifreeze will do.
How do you fill coolant in a BMW f10?

What color is BMW coolant?
Genuine BMW green HT-12 antifreeze for optimal cooling system performance. Compatible with all BMW models.
What is the normal coolant temperature BMW f10?
With this, we calculated that the 1.4 bar coolant cap is able to hold temperature of about 121ยฐC before releasing the pressure while the 2.0 bar coolant cap can hold until 136ยฐC.
Why does BMW use blue coolant?
We recommend using BMW’s “Blue” coolant in your car because it is silicate & phosphate free, and has a much longer lifespan inside of your car’s cooling system.
Can I add water to BMW coolant?
You can put water into your car radiator if your engine is overheating, the coolant overflow reservoir is very low or empty, and you have no other option.
Why is my BMW coolant low?
Reasons Why Your Coolant Might Be Low leak in radiator. leak in radiator hoses. leak in water pump. damaged or broken radiator seal.
Can I use water instead of coolant?
Technically speaking yes you can use plain water in your cooling system but it isn’t recommended as a long term solution and certainly not in extreme weather conditions. The problem with using water in your cooling system is that water freezes at 0ยฐC.
How much does BMW coolant cost?
The average cost for a BMW 328i coolant change is between $276 and $315. Labor costs are estimated between $151 and $191 while parts are priced at $124.
How do I check the coolant level on my f10?

How do you top up BMW coolant?

Can I use pink coolant in BMW?
Yes, you need blue BMW coolant, VW pink coolant is different formulation.
How long does BMW coolant last?
How often should you change coolant in a BMW? Typically, you should have your BMW coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time.
Can you mix coolant colors?
It’s never a good idea to mix two different colors or types of antifreeze. Mixing two formulas won’t cause any dangerous reactions or explosions, but it could turn your coolant into a sludgy chemical mixture that won’t be able to flow properly through your cooling system.
What temp should BMW run at?
Normal Temperature engine temperature gauge Most experts agree that your engine should run between 195 degrees and 220 degrees.
How do you check engine heat on a BMW?

How do you check the coolant temperature on a BMW?

Can green and blue coolant mix?
You have green, orange, pink, red and blue coolant circulating through radiator hoses in cars around the world. Because of all this variety, it’s important that you don’t mix the wrong coolant, or wrong types of coolant mixtures, the next time you’re topping off your coolant level.
Is BMW coolant pre mixed?
BMW coolant does not come pre-mixed. Just buy a gallon of coolant and a gallon of distilled water and premix it yourself as needed.
Can I use OAT coolant in BMW?
Prestone all makes long life coolant is OAT coolant, is compatible with BMW coolant, will not change the color of your coolant.
What happens if you put the wrong antifreeze in a BMW?
Using the wrong engine coolant can gradually lead to corrosion and damage to the water pump, radiator, radiator hoses and cylinder gasket. This can lead to damage to the engine in the worst case.
Can I mix green and blue coolant BMW?
Looks like they’re compatible and green can be mixed in with cars filled with blue but not the other way around. Pasted from getbmwparts: BMW HT-12 can be used in any vehicle that currently contains G48 coolant (blue), but G48 should not continue to be used in vehicles that were originally filled with HT-12.
Can I use blue coolant instead of green?
Both coolants will work equally as well in your Nissan, so in terms of a performance benefit there really isn’t a difference. We personally would probably use Nissan Green as it comes in concentrated form (makes it a bit cheaper) and feel that changing the coolant more regularly is better for preventative maintenance.