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1993 BMW 316 Repair Question


Topics covered: Thermostat, Gas, Head gasket.
Mileage: 100,000 miles.

Asked on December 20, 2010

Overheating bmw316i

Hi got a bmw316i keeps overheating, thermostat open and closes, rad been flushed an all ok there no oil in it ,blows cold air most of the time but on a longer journey blows hot for a few minutes and then cold again, can u help?
Avatar Asked by monkeyspanxer

Answer

Replied on December 20, 2010

You might try replacement of the thermostat first. If no joy it could be plugged steam holes in the head gasket.

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