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2000 BMW 318i Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Cooling system, Exhaust.
Mileage: 175,000 miles.

Asked on November 7, 2012

BMW 318i Engine Problem

I am topping the water levels up everyday on my car i was driving along when the engine started losing power and the temparture gauge was showing maximum, the engine management light was flashing and a little smoke came from the exhaust. Oil levels are gd and clean. I have recently put a new water pump on, any ideas??
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Replied on November 7, 2012

Pressure test the cooling system straightaway.

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