1998 BMW 318 overheating

1998 BMW 318
78,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MICWAY52
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Hi, thanks for the previous advice, i have bled the system several times with no improvement. i have also noticed water and vapour coming out of the exhaust pipe when running, could this be the head gasket?
Nov 8, 2009 at 10:30 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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It may be, do you have the means to pressure test the cooling system?
Nov 8, 2009 at 10:35 AM
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MICWAY52
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no, i don't have any pressure testing equipment, i only have basic tools
Nov 8, 2009 at 12:11 PM
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