1997 BMW 840 Repair Question
Topics covered: Coolant, Engine, Cooling system.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on August 2, 2009
1997 BMW 840 Antifreeze
Engine Cooling problem
1997 BMW 840 V8 Two Wheel Drive 81K miles
My question is not model specific really, but I was just curious as to whether or not if it's OK to use an over the counter antifreeze/engine coolant such as Prestone, rather than OEM BMW coolant that's only available from the dealer in my BMW.
Thanks
1997 BMW 840 V8 Two Wheel Drive 81K miles
My question is not model specific really, but I was just curious as to whether or not if it's OK to use an over the counter antifreeze/engine coolant such as Prestone, rather than OEM BMW coolant that's only available from the dealer in my BMW.
Thanks
Asked by whthot840nhbAnswer
Replied on August 3, 2009
Hi there,
For money i would stick with the BMW spec coolant, I am suer that is is formulated to be compatible with the alloys used with in the cooling systems, generic coolant can be to acidic or to alkaline and this can cause problems in the long term, stick with the BMW product , i feel that it will save you money in the long term.
Mark (mhpautos)
