Broken magnet in replacement coolant overflow tank

Tiny
KIMBERLY WHYSPERS
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  • 2002 BMW 325I
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Broken magnet in replacement coolant overflow tank, will it still work?
Sunday, July 26th, 2020 AT 10:16 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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The level sensor likely won't work unless the magnet is only cracked but still moving. If it is broken and not moving with the float then the level light will likely stay on and cause a code.
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