Thanks to your video and concise instruction, I successfully swapped out my radiator. So far, no leaks and no low coolant warning. Thank you!

I am a certified professional BMW gangsta and I can add: when you connect hoses back on, it's easier to push the clip in the hose and then the hose to the fitting, it will click and you will know it's secure

@JackRR15

3 жыл бұрын

Not just easier, it is the proper way to install these. That's why they are called quick connects.

@JackRR15

3 жыл бұрын

@Benson Theo Shut up you fake accounts

This video certainly did help me , I am currently taking out one but was stuck on how to get the fan out with the oil cooler in place. Great video , its as easy as it looks .

LIFE SAVER!!!!i forgot the last bolt for the bottom radiator hose I thought something was missing but was sure this just re assured me thank you!!

Very informative! I'm taking this project on next weekend and feel pretty confident after watching this video.

Dude that video was on point, I appreciate u.

just replaced mine bout 3 months ago...328i 2007 you have always helped me out with your videos ..thanks

@InitechAuto

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback. Keeps me motivated.

@himeshmistry8899

6 жыл бұрын

Nicoya food You food

@jdm5510

4 жыл бұрын

Hi my friend does a 2007 328i bmw have a censor, slot of people are confused on that please advice

Great video, when I pull the radiator I leave the fan attached, it comes out way easier.

@strellhouse6684

4 жыл бұрын

Removing the fan is not too bad. I had a rusty bolt on my driver's side. (Transmission cooler hose to the radiator). If you use a zip disk or hacksaw, you can save the hose if you're careful. Also, for anyone attempting this... be EXTREMELY careful with your dismantling and install. The fittings can be very brittle. Replace them if you can!!!!

Thanks man so much for this video, put a new radiator in my 2006 bmw 325i. took me nearly a full week because I only had like 30 minutes to work on it a day, and plus ran into a lot of problems along the way. just jacking up such a low profile vehicle was litte challenge with itself. made a litte ramp out of barbell weight plates to get the vehicle high enough to get the jack under. plastic drain plug on the radiator broke off first thing and had to drill it out to get the fluid to drain. had hell trying to get the lower passenger side radiator hose off, finally had to use a large pry bar to leverage it off. had to replace the temp sensor which was like another $35 and so on and so forth. Well not to go on and on but you made everything look so easy and that fan removal was a pain in the ass. Thanks so much for your guideance, would have been so much harder without your help Sir.

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you got it done! Yeah, those hoses can be a bitch to pull off. Sometimes it's just best to cut them off and just replace them with new ones. Keep an eye out for them if they are old. I had one blow out after I replaced the radiator.

Thanks for vid. Did mine at night time and came pretty damn good. 🤗

Great Vid - used it today to help me switch out the radiator in my 06 325 manual transmission. Thanks!

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

Another great video! Well Done

I wish you had a Lexus RX , your videos are great. Thanks.

Great video! It helps out tons!

Thanks for the video. 09 e92 is now back on the road

Thanks for the video. I just replaced my radiator and upper radiator hose on a 07 bmw 328i 6 speed today. I didn't have to go under the car. I removed and replaced everything from the top of the car. Follow instructions and save yourself some money. Peace

@kareanbates1229

3 жыл бұрын

Where did u get the instructions from

@jphomla

3 жыл бұрын

@@kareanbates1229 I watch this video and followed everything he did & got the job done. I didnt have to go under the car because my radiator busted.

@kareanbates1229

3 жыл бұрын

@@jphomla ok thanks mines busted too don't know if I need one with sensor or not tho it's a 2007 bmw 328i not a six speed tho

As always, nice video...!

Excellent write up!

Great video...Thank you for uploading it!

Great video! Thank you very much!

Thank you for the video.

Great video. Clear, honest instructions,

Thanks for the vid, I enjoyed it! I'm tackling not the radiator but the whole front end assembly to have a clear access to the crankshaft oil seal. I thought I got all the screws out but are there hidden ones I'm missing? Only screws I think might be still holding on are the star shaped, please let me know, thanks

Nice video bro .....

nice video, thanks

You make the best how-to videos: hands down. If you could share a link or a part number for the larger o-ring I'd appreciate it. I see the smaller ones on Autohauz and elsewhere, but I can't find the big ones. A lot of times they start leaking after I remove them for whatever work I am doing.

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment! I am pretty sure that I got all my parts from Autohausaz. You can try Amazon and see if they have the large "O" rings.

Awesome show 👏..

Sir , thank you for the info, also the starter repair I follow as you said it work pefect thank you so much , now this radiator come with attached sensor or no ? I haven't take it off yet but I was wondering if comes with one attached to the radiator or this one doesn't have one my car is a bmw 328 I 2008 automatic,,.. To those people who are login in to this guys repair information please do not disrespect him it doesn't matter if you work for a dealer or not you always learn from one another I think he is doing a great job guiding people what to do thanks. Good job Mr, keep up with your best knowledge there is always something new to learn and I have learn something new from you thanks I appreciate it I'am an Audi & volkswagen certified techncian dealer train But Bmw sure is a diffrent animal and there is always new things to learn thank you so much for your information you doing great.

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Sorry for the late response. Look at your radiator and see if it has the sensor. Make sure you buy the correct radiator for your vehicle.

@joseloredo2517

3 жыл бұрын

It does have the sensor I have bought an aftermarket radiator .. lucky it had the same holes location to install the sensor .. now wish me much hopefully the radiator don't blow out since this is an after market radiator.. 👌

Thank you for making this video! I have a 2006 330i (automatic). This video was extremely helpful! "Little bastard". Cheers my friend!

I agree with replacing radiator hoses ESPECIALLY upper. There is a small nipple on it that will break over time. When it does break it will shoot hot coolant directly in your face/eyes. Ask me how I know. Lol

Great video! Only thing I would suggest is don't leave the hose clamps up when reattaching them. You want them down and press until they click. that is the safest way to know they have sealed correctly.You actually need them down to form the best seal.

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Good advice!

awesome videos thank you for sharing your knowledge, im having a problem with my 07 328i, i have oil in the overflow tank. there is no water (coolant) in the oil! but oil in the water. i was hoping you could point me towards the solution. i did notice a big dent on the bottom of the radiator and thinking that maybe an oil cooling line cracked and thats how the oil is going into the coolant? is not a lot of oil and it seems to just be in the reservoir tank. i disconnected and removed the hoses to check inside for oil but they seem clean. i wish i could post a picture for you to see.

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

lasecadora I would try flushing the cooling system out. And see if it continues to get oil in the coolant. If you are completely sure that it’s not transmission oil. I would suspect a possible head gasket.

Great instruction, Carlos. ?: did you source the new rad from BMW or 3rd party?

@InitechAuto

7 жыл бұрын

I purchased it from www.autohausaz.com/index.html So yes 3rd party.

I remember it taking me 20 mins just to line up the fan and get it in correctly . It was not easy alone

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

It can be tricky.

Hey, thanks friend!!! I want to ask you. I have a 335i 2009 BMW and I have to change all those parts. Radiator, water pump thermostat, etc. Would it be easier to change the water pump with the radiator taken out since I have to change it anyway? Please give me advice on that!!! It'll be appreciated! And thanks for all the videos. You do a great job and pretty clear how you do it. Take care buddy! Good luck. and many blessings to you!!! Till next time! Bye!!!!

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

I don't think it makes a difference. The water pump is removed from underneath the vehicle. Good luck!

Great video where can I find the small o rings and what’s the driver side hose called or part number. BMW won’t give me the part number

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

oscar molina www.autohausaz.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiA98TxBRBtEiwAVRLqu8cXDHlQDXNAtkNLsdqkM1Ejb_v5V4xvWSrg34QiRD-at6oj4dNZYRoCA8wQAvD_BwE This website had everything that I needed.

Whats the link for where u got the gaskets from

A shop in St. Peter's MO wants to charge us $1800 to replace the same radiator. It's crazy.

I have discovered that all the hoses with the quick connect plastic ends should be replaced. The plastic in these parts is made of something like a mix of plastic and cardboard. Working on a friend's 06 325i E90 I have found all these parts degraded. I am replacing the radiator because the plastic has degraded and cracked. She got the car used, maybe the antifreeze but this appears to happen to allot of these cars. Be safe replace them all even if the hose looks good. Funny the Chinese replacement radiator and parts are all made with high quality fiber glass reinforced Dupont plastic. I know this stuff. If used OE none of these parts or radiator would have to be replaced.

Mine has a radiator temp sensor and sensor port what type of radiator would that be

Hello & thnx for this video. I’m working on my 2007 BMW 328i. I don’t need to replace the radiator just the upper hose & that’s what my question is about. Can I just replace the rubber hose part or do I need to replace the metal attachments on the ends of the hose as well? Like, do I have to buy a whole upper hose with the metal attachments that connect to the radiator on one end & the engine on the other end? Or can I just take the upper hose off & replace the rubber in between the metal attachments? I’m thinking I can just replace the rubber hose part? My next question is: since the coolant was dripping onto the engine belt & whatever else is below the leak, do I need to replace the engine belt, pulleys, etc? Also, because this leak was going on, my engine had a squeal to it. Is that why my engine was squealing? Because the coolant was leaking onto my engine belt? Thanks in advance for any help you can offer!!

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

The upper radiator hose is a one-piece design. Replace the whole thing. The coolant may have contaminated the belt. Replace that as well.

@FLALadybug

4 жыл бұрын

Nicoya Ok, thank you very much for getting back to me so quickly! Now, for the million dollar questions: what is the part # for the upper hose & belt in order for me to order them? Can I order them online? Are they sold as aftermarket parts or do I have to get genuine BMW parts from BMW? (I don’t think they’re sold the general auto part stores near me).

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

@@FLALadybug I buy my parts online from this website. www.autohausaz.com/

@FLALadybug

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all your great advice!!!

Where did you get your adapter from, was it from a specific kit?

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

Are you talking about the cooling system adapter? If so, I purchased it here. www.autohausaz.com/search/product.aspx?sid=wn0x4l45kity4dyf03pr4i45&makeid=800003@BMW&modelid=1441662@328I&year=2008&cid=adapter@adapter&gid=2054@Engine%20Cooling%20System%20Tester%20Adapter

I have a 2012 BMW X3 xdrive 28i and I am having a hard time removing the cross member that is on top of the radiator, I am replacing the crankshaft front oil seal, do I need to remove all the front?

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

You should be able to change the seal by just removing the radiator I would imagine.

Is there a video for it?

Is the T socket a T20 or T25?

Had a quick question. I guess it gives me two options of BMW. An N52 and a N51B30A. Do you know where can I find on the car which one it is

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

I believe that info should be on your emissions decal on the hood.

@JuanGonzalez-fu6cl

6 жыл бұрын

Also do you know where they sell those 2 brackets that hold down the fan?

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

Juan Gonzalez Do a online search or a bmw dealer.

My Spectra Radiator came with plugs already installed. Do I need to take one out and installed one of these? I checked the plug and a long plug was already installed. I have an automatic transmission.

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

You should be good to go. Just follow the instructions.

@Timetaker1000

6 жыл бұрын

Nicoya I called the manufacturer. The radiator come with 1 long plug and one short plug installed from the factory. So all you have to do is remove the short plug (for automatic) and installed the long plug. If you have a manual, then remove the long plug and replace with short plug. Thanks

thanks. 14:33 radiator is in the middle of the front-grill. bmw's front-grill does not have logo blocking air coming to the radiator, but bmw's front-grill has thin pillar in the middle of front-grill, that thin-pillar could block air coming to the radiator. addition --- but not having logo on front-grill, maybe affect crash-rating-score addition --- maybe because logo on front-grill, is a crumple-zone

Mechanic changed my radiator kn my 2010 328i 3.0 and SES light is still on... added coolant and it's been 3 days since.. he scanned the car and said it was the sensors.. bmw dealership mechanic wants to charge me 900$ for a replacement including labor. Because this radiator is not for this model.. well I know 900$ is a rip off but I dont know if it's just the sensors I need to replace or do I need to replace my aftermarket radiator for a genuine bmw radiator.

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Noe Saldana From what you are describing. It sounds like the first mechanic installed the wrong radiator. If you look at my video description. I discuss this issue in the notes.

So I changed my radiator that was leaking, but now when the fan turns on, it won't shut off. I've used Torque and a bluetooth OBD reader, and I can track the radiator temperature. It's obvious the fan cools it down and keeps the temperature down, but it should turn off. What could be the problem?

@InitechAuto

5 жыл бұрын

Is the A/C on? That makes the fan run. Check and make sure the fan relay is not stuck. Also with the scanner. Is the fan being commanded on by the computer?

@usandmexico

5 жыл бұрын

@@InitechAuto Thanks for the reply! No, the A/C is not on. I'm not sure how to use the scanner to check if the fan is being run by the computer; I'm not even sure it has Torque app can be used for that. Also, I have tried looking for the relay, but I'm not sure where it is.

Hello fellow BMW enthusiasts! Is it necessary to disconnect the battery for this project? I've had a few professional mechanics tell me I had to but I don't want to run the risk of my ECU getting wiped. Give it to me straight.

@InitechAuto

7 ай бұрын

In my opinion. You do not have to disconnect the battery. Just replace the radiator. Such a simple task does not require the battery be disconnected.

Do I need to use the distilled water with the coolant mixture or no

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Your car will love you long long time with distilled water. It is the best way to go.

Where did you get that coolant refilling tool, Nicoya?? :))

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

Bought it off the Matco tool truck. Found one on E-Bay www.ebay.com/i/322704752182?chn=ps Bah,! It's used...but that is the tool

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

God I'm old....hehe I don't see a new one anywhere. Been retired for a while. My tools are old. They have updated new ones now.

@HollywoodRoseJack

6 жыл бұрын

Retired!! LOL :D

What are the 2 silver tubes that come out from the left side of the radiator at 8:14?

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Power steering hoses.

Im wanting to replace the hose by itself but I don't know how to remove the little hose that goes all the way to the anitfreeze tank. Can anyone help ?

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

Are you talking about the upper radiator hose right? The small hose is attached by metal clamps that have to be cut off if you are just looking to replace the small hose that goes to the reservoir tank. Just use a pair of side cutters to remove the clamps. Then just replace with regular hose clamps. One more thing, the small hose is attached to the reservoir tank with a small clip just like the radiator hose.

can you show a video of the fill system

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

The tool that I'm using in the video is a Quick Fill Coolant gun that was made in Australia. It's about 20 years old now. You can find many models of coolant quick fills on the internet now.

My radiator hose broke at the ring on the oil housing unit side. :(

@InitechAuto

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, watch those hoses. I guess I cranked on my upper hose too hard and it must have cracked...blew out about a month later.

What are the size of the small o rings? thank you

@InitechAuto

5 жыл бұрын

I dont remember

So great video Thank you ! Could you tell me please sizes of Little 2 O-rings .

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

misha chekurishvili I don’t remember the sizes of the “0” rings. You can probably look them on the website that sells the radiator.

Where did you get the o ring set?

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

www.autohausaz.com/index.html or www.amazon.com/BMW-Water-distribution-hose-O-Ring/dp/B00IU7F3UC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506277893&sr=8-1&keywords=2008+bmw+hose+seals

can you tell me where you sourced the o rings?

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

I believe it was www.autohausaz.com/ Or www.oembimmerparts.com/

I take mine on friday to get it fix can the car still be drivable ?

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

As long as there is coolant in it.

At 18.20 where does that hose go? I have a UK model 318i and my coolant system had a heavy leak. When I checked there was no hose where that hole is and all of the coolant is coming out. I can't find the hose anywhere in the bay.

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

That hose goes to the transmission oil cooler.

@trueblue37

3 жыл бұрын

@@InitechAuto Thank you, I will take another look tomorrow.

@trueblue37

3 жыл бұрын

Is it possible that my car does not use this hose? I can't find any sign of it.

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

@@trueblue37 Yes, especially if you have a manual transmission. Look at your old radiator. Does it have the hole there.

@trueblue37

3 жыл бұрын

Mine is a manual and it has a hole. Problem is my coolant is leaking heavily from this hole. I think there is a chance the plug could have popped out but I can't get under enough to see it.

Hi my radiator came with the control sleves (drain plugs you showed in the video) am I suppose to replace those with the ones it already has? I'm not sure what the use for them is.. thank you

@InitechAuto

6 жыл бұрын

Read the instructions. One is for a manual transmission set up and the other is for a automatic transmission. Contact the manufactuer of the radiator and see what it is set up for.

Where can i get the fan connector?

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Try a Google search.

How long will a second hand radiator last for

@InitechAuto

5 жыл бұрын

Sol Semora I have no idea. Using a used radiator is always a gamble. I would not recommend it.

Would it be the same for 2011 328i

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Mtzblades Not sure. But I think it would be very similar.

Where'd you get the rings

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

It's in the video description

Does the radiator have to have a sensor or can u get one without it ?

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Only if you have one on your radiator like the N51 engine. If you do not have one. You can buy one without the sensor.

@mollygleim5056

2 жыл бұрын

No U CANT go without them and this moron should have mentioned the sensor that goes on the radiator that turns the fan on and off to keep your car from overheating just on a normal drive he's an idiot he said nothing about it and 2008 328is actually need that sensor on the radiator so he told you guys all the way wrong

I need to do same thing. I wonder how much you would charge me

@InitechAuto

Жыл бұрын

Whoever does it for you?😁 The labor is about two hours + parts.

People... Let me tell you something. If you are doing an automatic transmission e90 or e92 this job is much harder than you see here. Just getting the large bottom radiator hose off should have been the toughest part. But no!!! You have remove your intercooler and then the little hoses at the bottom on each side. At first you think you have to unscrew the little hoses from the radiator (because you can't pull it out without them off) but they do have the little wire clips and they'll come right off. But you're still not done! You have to remove the charge pipe connection on the driver side or you'll be battling to get it out. I've had to remove the electric fan before so I knew what I was in for but going in and out might cause you to pull your hair out even if you've done it before. My Behr replacement radiator fit perfect but getting that in was a blast too. Reconnecting all of the hoses was not a problem. Just make sure they are on firm. I just finished mine and was shocked at what a POS the intercooler was. Watch for lots of dirt and debris coming out with it. Good luck!

But mine is 328i and has a censor

@ 10:18 where do these black thingys go bro ?

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Bottom of the radiator. Drivers side.

@greatestever7623

3 жыл бұрын

@@InitechAuto thanks chief

you can tell ya how to use double seal to get double think hose piece of older hose cut in half size it go get plastic pipe glue and let it sit for 24 hours and then heat gun it to new hose you modified. makes it double stiff.

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Replace hoses with new ones if you're having problems.

@user-lc4wh8xw5e

4 жыл бұрын

Outer protection doesn't come all hoses.

I cant get my fan to go back into clips

How much does this usually cost?

@InitechAuto

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not really sure.

What about the sulev sensor??

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

Dario Corsi I think that’s on older models. Mine did not have one. Check your emissions decal on the hood.

@dariocorsi5976

4 жыл бұрын

@@InitechAuto what year is urs mine is a 07...mine don't have 1 on it but I have a p2570 code on it

@dariocorsi5976

4 жыл бұрын

I look it up and it shows the sensor

@InitechAuto

4 жыл бұрын

@@dariocorsi5976 Mine is an 08. I was wrong. Some models do come with radiators coated with manganese oxide and use an EAG sensor. You would have to buy a new radiator to fit your application. You might have the wrong radiator. As far as the P2570 code. You have to troubleshoot that code and see whats going on. Here is a good link. bestride.com/engine-trouble-codes/P2570 Common Problems That Trigger the P2570 Code EAC sensor coding to powertrain control module (DME) EAC sensor failure (part of radiator assembly) The radiator does not meet the manufacturer's requirements

I purchased my parts from www.autohausaz.com

You forgot to mention the sensor that goes on the radiator in those little holes that makes the fan turn on when it gets too hot why didn't you mention that part You're not supposed to put That's not even a BMW radiator if it doesn't have those holes in it for a 2008 BMW 328i because I own one and I know

@InitechAuto

2 жыл бұрын

I guess you don't know that not all BMWs came with that radiator. The one your are referring to is the manganese-coated radiator. They are the ones that take the sensor. All other BMWs take the regular radiator. And by the way. That EAC sensor does not turn the fan on. It's a emissions device. Read my notes!!

@mollygleim5056

2 жыл бұрын

@@InitechAuto then why doesn't the BMW run normal with that sensor on it but overheats or runs extremely hot to wear it overheats without it

@InitechAuto

2 жыл бұрын

@@mollygleim5056 I have no idea why your vehicle is overheating. Take it to a shop. This is not a diagnostic video. This video just shows you how to replace the radiator.

Putting water in my B M W?

@InitechAuto

2 жыл бұрын

I don't understand your question? But yes, Coolant is mixed with distilled water.

Your car is going to run hot because you didn't put that wire into that radiator on the back of it in between the fan and the radiator know that

@InitechAuto

2 жыл бұрын

All I can say is you have no idea of what your talking about. With your logic, this vehicle should have overheated 4 years ago. Think about that.

You mentioned nothing about the sensor that goes on to the radiator unreal

@InitechAuto

2 жыл бұрын

Read the notes! Unreal lol