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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1069 (COOLING SYSTEM - REPAIR (N54))
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
Section 1069 (Cooling System - Repair (N54))
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Section 1069 (Cooling System - Repair (N54))
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- Coolant, Checking Coolant System
- 17 00... Instructions for working on cooling system
- 17 00 005 Draining and adding coolant (N54)
- 17 00 009 Checking cooling system for water leaks
- 17 00 039 Venting cooling system and checking for water leaks (N52K)
- 17 00 039 Venting cooling system and checking for water leaks (N54)
- 17 00 515 Checking function of radiator and heating system
- Radiator, Expansion Tank, Pipes
- Engine Radiator With Attachment
- 17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator (N52K, N54)
- 17 11 035 Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (N54)
- 17 11 040 Removing and installing/replacing thermostat cartridge (N62TU/N52K/N54/M57T2)
- 17 11 056 Removing and installing both module carriers (N54)
- 17 11 100 Removing and installing/replacing coolant expansion tank (N62TU/N52K/N54)
- 17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing bracket for engine oil cooler
- 17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing bracket for supplementary radiator
- 17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing engine oil cooler (N62TU, N54)
- 17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing supplementary coolant cooler (N54)
- 17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing supplementary oil cooler
- 17 11 370 Removing and installing/replacing power steering cooling coil (N62TU/N52K/N54/M57T2)
- Oil Cooler
- Oil Cooler Lines
- Charge Air Cooler With Mount
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.