2013 BMW 5 Series Coolant

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2013 BMW 5 Series Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is typically a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to reduce the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely difficult. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the primary ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be combined to create the conducive coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water increased, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being increased to the engine system. Give the consultants at Richmond BMW a call at 8042074692 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including BMW has developed its own coolant or requires a diversified coolant that is scarce to diversified years and models. There are bountiful colors of coolants to aid distinguish each including red, yellow, purple green, blue, and orange. It is extraordinary to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Distinct models will not be compelling even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

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What happens if my 2013 BMW 5 Series runs out of coolant?

Your 2013 BMW 5 Series doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a visible percentage range or your 2013 BMW 5 Series engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant completely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How long does 2013 BMW 5 Series coolant last?

How naturally you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are copious types of coolants. Interestingly enough, up until the mid-1990s there was basically only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not recommended for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For decisive information on what intervals your coolant needs to be replaced, check your 2013 BMW 5 Series maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Richmond BMW a call at 8042074692 now and ask one of our factory-trained technicians or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

How often should you change coolant in a 2013 BMW 5 Series?

Typically, you should have your 2013 BMW 5 Series coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you deliver your vehicle into Richmond BMW, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make bold it's diluted correctly. It's considerable to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make bold you catch any issues before they cause risky damage. When it comes to your 2013 BMW 5 Series engine, it's better safe than apologetic.

What color coolant does 2013 BMW 5 Series use?

It's meaningful to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are commonly orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are commonly green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be bold to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your 2013 BMW 5 Series, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2013 BMW 5 Series to Richmond BMW or give us a call at 8042074692. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2013 BMW 5 Series?

Common symptoms that your 2013 BMW 5 Series needs a coolant flush are:

Steam will come from the radiator or hood
Your heater may stop working
Your check engine light may turn on
Coolant will frequently leak out when the engine is functioning. Check the ground when you park.
Your temperature gauge will select well above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
Sometimes, albeit inconceivable, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant

What kind of coolant does 2013 BMW 5 Series use?

There are copious types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's exceptional to reference your 2013 BMW 5 Series owner's manual for the conspicuous type of coolant mandatory and the singular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our BMW 5 Series professional service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make bold the suitable coolant is used. Give Richmond BMW a call today!

How much coolant does a 2013 BMW 5 Series take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly diversified level of coolant. To see the careful eject decisive you should always check your 2013 BMW 5 Series owner's manual. Give us a call or deliver your automobile to Richmond BMW and we'll interpretation any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make bold your vehicle engine is bitter before checking your coolant level.