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      04-11-2024, 12:44 PM   #7
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Drives: 2011 535i 6MT
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Water pump?

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Originally Posted by poverty.f10 View Post
Welcome back buddy. If you need a list of things to check there’s lots of resources here. Most basic things include:

-valve cover and/or gasket
-oil cooler and ofh gaskets
-rod bearings(depends on mx history)
-oil pressure sensor leaking
-thrust arm bushings (front control arms)
Since you provided this first list, what about the water pump? I've read that because it is electric and not mechanical, it can go out without warning, and was thinking it might be wise to replace as a preventative maintenance item.
Thoughts? Is it straightforward for a somewhat competent DIYer? Or buried somewhere requiring major engine disassembly to replace.
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