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I have a 2012 528i and noticed yesterday morning that there was a blueish greenish fluid leaking from under the car. About 3 weeks ago, the car displayed a message saying the car was low on coolant. We took it to the dealership and they topped the coolant off but the person who filled it up for us went a good bit over the Max fill line (not sure if this is a problem). I'll attach pictures of what the leaking fluid from yesterday looked like. I'm not the most experienced person so I'd appreciate any help.
Highest level coolant picture is from when we got it topped off. Medium level is from today. Lowest level is from 3 weeks ago when the car popped up the low coolant message. Person at the dealership said the car uses coolant just like it uses anything else? Normal stuff? |
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Uses coolant - nonsense. If coolant is used, it's a problem.
Based on your pics and description the overfill reservoir has less coolant from the time it was topped off. That tells me you have a leak somewhere. Have you touched, smelled the leaking trail you got on concrete? Is it a bit greasy but watery to a touch? If so, it's coolant. This needs to be taken care ASAP to avoid overheating and/or extensive damage down the road. The leak could be coming from many areas (thermostat, water pump, hoses, turbo cooling lines, etc.,).
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Again I'm not really the most experienced but from what I've researched, if the coolant was leaking out the bottom, it's safe to say that it's not being mixed in with engine oil or anything like that? Also would the dealership be the best place to take it? I appreciate all the help, thanks. |
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I am not familiar with South Cal and will let other forum members to chime in who are from that region. You need to look for an independent mechanic that specializes in BMW, preferred certified by BMW, or at least specializes on German cars. The list you provided are generic places and some are Body Shops and not mechanics. Try Yelp in your area or Google Search for BMW specialists.
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Yelp is a good source...
https://www.yelp.com/search?find_des...iverside%2C+CA In my case my dealer is marginally; and in some instances cheaper; more expensive than the indy that's within a mile or so. Don't be afraid to pit your dealer against an indy; that is if you like your dealer's service. |
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