Thank you so much for this video, you explained everything in such wonderful detail it made replacing my thermostat so easy. My husband was not sure how to approach the job but after watching your video a few times he did it and now my baby is back without spending hundreds to fix. Thanks again and keep up the good work.
This is the BEST video on how to do it god damn. Not even FCP euro video was that good I feel like theirs was more focused on the water pump. Thanks man this videos helped me tremendously
Thank you. Very easy job. I quick note from my experience: I broke two clips - one electrical on the first sensor I unplugged, and the other was the canterlever one on the air intake. I secured both of them with zip tie instead of replacing the sensor and clip assembly.
This a good video. Simple explanations. It gave me the confidence to complete the repair myself. I got the code 21D2404 MAP thermostat line disconnected. I read somewhere to use distilled water if you are mixing your own anti-freeze. I buy the pre-mixed 50/50. For those concerned about the torque specs for the thermostat bolts...it is 7 to 8 ft/lbs. Thanks for telling us where to buy the part as well. @ESylver indeed. BMW dealer wanted 650 to do the job. My trustworthy mechanic quoted me about 440. I will save a lot of money thanks to this video.
Thank you for making this very informative video. Thanks to you I was able to replace the thermostat and in turn clear the error code. You were a big help. Thanks again buddy!
Sergio Aguilera I’ve thought about it but kind of want to go stage 2 first than make a video lol but for sure when it starts getting nicer here in Chicago I’ll make the video
i appreciate your vid. sometimes you said "right there" but it wuld be helpful if you put your finger in front of the camera and touched the piece you are talking about (when possible). great vid, do more of them .
Great video thanks... I had that same code come up and your video helped thanks. Also do you ever have “Drivetrain Malfuction” error come up? My 320 just came up :(
i think i have a leak in the o ring on the first hose you removed on the video .. i dont know if i have to bleed all the system in order to change it? .. great video man really thnx
Thanks for the video. I have a question regarding the bleeder valves. Did you open them both or just the one? Then of course they are closed after the process is completed. Thank you.
I successfully changed the sensor and thermostat this evening but I still have the check engine light on my dash and my gauge on my cluster panel isn’t working as well. Anybody help me out? Thank you.
Hello ! first of all thank you very much for the video. The explanations are perfect. I have a 116i F20 (N13) following the replacement of the temperature sensor and bleed I have pressure in the hoses and the vessel. Engine overheats and I have no heater in the car. Would the purge be badly done? (handling with the 15-second accelerator allows all the air to be purged?) Thank you ! ( your cold start is so good )
You let the car bleed itself like i did in the video. If you want just hold down the gas pedal till you hear the coolant start moving. or Maybe you didnt let the car do the process long enough
Do you really need a battery charger ? It's gonna be additional cost if need to buy 1 just for changing the thermostat. Any other options? Can just bleed by unscrewing the bleeding screw near the spare tank? Thanks
It might have been but i didnt want to do all the extra stuff with the dealer. Plus i fixed it in like 2 hours. it wouldve been at the dealer for longer
Damn I got no check engine light but I’m sure it’s stuck open my 320i runs colder then normal and my engine fan kicks in on high cold starts how did you get a code for it any symptoms besides the codes
How many miles when the thermostat failed? Have you also replaced the water pump? Why did you not replaced both at the same time to avoid another work on just the pump later on?
The car had 100k miles. And to be totally honest the n20 is so easy to work on so its not like its a pain to get to the waterpump. Its not like n54/n55 which is annoying to do.
@@LuisGee Thank you for answering. The thermostat of my N20 also gave me alarm at 103K miles. I am debating replacing just the Thermostat and also replace the pump at the same time,
Hey man did you ever notice your temp needle go to 220/230 operating temperature and then when you stop at a red light for a minute or two see the temperature go down then back up after you start driving again?? Mine is doing that right now
@@zacharyburkhart6312 did you figure out why that's happening? Mine started doing that a few months ago. It's not overheating but getting warmer than usual just under 250 on highway. I changed the oil, new coolant. System is bled. Seen a slight improvement with new coolant but not sure what else it could be that would allow it to get hotter in eco and comfort on highway.
lol same. I bought my f30 three years ago now and it’s been amazing. I drive A LOT so I’m already at 120,000 miles and the only issue i’ve had with it has been this thermostat that just happened. I also highly recommend you change the transmission fluid if you haven’t already to keep that ZF 8 speed shifting smooth and lasting a long time. 👌🏼
Im about to make a year with mine and have 114k miles lol i drive alot also, part of my job. Ive been thinking about changing the trans fluid. Like that these cars are pretty reliable 🤙🏼
Thanks for the video, it really helps. One question is, did you take out the engine filter together with the intake housing? Also for others, I find this video overlaps with the first steps to take off intake hood: ua-cam.com/video/-zXQhzqKiHQ/v-deo.html
Hi. After opening the 2 valves (the one on the hose and the one on the coolant tank).... At which time do i have to close valves? After the whole bleeding process, or immediately after the venting? Would be so thankful if you could explain that 🙏
Thank you so much for this video, you explained everything in such wonderful detail it made replacing my thermostat so easy. My husband was not sure how to approach the job but after watching your video a few times he did it and now my baby is back without spending hundreds to fix. Thanks again and keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for making this video. You were very detailed. I don’t see many videos as detailed as yours. I hope to see more in the future. 😊
This is the BEST video on how to do it god damn. Not even FCP euro video was that good I feel like theirs was more focused on the water pump. Thanks man this videos helped me tremendously
You’re welcome. I really happy this helped 💯
Thank you. Very easy job. I quick note from my experience: I broke two clips - one electrical on the first sensor I unplugged, and the other was the canterlever one on the air intake. I secured both of them with zip tie instead of replacing the sensor and clip assembly.
Was sketched out about doing this job but you made it look easy so I went ahead and ordered everything. Thanks !
You really did a good job on this video ! I replaced my thermostat with the help of your video. Thanks so much !!
I’m glad it helped
Thanks for this video brother. I have to do this myself. I didn't realize it had a certain way to be bled
This a good video. Simple explanations. It gave me the confidence to complete the repair myself. I got the code 21D2404 MAP thermostat line disconnected. I read somewhere to use distilled water if you are mixing your own anti-freeze. I buy the pre-mixed 50/50. For those concerned about the torque specs for the thermostat bolts...it is 7 to 8 ft/lbs. Thanks for telling us where to buy the part as well. @ESylver indeed. BMW dealer wanted 650 to do the job. My trustworthy mechanic quoted me about 440. I will save a lot of money thanks to this video.
Thanks for this video. Need to replace my thermostat and will use this as reference
You really helped thank you for everything man
Thank you for making this very informative video. Thanks to you I was able to replace the thermostat and in turn clear the error code. You were a big help. Thanks again buddy!
No problem 💯
Thank you so much !!!!! Very helpful this video 👌👍👊🏼
Great Job and thanks a lot for your video. Cheers
Thank you. Great video. Will be doing this tomorrow!
Nice video bro ,Keep it up! This is more of a raw diy which the majority of us need to see since other videos make it look way to easy.
Sergio Aguilera thank you. I appreciate it
Luis Gee when are you gonna upload a video about your mods ?
Sergio Aguilera I’ve thought about it but kind of want to go stage 2 first than make a video lol but for sure when it starts getting nicer here in Chicago I’ll make the video
Luis Gee nice nice, how has your car held up so far ? Have you ever thought about checking your valves for carbon deposits?
Luis Gee what’s your ig @?
Helpful, thank you for posting 👍
Very helpful thanks bro 💯
Excellent video!
i appreciate your vid. sometimes you said "right there" but it wuld be helpful if you put your finger in front of the camera and touched the piece you are talking about (when possible). great vid, do more of them .
Hell yea bro thank you for this!
Thanks for the video man
Great video thanks... I had that same code come up and your video helped thanks.
Also do you ever have “Drivetrain Malfuction” error come up? My 320 just came up :(
i think i have a leak in the o ring on the first hose you removed on the video .. i dont know if i have to bleed all the system in order to change it? .. great video man really thnx
Great video man, I just got my first P0597 code today so it’s time to order a new thermostat from FCP Euro. I love their refund policy.
Thank you. Hope your install goes smooth and easy
Luis Gee your video makes it look pretty straight forward so I don’t expect any issues. Owning two BMWs is definitely honing my mechanic skills.
@@lotsofcurveslover was thinking about letting the mechanic do it, but it can't help to get my mechanic skills honed myself ha
@@rude30k go for it. Owning a used BMW makes you a better mechanic.
Would it have been easier to drain all the coolant first and then put it back in? Great video.
Nice very informative!
Dude awesome
Thanks for the video. I have a question regarding the bleeder valves. Did you open them both or just the one? Then of course they are closed after the process is completed. Thank you.
Good look💯
Thank you bro
After I listened the clip on the thermostat housing hose how do I pull it off without breaking it? Because it's not coming off easily
Can you include the Parts number of the items you replace?
Great work done mate. Very helpful.
Can you please tell me how much antifreeze/coolant did the car use? And which one?
Its the blue coolant and just fill i just filled it up till it was topped off
I'm at the bleeding the system procedure I hear it click when I press the gas pedal for 15 sec but I don't see it hear the water running through
I successfully changed the sensor and thermostat this evening but I still have the check engine light on my dash and my gauge on my cluster panel isn’t working as well. Anybody help me out? Thank you.
Didn't see the part when you tur heated on if you leave bleeds open or close
Hello !
first of all thank you very much for the video. The explanations are perfect.
I have a 116i F20 (N13) following the replacement of the temperature sensor and bleed I have pressure in the hoses and the vessel. Engine overheats and I have no heater in the car. Would the purge be badly done? (handling with the 15-second accelerator allows all the air to be purged?)
Thank you !
( your cold start is so good )
You let the car bleed itself like i did in the video. If you want just hold down the gas pedal till you hear the coolant start moving. or Maybe you didnt let the car do the process long enough
@@LuisGee I found the problem, My heating radiator is blocked.. because anti leak in the system ! now I need to disassemble the dashboard
Quick question, when bleeding do both bleeder valves need to be open, the one on the reservoir and the thermostat.
Just the reservoir one for like a couple seconds
the error you get on your dash ignition switched on what's about? ive been having this error last year and i don't know what does it mean???
Lars Green It just means the thermostat is open so you have to replace it
Do you really need a battery charger
? It's gonna be additional cost if need to buy 1 just for changing the thermostat. Any other options? Can just bleed by unscrewing the bleeding screw near the spare tank? Thanks
If your battery is healthy then you probably don’t really need a charger
Vote for Pedro!
What if you don’t have a check engine light on but having this over heating problem
Try bleeding the system. If you dont hear it start or it just doesnt do the bleeding process overall it may be the water pump
overall how long did it take you to do this? My mechanic quoted by 4 hours of labor for this...
Like an hour or two
i change it and after 15min the code still came up
Out of curiosity, was your car not eligible for the 10year/120k warranty extension on N20 thermostats?
It might have been but i didnt want to do all the extra stuff with the dealer. Plus i fixed it in like 2 hours. it wouldve been at the dealer for longer
Makes sense.
Damn I got no check engine light but I’m sure it’s stuck open my 320i runs colder then normal and my engine fan kicks in on high cold starts how did you get a code for it any symptoms besides the codes
Honestly the only symptom was It never heating up.
Same thanks for the reply bro I’ll replace asap
How long did it take your code to clear after replacement? I can’t clear mine with my scanner
To be honest i dont remember if i cleared it or not lol or if i just let it go away on its own
@@LuisGee ok thank you looks like mine reset itself
How many miles when the thermostat failed? Have you also replaced the water pump? Why did you not replaced both at the same time to avoid another work on just the pump later on?
The car had 100k miles. And to be totally honest the n20 is so easy to work on so its not like its a pain to get to the waterpump. Its not like n54/n55 which is annoying to do.
@@LuisGee Thank you for answering. The thermostat of my N20 also gave me alarm at 103K miles. I am debating replacing just the Thermostat and also replace the pump at the same time,
Bro u said grommet! We are friends now lol only my friends say grommet lol thanks for the video!!
Hi where did u get the coolant flange
What flange?
that's a nice tutorial. a quick question, did you have to remove the under panel to let the coolant drain? or did you just leave the panel on?
I just left the panel on lol
@@LuisGee thanks !
Hey man did you ever notice your temp needle go to 220/230 operating temperature and then when you stop at a red light for a minute or two see the temperature go down then back up after you start driving again?? Mine is doing that right now
No it hasn’t happened to me
This is what mine is currently doing. Highway it’ll sit between 90-100c then as soon as I start getting into city driving it drops.
@@zacharyburkhart6312 did you figure out why that's happening? Mine started doing that a few months ago. It's not overheating but getting warmer than usual just under 250 on highway. I changed the oil, new coolant. System is bled. Seen a slight improvement with new coolant but not sure what else it could be that would allow it to get hotter in eco and comfort on highway.
What kind of scanner did you used?
My phone with a obd2 bluetooth connector
Dude where you located I’m in corona area can you come do it for me?
I’m in Chicago illinois
Thank you for this!! Also clean your engine bay bro! 🤪
Max Jackson lmao i clean it every once in a while
lol same. I bought my f30 three years ago now and it’s been amazing. I drive A LOT so I’m already at 120,000 miles and the only issue i’ve had with it has been this thermostat that just happened.
I also highly recommend you change the transmission fluid if you haven’t already to keep that ZF 8 speed shifting smooth and lasting a long time. 👌🏼
Im about to make a year with mine and have 114k miles lol i drive alot also, part of my job. Ive been thinking about changing the trans fluid. Like that these cars are pretty reliable 🤙🏼
Thanks for the video, it really helps. One question is, did you take out the engine filter together with the intake housing?
Also for others, I find this video overlaps with the first steps to take off intake hood: ua-cam.com/video/-zXQhzqKiHQ/v-deo.html
Yes. I didnt physically take out the filter. I left it in its box and took it out as a whole
use distilled water
The e84 x1 is much much worse.
Sorry wrong video
Too complicated…!!
Hi. After opening the 2 valves (the one on the hose and the one on the coolant tank).... At which time do i have to close valves? After the whole bleeding process, or immediately after the venting? Would be so thankful if you could explain that 🙏