17 00 005 Draining and topping up coolant (Z3 M54): Recycling

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Catch and dispose of drained coolant. Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Draining Coolant:

Open cap on coolant expansion tank.

Slacken vent screw (1) on coolant expansion tank.

Fig 1: Slackening Vent Screw On Coolant Expansion Tank

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Remove underbody protection.

Open drain plug at bottom of radiator.

Fig 2: Opening Drain Plug At Bottom Of Radiator

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Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.