316i overheating when stuck in traffic
Moderator: martauto
Hi I was wondering if anyone could help me, my e30 316i has started to overheat when stuck in traffic. About a week ago the water pump went and it started to overheat however that has now been replaced and it is not losing a drop of coolent. The car is fine when its moving, its just when its stuck in traffic for more then about 5 mins it starts to get hot. I have found putting the heating and blower on full does bring it back to normal.
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smithy318i
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I agree.Chris-W wrote:Sounds like the viscous coupling for your fan has failed.
Wana buy one ? I have a spare.
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smithy318i
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The coupling is the metal section joining the fan blades to the engine.
It is quite easy to remove with a 32mm spanner.
It is quite easy to remove with a 32mm spanner.
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Brianmoooore
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If the water pump was recently replaced, you've already had it off. I hope you didn't locktite it back on!
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daimlerman
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Brian seems to be full of newyear cheer...
Youth is wasted on the young.
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Brianmoooore
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Don't know about newyear cheer, but I'm certainly suffering from newyear beer!
