my 1998 bmw 318ti sport compact keeps overheating iv replaced the head gasket and thermosat but still is overheating can any one help me with my problem

5

Asked by King Aug 17, 2009 at 12:12 PM about the 1998 BMW 3 Series 318i Sedan RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

keeps overheating iv replaced the head gasket and thermosat but still is overheating can any one help me with my problem

3 Answers
75

Colin answered 15 years ago

Does your radiator fan still go? if not, check that the fans motor isn't dead and then get the thermo sensor switch in the side of the radiator check and replaced too. This switch failed on my ti, which stopped the fan from going and the temperature to skyrocket.

2 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

3 Series

Looking for a Used 3 Series in your area?

CarGurus has 1,205 nationwide 3 Series listings starting at $1,995.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search BMW 3 Series Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Robert Charlson
    Reputation
    3,950
  • #2
    apbimmer98
    Reputation
    3,100
  • #3
    Abu Luca
    Reputation
    2,980
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used BMW 5 Series
27 Great Deals out of 332 listings starting at $4,800
Used BMW M3
7 Great Deals out of 99 listings starting at $15,995
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class
81 Great Deals out of 1,429 listings starting at $3,499
Used Ford Mustang
49 Great Deals out of 1,268 listings starting at $4,995
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
43 Great Deals out of 500 listings starting at $5,700
Used Honda Accord
40 Great Deals out of 908 listings starting at $2,799

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.