How to Replace Electric Waterpump and Thermostat on AWD E90 BMW 328xi (xDrive) N52

[@colerobinson1187]

The voiceover really aids in the teaching factor. Thanks for taking the time to video this task

[@Marc69mk3]

Nice Job man, I was quoted 1,100.00 for the work by a mechanic, I bought the parts myself from FCP Euro and your video saved me 732.00. I really appreciated a professionally made video with such detail , Kudos to you bud, again thank you so much!!!!!!.( repair done on 2007 BMW 328ix)NOTE: for this model and year steps are insert key,press start button ONCE , Turn heater and dials to hot, and press gas pedal 12 seconds. then the pump comes on

[@InlineSixAuto]

That’s amazing! Glad I could help!

[@MickeyGlover]

@@313BriX itll be full blast, and loud, mine just went out today.

[@4tmonte653]

i replaced mines and nothing wont come out when i try to bleed it

[@SomeKidsAtHomes]

Americans be paying 10x even for parts lol

[@xanderkelley3764]

Crazy mine lasted as long as it did at 165k had no idea definitely one of the best videos out there for this

[@ivygooch8101]

Mine just failed at 167k. Good stuff bro

[@9145709902]

The one on my 2006 325xi lasted about 165k also.

[@lakaiandi220]

Mad props, man. just replaced my original water pump and thermostat from 2007. I followed along pausing and replaying certain parts, and it went so smoothly. thank god for this video.

[@InlineSixAuto]

That is awesome. Glad I could help guide !

[@luchomoore6636]

Great video! You hit it out of the ballpark! Excellent explanations, very detailed. I like the fact that you take your time, no rush. I will be looking for more of your videos. Thank you!!!

[@marcop7850]

Great video! I just did my thermostat and water pump at 245,000 miles when I got a thermostat failure code. No need to remove the radiator fan. The flexible hose clamp sockets are really helpful. Thanks for all your insights!

[@JordanBobGeek]

Thank you so much! Watched half a dozen videos and yours was the most helpful. Saved about $1k doing this myself over taking it to my mechanic.

[@adasterdezaster2865]

Owned several BMW's this is the first E90 328I Xdrive I've owned. Thank you for making this content! Bought it off FB Marketplace and on the way home it overheated and went into limp mode.

[@zureai]

Man this looks complicated for a first time car owner doing DIY... but fuck it this video is pretty straightforward

[@rocckkout4243]

Lmaoo did u ever fix it ?

[@zureai]

@@rocckkout4243 Yeah. Oil pan gasket next… I’m gonna pay someone else to do it though 🤣

[@MA.Commerce]

@@zureaiwas it hard??

[@zureai]

@@MA.Commerce Not hard just annoying to get to especially for a noob like me. Defs would need to set extra time aside to get it done 😂

[@bogdanarsene9602]

Amazing video dude! The best on youtube for waterpump + thermostat. One thing to mention about the hoses with the C shaped clip, that clip can stay in while you push the hose onto the fitting. It will make a satisfying click and you know it's secure.

[@InlineSixAuto]

Oh wow thank you for pointing that out!

[@eddurant3811]

Thanks for the video! This was the most helpful one out there on water pump / thermostat replacement! You did a great job of getting the camera into an area where, frankly, it's hard to see much even in person with all the hoses jammed in there. Be prepared to buy some new tools, and leave yourself extra time. It's definitely a doable job for anyone as long as you are patient and don't try to force anything. Probably saves about a thousand dollars vs dealer prices, and you get the satisfaction of completing a challenge when it's all back together. I put the front end of jack stands and did most of it on my back.

[@haydndrums]

Almost done fixing my fiance's 2007. Also doing this on my back but got some ramps for my front tires to sit on instead of using a jack/jacks. Also doing her spark plugs as the car would shiver when stopped at red lights. Most forums suggest that replacing sparks will fix this. Fingers crossed!

[@rschneid1996]

Thank you for posting a video specific to an AWD model. Dropping the sway bar really opens up access to the water pump !

[@dmitriyhanderhan93]

Thank you so much for this. I followed your video instructions and was able to replace my water pump and thermostat. Shop was trying to charge me close to $800 to replace both. I just did exactly what you said DIY now I feel so much better knowing how to do this in the future. Thank you man.

[@rickcook6867]

Great camera work best I have seen on this repair. Thank you for your help blessings to you.

[@wishfulbuy]

Great video! and I believe this is the only one great video on the xDrive model. As the subframe is quite different vs the RWD models, the space is very tight. I just started my DIY project on my 2009 328xi, and hit the wall at the bottom right away, and luckily I found this video on xDrive models, otherwise I will almost gave up! I will order some tools per your links, and back to the project again. Thanks.

[@friguy4444]

THANK YOU BIG TIME FOR POSTING A AWD X DRIVE BMW WATER PUMP JOB!!!!! You helped me sooo much!!!

[@hoseanation1145]

Your video helped me a lot. I have the ixdrive model and I realized when you removed the fan you have room to work on the water pump and t-stat

[@Hogwartsediting]

Very well done my man! The way you explain the step by step, and your listing of the tools in the beginning. I applaud you sir!! Mashing that subscribe button.

[@Joseph-gi9fw]

Good job man. I have 126k miles on my 2011 328i. Original water pump and thermostat. I’m going to change it out real soon. It’s still functioning but just like you mentioned in your video to change it now then be stranded on the road.

[@Top_g80comp]

This is by far the best video, great job with positioning the camera at the right angles. Well done 🤘🏻💯

[@brunostiglitz7535]

Just had my water pump and thermostat replaced at 78,000km - 2008 323i model (automatic) it’s very interesting to see that coming from a car that we don’t drive often can still fail on you. You would think BMW would make things reliable opposed to some Japanese cars. Thanks for this well detailed video and makes me have a clear view of how you replaced it 👌🏻

[@DaSurfr]

This is a great video. My car has roughly 81K miles and I'm already planning for this repair. Thank you, very helpful!

[@dachmen]

That was a great performance The Art of Fixing cars AWESOME!! THANK YOU GOD BLESS

[@cornpopthebaddude3992]

Thanks for this video ! Took me 4 hours , since I replaced the original one it took a little bit longer since it was metal and the hoses welded to the thermostat pretty much lol . Plus no lift , took about 4 hours . Now my cat monitor can finally activate since the thermostat is emissions related (cold start)

[@InlineSixAuto]

Glad it was a success !

[@cornpopthebaddude3992]

@@InlineSixAuto seriously , thank you very much ! Almost gave up not gunna lie 😂

[@joemac300]

Great work, the best video I have seen on this repair. Thank you for your help.

[@topflightmechanic8692]

I have performed this job before and this is better than my own memory

[@justinsgarage4751]

Hey man, thanks a ton for this video. So helpful, could not have done the job without it.

[@mrpriceisright]

Nice video. Thats a really old school torque wrench!

[@bflydon]

Great video! No other videos showed this DIY on an AWD E90. Much less room to work with!

[@danielcruz1237]

This is the best video ive seen. Nice job with the details bro..

[@e-jay6390]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! Only one exception though: Most of us DIYers are not mechanics, hence we don't have lifts in our garages. This video would have been much more helpful if you had produced it using jack stands so your viewers would've been able to relate better . Otherwise, GREAT video. THANKS.

[@bakeralarnousi4721]

Took me 8 hours on jacks with a broken back 😂

[@sicktj]

Great video. This makes me less worried about doing this job in the near future. I find it funny that when it comes to some BMW parts, we replace the entire water pump and not the old rubber hoses. It's just infuriating to me that rubber hoses outlast the water pump. A water pump designed like it is, should last at least 150k.

[@IAN-no2wf]

Thanks for the detailed explaination of everything. SHop quoted me 1800 for water pump and thermostat replacment. ordered the parts off FCP Euro and didnt myself in about 5 hrs

[@tommyyoung9413]

Mine went at 160k LOL guess I can’t be too mad thanks for this man

[@lukesecrest1687]

Wooooweeee mines approaching that mileage. Hoping that doesn't happen to me, dunno if my car has the stock pump or not

[@tommyyoung9413]

@@lukesecrest1687 if it goes out there’s no warning it’s just boom overheat after 15 miles or so. Just changed mine today watching this video step by step super happy

[@MrBlade579]

Big thanks buddy! You saved my day

[@bonegoggles72]

Great job on the video! Very thorough and very detailed.

[@joseduran2693]

Job well done , very good splanations and you make it look so easy

[@ramadanarslan6429]

This was the best video I have seen Thank you

[@eddiegomez4633]

Well explained step by step I'm using this video when doing mine, thanks!!

[@brycesnell6071]

Thanks for the video. I watched it while getting mine done. It did last 187k though!

[@crazy4gta1]

I love how the pump has a lifespan of 60-180 thousand miles

[@xr500t]

Dude, go to Harborfreight and get yourself a click torque wrench, you really went old school! Also, you need different length extensions..... Kudos, good going and great description on the job at hand! Yeah, nice lift too!

[@InlineSixAuto]

I actually have a clock torque wrench but The one I have was too big so I had to go old school since that’s what I had available to me.

[@kingly71]

what all hoses should i replace while I'm down there? i have a "mickey mouse flange" hose ready to go... but are there any others?

[@cashually4240]

Much appreciated! Just finished.. broke the cool return line above the fan 😅 but the coolent gushing out let me know that it’s working! Thanks

[@mastershredder2002]

thanks, very clear and concise.

[@napalmnn]

Thank you, this helped me very much with my e91 6MT! The LCI is slightly different at least in terms of the radiator fan! Otherwise exactly the same.

[@trebaelyan2350]

Different how? Doing mine tomorrow and hoping to get all the relevant info i can :)

[@healthysmart1703]

Excellent video,, Top Marks. Thank you.

[@user-GdmmdG]

This took me forever 😭😭

[@Bavarian_M]

Great video not many X5 waterpump videos out there!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@jeffreydelk2361]

Excellent video - thanks so much. I did find the soundtrack a bit annoying and distracting though. I guess I’m old!

[@gabasilviu]

I suggest your next mod should be a custom steering wheel or a limited slip differential. If this car was mine i would also make the interior headliner black (and all the handles and plastics) and would fit a 335i style exhaust (with the bumber). Man i love the color of your car. It s fabulos!. Your entire car is like my dream car. Looking to change my 2005 118d to one like yours. Unfortunately i live in east europe and we usually buy diesels so i am looking up a 320d e90 2011 the one with 184hp. I want to make it exactly like yours

[@gabasilviu]

And somehow make the infotainment play bluetooth music. It sucks coz it only works as a telephone, not being able to stream your playlist

[@InlineSixAuto]

Do you have an aux port?

[@cgpstreamlab5200]

I have to put coolant in my 2011 328xi everyday, the thermostat + water pump are just eating the coolant like its nothing... wondering whats the problem

[@johnnyhallelujah]

Fantastic job! Great pictures and step by step narrative and tools etc... I have a z3 2002 3.0 also and a n51 2011 328i xi so I am studying the cooling system refreshing heavily as it is about that time. I noticed you did not replace the coolant resevoir, or cap or bleed screw... I see a lot of paranoia and people replacing radiators, fans, etc... every 60k. Is this overkill to you? Maybe if I tracked the car I would think okay, but after owning a couple 328i Msports 2010 and 2011 and approx 110000 miles each, with no really hard driving in western NC climates, no problems... Is it more or a climate oriented question? I mean plastic or not, BMW is certainly cranking out better parts than say my Buick Lesabre T type that ate 3 water pumps by the time it rolled to 100k miles. Replace that sucker with a boxster and never looked back. Loyal to BMW now and loving em. Looking forward to more of your knowledge. Keep it real!

[@himeedajew]

Great step by step vid...this going to be the same for 2010 535i xdrive?

[@Forging403]

Great video sir. Thank you very much. I'm now a follower and subscribed too.

[@normaano]

so with xdrive its the same as without xdrive? Im glad, i thought i have to lower the front frame again (no fun there)

[@martinalvillar5490]

Great video informative

[@nikkoarnado6521]

Damn you a G my G. Hella nice work. Got any plans on attending any SoCal Bimmer meetups? There's Bimmers and Bagels at Sterling BMW in Newport Beach this Sunday July 18th, 2021, 8-10AM

[@InlineSixAuto]

There’s actually a huge BMW meet tommorow organized by SDBimmers in Vista, CA. I’ll be taking both my BMWs.

[@alvinfillio6857]

What the water pump causes problem makes the pressure on driving

[@kendrelewis5465]

Thank you! You save me $1000

[@rique6068]

Does bleeder screw still remove excess air if measuring stick is gone

[@johngalv9288]

Very detailed video, nice job! I'll be referring to it next week when I do mine. Thanks (2006 325i) not sure if it's N52? where to look?

[@InlineSixAuto]

Thank you! and yes its also N52 but tuned down a bit with alittle less power than the N52 in the 328i (2007-11)

[@livinincalifornia]

You should install the quick connect hoses with the clamp already down. You only need the clamp released to remove it, if you install it like you did it may not seal.

[@danteverdun2028]

Awesome video 👍

[@sabritas01-mlta-42]

Replaced mine today at 287k miles original pump too

[@alvinfillio6857]

Thank you

[@vmmramos]

Man that red looks great, what color is it ?

[@alexg8460]

Thankyou just changed my thermostat and almost out in and AutoZone one after looking at reviews people were breaking down after 3 weeks. I ordered the oem bimmer website and all was $390 for water pump thermostat and 1 gallon concentrate antifreeze bmw. Took about 6 hours in total was not hard I just take my time and double check everything. Parts came in 3 days even though needed my car I didn’t want to take all apart again because I put in Chinese parts in a rush. Just borrowed car from a friend. Thanks video was all exact just 1 question? After priming water pump and the 12 minutes all that I add antifreeze was a bit low and then I have driven the car around 30 minutes all good , do I need to open cap and check again coolant level??

[@InlineSixAuto]

Thats awesome to hear! and Its always good to check to make sure!

[@macangeloaugustine3118]

Great video 👍🏿

[@herbymarro]

Only one question, when you put the antifreeze, did you mix with deionized water ?

[@InlineSixAuto]

Yes it was mixed 50/50

[@alaninglis1924]

Had water pump and thermostat replaced in my X5 diesel, by BMW dealership, as a good friend who was dealer principal for many years suggested that as my vehicle has 178,000 on the clock he suggested that replacement would be good preventative maintenance as they give out without warning, being as we are about to tow a caravan away I took his advice. Don’t need to be stranded in middle of know where. My concern however, is parts plus labour came to $1253.40, Parts were $570.79. 3 hours labour $519.12, which is $173/hour Is this a bit over the top for a charge out rate, even for an older BMW . Be interested in your feed back.

[@tylerward7628]

damn good video bud, thank you!

[@ANIELLOARMANI]

What’s the difference between that water pump and the original bmw ? I saw that yours is the same manufacturer

[@InlineSixAuto]

There is no difference. Its exactly the same from the same manufacturer. Genuine BMW uses that same manufacturer for the water pump.

[@Mochathecockapoo1292]

great video! are you getting a fault code at all? mine shows as 2e85 BSD, message; electric coolant pump: Missing. I tried the bleeding process and it does work fine. car is not overheating however it shows this code. any ideas? Is there other way to tell if water pump is bad? Thanks!

[@InlineSixAuto]

Did you delete the code and it still comes back?

[@Mochathecockapoo1292]

@InlineSixAuto yeah it comes back right away

[@jamalnasir2846]

Great video the way its shown and the commentary matching its very important even video graph is done very clearly very well explained each every thing thank so much.

[@uptownphotography]

Great video detail on this repair. Would this be the same for the N54 (dual Turbo) engine on a 2008 335XI model. My car has a aggressive leak (from one of the hoses likely) on the back side of the water pump and thermostat area... I can't see where it's leaking until I can get to the hoses. (My thermostat and water pump were replace about 3 years ago w/10K miles on them)... Thanks very much. Phil

[@InlineSixAuto]

Thanks! The replacement should be very similar since it is in the same spot however there may additional parts surrounding it from the turbochargers.

[@uptownphotography]

@@InlineSixAuto Thanks for that info. I appreciate it very much. It really is tight in there as I just took another look (with a small mirror). I am debating about just letting my mechanic do it. It's pretty tedious (and a pain) trying to do it in my driveway with the car on ramps. A friend did replace the hose going from the intake manifold to the thermostat (as we thought that was the leak) and I was trying to see if the hose was seated all the way on the thermostat, using a mirror. but, it's really hard to see whats going on looking into a mirror. Thanks. Phil Jersey Shore area

[@jamesogara2219]

Fantastic!

[@livinincalifornia]

There's also a very specific ISTA process for initializing the new water pump, beyond the bleeding procedure. You need to be very careful when handling the new water pump as premature failure will occur.

[@stephendavies2572]

for the two rear hoses on the thermostat (10:35) have you removed the wheel? it looks as though you are accessing the hose clamps via the wheel well, inner fender area.

[@InlineSixAuto]

Yes I did access those hoses from inside wheel well. I didn't need to remove the wheel though since there was enough room from underneath since it was on the lift

[@johNDoe-yn1sw]

Heyy kinda late but did you need to drain the coolant or no

[@InlineSixAuto]

No didn’t drain any coolant. Only whatever came out when I removed the hoses from the waterpump.

[@Asadhayder]

How much l of antifreeze you had put in?

[@InlineSixAuto]

I dont remember how much but you just continue filling until its between min and max level after bleeding the system a couple times

[@Asadhayder]

@@InlineSixAuto I changed this pump today and poured about 8 liters of antifreeze into it،e61 n52b25 Turing

[@LxkknTV]

I changed my waterpump a min ago kept stat it was good now my radiator fan is loud as soon as i start my car could it be a bad stat?

[@clutchhmuch3644]

me too

[@LxkknTV]

@@clutchhmuch3644 it’s your thermostat

[@kendrelewis5465]

So I followed the video and after changing the water pump and thermostat my fans stays running at full speed, by any chance do you know why it's doing that? Check engine light is on as well, the code reader say it's because of coolant getting on the connector plug for the thermostat.

[@juliansilloperea4442]

Someone tells me what the 4 hoses that go in the thermostat are called.

[@johnnywalker5635]

Thanks hallen. Question. I don’t have a lift. But I have 12 inch wheel cribs. I see you disconnecting suspension components. Can I disconnect these same components with the normal car weight resting on the tires? No harm? Thank you.

[@InlineSixAuto]

I believe it should still be fine, since it’s just the sway bar. The weight is mainly on the strut/shock.

[@KareemJackson-ji3vx]

Best video

[@snoopyfix2]

Did you have any issues with the pump running as soon as you pugged it in?

[@InlineSixAuto]

Noo worked normal as I checked with the scanner. Were you having issues?

[@4tmonte653]

@@InlineSixAuto yes i am

[@martinhubbs1381]

Awesome thanks

[@michaelh8554]

Hey what size e socket do I need

[@rudeboys28712]

why not replace all the hoses while you at it. what if a hose is bad and burst on you then you lose the engine and new water pump. i seen two bmw that this happened. new water pump and thermostat but forgot to change hoses. i’m changing it all at once, every hose, pump and thermostat. it may cost more but i want worry about a bursted hose that ruined my engine.

[@seahawksforever9504]

On my 2009 BMW 328xi I got the Error code P0128 . Does that mean I change only the thermostat housing? I don't need to do the water pump?

[@InlineSixAuto]

I would think only the thermostat needs to be replaced but depending on your mileage itd be a good idea to just do the water pump also before the fails if it hasnt been replaced already

[@cadbane8662]

Do you not have the coolant temp sensor on the lower radiator hose?

[@InlineSixAuto]

No I didn’t have any sensor there.

[@cadbane8662]

@@InlineSixAuto the kit I got had the lower radiator hose with a water temp sensor. I thought something was wrong with my car lol. Had to get a new hose w/o the sensor. Awesome video

[@peterrasmussen68]

Mine just died at 143k, thanks for the video.

[@Олег-я2щ2ш]

After replace water pump. While engine work pump is very hot! Is it ok?

[@InlineSixAuto]

yes that is okay

[@Олег-я2щ2ш]

Thanks a lot.

[@billlewis6700]

I just ordered my kit from FCP. Was that 1 gallon it came with enough after you diluted it? Or did you have to use more? Asking so I can order more before it gets here.

[@InlineSixAuto]

Oh yeah I did have to use more so you should probably order more.

[@butterz1924]

Do you have disconnect the battery?

[@InlineSixAuto]

No. I didn’t.

[@PEGuyMadison]

So the thermostat and water pump cannot come out as one unit? I have a 325xi and it looks like there is room

[@snoopyfix2]

It can but it's extremely difficult to get to the screws to loosen the hose clamps. Just to save the headache, it's easier doing the way he did it. Trust me I tried. Unless you have some certain tools.

[@CodewithDungy]

When I installed everything and wanted to electronically bleed the system once I hit the start button the lights started flicking everything went crazy so I unplugged the battery. Could it be the battery?

[@InlineSixAuto]

Did you reconnect the battery and try pushing the start button once just to see if the electronics still work and function normally?

[@CodewithDungy]

@@InlineSixAuto yes as soon as I connect the battery again, the clicking noise starts and emergency lights flicker. Could it be that my battery is dead? I am gonna place a charger on it

[@InlineSixAuto]

That could be a dead battery. Had the car been doing anything unusual electronically before you even did the replacement of the water pump?

[@CodewithDungy]

@@InlineSixAuto yes it was the battery, I charged it. Did the bleeding, & everything is back to normal, thanks for the reply! & thanks for the DIY

[@michaelre8933]

Could be battery but when electronics start going crazy most likely alternator goinf

[@BimmerBoy007]

136,000 miles on my factory water pump. fingers crossed haha

[@tl56kmair]

Great video!! I have a Z4 with 51K on it, I have been thinking of replacing the water pump/thermostat on it. I was under the impression that they failed at about 60K but I'm seeing comments where people haven't replace them at or about 100K. How long do they really last? Thanks!!

[@InlineSixAuto]

There’s really no way to tell when it will fail. The range is pretty huge for the mileage that they fail. Some say they fail as early as 60k but others say it last till as long as 120k. The one I replaced in this video was actually still working at 112k miles but I just decided to replaced instead of waiting and it possibly failing while driving. I’d say if you’re passed 100k miles you should replace if it hasn’t failed yet. I think yours still has a pretty significant amount of miles left before it fails.

[@tl56kmair]

@@InlineSixAuto Thanks for the reply!!

[@snoopyfix2]

I'm just replacing mine at 202,000 miles. Original pump too.

[@tl56kmair]

@@snoopyfix2 200k has got to be some kind of record. where i live is pretty easy to find yourself in the middle of nowhere. I got the new pump and thermostat, got under the car to do the job only to find out it had already been done. I'd like to know what the story is with that.

[@Benzo4prezi]

@@snoopyfix2 mine at 175k miles because it over heated coolant lines broke off