BMW Thermostats for BMW 3 Series E36 (1992-1998)

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BMW thermostats are known to fail, but luckily they typically fail wide open - meaning that your car can still cool. We offer thermostats from various OE suppliers we trust along with upgraded motorsport specific thermostats where applicable to make sure your BMW stays cool on track.
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Part#: 11537511580KT5
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Regular maintenance is key to keeping your BMW running smoothly, and the water pump is a critical component that should be serviced every 60,000 miles. To ensure the overall efficiency of your cooling system, it's also recommended to replace the thermostat at the same time. Turner Motorsport has created a streamlined solution with their Water Pump & Thermostat Replacement Kit, making your cooling system upgrade simple and effective.

Kit Includes:

Meyle Water Pump with Metal Impeller (11510393338) VEMO Thermostat - 88°C (11537511580) Elring Thermostat Housing Flange Gasket (11531721172) Genuine BMW Coolant/Antifreeze (82141467704) Benefits:

Enhanced Cooling Efficiency: Earlier opening thermostat improves temperature control under performance conditions. Reliable Components: Includes high-quality parts from Meyle and VEMO, known for their durability and reliability. Complete Solution: All necessary components for a comprehensive cooling system refresh in one convenient kit. Performance-Driven Design: Ideal for those looking to maintain and enhance the cooling capabilities of their S55 engine.

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T#:554081
Part#: 11537511580KT3
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When it comes time to replace your thermostat, be sure you have everything you need. This kit includes everything you need to replace your thermostat, including the thermostat.

Kit includes:

  • Thermostat with gasket
  • Thermostat mounting hardware
  • 1 liter of coolant

This waterpump fits the following BMWs: 
1992-1999 E36 3 series - 323is, 323ic, 325i, 325is, 325ic, 328i, 328ic, M3 3.0 (S50/US), M3 3.2 (S52) 

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T#:14587
Part#: 11531722531
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The plastic thermostat cover in your BMW is a known point of failure. Throughout the years of repeated contact with hot coolant, the plastic can crack and cause massive coolant leaks and potential overheating. Eliminate one of the weak links in your cooling system with a replacement aluminum thermostat housing. By installing this aluminum unit, you have no worries as far as plastic housing cracks go. This is the last thermostat housing you will need to put on your vehicle.
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T#:363172
Part#: MMTSE3692
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The thermostat regulates the temperature of your coolant. At a predetermined temperature the thermostat will open to let coolant flow to the radiator and be cooled by airflow or the fan. Over time the thermostat will become stuck open or closed, leading to a variety of issues. A closed thermostat will never allow the coolant to reach the radiator and be cooled. Hot coolant will continue to circulate through the engine and absorb even more heat until boiling and the system overheats. An open thermostat is not as bad but is still not ideal - the coolant is always cool, with the temp needle always reading in the cool range. This tells the ECU to richen the fuel mixture to bring the car up to normal operating temp. So your fuel mileage decreases and the car runs rich.  

Replacing the thermostat is an easy but messy job. This thermostat includes the main o-ring (but a housing gasket may be required). Consider replacing the housing and any associated temp sensors while you're in there. The cooling system will need to be bled after.  

Most of the engines from the mid-1980s through the 1990s use the same thermostat design and they are interchangeable among the different temperatures. This is the 68*C thermostat, at the bottom of the temperature range. It should only be used in racing situations such as when deleting the engine fan. However, keep in mind that BMW spent a lot of time engineering the cooling system to work in all kinds of conditions and changing thermostat temperature is not recommended to fix any failures in the cooling system.  

Mishimoto makes coolant tanks, radiators and much more for your Mini/BMW. Established in 2003 their commitment to absolute quality in the aftermarket world is evident through the quality and performance enhancing products they offer.
 

This thermostat fits the following BMWs:   
1977-1983  E21 BMW  323i  
1986-1991  E30 BMW  318is 318ic 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix  
1992-1999  E36 BMW  318i 318is 318ti 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3  
1982-1988  E28 BMW  528e  
1986-1988  E28 BMW  535i  
1989-1995  E34 BMW  525i 535i  
1997-1998  E39 BMW  528i  
1986-1989  E24 BMW  635csi  
1988-1994  E32 BMW  735i 735il  
1997-2000  Z3 BMW  Z3 2.8 M Roadster M Coupe 

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T#:640347
Part#: MMTS-E46-99V2
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T#:51075086
Part#: MMTS-E46-99E
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The Mishimoto Thermostat Assembly focuses on precision fitment and long-term durability.

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T#:5958717
Part#: 11531743017
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The thermostat on your vehicle controls the flow of coolant based on temperature. When you just start your engine, the thermostat remains closed to accelerate the warm up process. After a few minutes, it opens up to allow the warm fluid to flow. If your vehicle is overheating but not blowing warm air from the heater, the problem is more than likely your thermostat. If the thermostat gets stuck closed, it allows no fluid to flow and ends up overheating the coolant already in the engine. If your vehicle is not getting up to temperature when driving, the thermostat is more than likely stuck open. Your engine does not get up to the proper operating temperature where it runs the most efficiently. To fix this problem and get your vehicle's heat restored, replace your thermostat.
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Part#: 13541735173
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Cylinder head to thermostat