BMW Cooling System Parts & Accessories for BMW X Series E53 (2000-2006)

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The cooling system is arguably the weakest point in numerous BMWs. If you drive an aging BMW or plan on taking your car to the track like we do, we recommend beefing up your cooling system before going to the track. Generally, the main components in your cooling system that are prone to failure include the following: expansion tank, factory hoses, water pump, thermostat, fan (especially if your vehicle comes factory with a clutch fan), and radiator. Factory BMW expansion tanks are plastic and prone to either breaking off at connection points or combusting. As factory rubber hoses age they either crack or break over time - we offer silicone cooling hose upgrades for most applications to avoid future failures. If you have an older vehicle, your water pump likely comes from the factory with a plastic impeller - we offer upgraded water pumps with metal impellers that are far more reliable. Newer model BMWs utilize electric water pumps - BMW spent millions of dollars engineering these water pumps, but they fail so often that we recommend replacing at 60,000 mile service intervals to avoid being stranded on the side of the road. In terms of thermostats, we offer various upgraded thermostats for racing applications. If your BMW utilizes a clutch fan from the factory, we have several options available in terms of universal electric fans - we recommend replacing these to avoid sending brittle plastic fan blades through your hood. For radiators, we recommend swapping out your radiator for one that does not use plastic connection points like your factory radiator.

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Thermostat Replacement kit - 90C
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Coolant Expansion Tank - E46 (non-M), X3, X5 3.0
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This coolant reservoir is for the non-M E46 3-series models from 1999-2006 (M3 takes a different expansion tank). We have found that the expansion tanks should be replaced based on age as well as condition. Expansion tanks seem to have a lifespan of less than six years before they show signs of fatigue and wear. Pre-emptively replacing the expansion tank as part of an overall maintenance plan can prevent you from getting stranded from a sudden failure later on. This is the most recent expansion tank design from Hella-Behr, the OEM supplier to BMW. It replaces the original BMW part number 17137787039.

Other items to consider replacing at the same time are the radiator cap, coolant level sensor, lower radiator hose, coolant temp sensor in the lower hose, and the hose clamps. If your car has an automatic transmission you should also replace the oil cooler thermostat in the radiator frame, which is a common source for leaks.

This coolant expansion tank fits:

1999-2006 E46 3 series - 323i, 323Ci, 325i, 325Ci, 325xi, 328i, 328Ci, 330i, 330Ci & 330xi (**no M)
2004-2008 X3 SAV - X3 2.5, X3 3.0, X3 3.0si
2000-2005 X5 SAV - X5 3.0
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Water Pump - E39 540i E38 740i/il E53 X5 4.4i 4.6is
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Don't take your car's cooling system for granted!One of the biggest weak points is the cooling system. Replacing your water pump will go a long way for keeping your car on the road and operating properly. This water pump fits BMW 1999-2001 E38 740i/740iL, 1999-2003 E39 540i, 1999-2003 E53 X5 4.4i and 4.6is with M62TU 4.4L (4.6L for the 4.6is) engine.

Choose from a water pump with a metal or composite impeller.
This water pump comes complete with housing profile gasket and o-rings.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2003  E39 BMW  540i 540i touring
1999-2001  E38 BMW  740i 740il
2000-2003  E53 BMW  X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
2000-2003  E52 BMW  Z8 Alpina
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Thermostat Replacement Kit - E39 E46 E60 E53 Z3 Z4 With M54, M52TU En...
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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:

  • Mahle-Behr thermostat with gasket
  • Thermostat mounting hardware
  • 1 liter of coolant

Applications:
1999-2003 E39 528i, 525i, 530i sedan, touring wagon (M52TU engine, M54 engine)
1999-2005 E46 323, 328, 325, 330 sedan, coupe, cabrio, touring wagon (M52TU engine, M54 engine)
2004-2005 E60 525i, 530i sedan, touring wagon (M54 engine)
2001-2006 E53 X5 3.0 (M54 engine)
2004-2006 E83 X3 2.5i X3 3.0i (M54 engine)
1999-2002 Z3 2.3. Z3 2.5i, 2.8 Z3 3.0i (M54 engine)
2003-2005 Z4 2.5i, Z4 3.0 (M54 engine)

 

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Basic Cooling System Service Kit - E53 X5 M54 3.0L
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Just like the rest of your vehicle's major systems, the cooling system must also be addressed periodically to ensure proper cooling and component reliability. Plastic and rubber components become brittle and prone to splitting or cracking after long periods of heating and cooling cycles, especially in colder climates! The coolant itself can degrade or become contaminated, leading to potential corrosion or freezing issues. Finally, thermostats and sensors can fail completely, preventing proper cooling and/or coolant temperature readings to become inaccurate.

To make sure you are not left stranded on the side of the road with an overheated engine, we have put together this Basic Cooling System Service kit. This kit contains all of the most-likely-to-fail components, giving you peace of mind knowing your engine will continue to run cool for another 60,000+ miles.

See kit contents below for all included components.

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High Performance Metal Water Pump & Pulley Kit - M54
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Cooling System Overhaul Kit - E53 X5 4.4/4.8
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This is a compete cooling system overhaul kit, which includes all the common cooling system failure parts bundled into a complete package. This cooling system package is for the E53 with the N62 engine. 

A failure in the cooling system can lead to overheating and catastrophic engine failure. Don't gamble your engine! By replacing these core items preventatively, such as the thermostat housing, radiator, and waterpump, you are defusing what could be a ticking cooling system time bomb. And if you've had a failure of one of these parts, now is the time to refresh your entire cooling system. Keep on top of the cooling needs of your engine for your own piece of mind. Potential buyers also see the upside of a properly maintained car with receipts.
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Cooling System overhaul Kit - E53 3.0i Manual Transmission
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This is a compete cooling system overhaul kit, which includes all the common cooling system failure parts bundled into a complete package. This cooling system package is for the E53 with the M54 engine. 

A failure in the cooling system can lead to overheating and catastrophic engine failure. Don't gamble your engine! By replacing these core items preventatively, such as the thermostat housing, radiator, and waterpump, you are defusing what could be a ticking cooling system time bomb. And if you've had a failure of one of these parts, now is the time to refresh your entire cooling system. Keep on top of the cooling needs of your engine for your own piece of mind. Potential buyers also see the upside of a properly maintained car with receipts. 

 

This kit fits the following BMWs:

2000 - 0/2002 - E53 3.0i with manual transmission 

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Cooling System overhaul Kit - E53 3.0i Manual Transmission
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This is a compete cooling system overhaul kit, which includes all the common cooling system failure parts bundled into a complete package. This cooling system package is for the E53 with the M54 engine. 

A failure in the cooling system can lead to overheating and catastrophic engine failure. Don't gamble your engine! By replacing these core items preventatively, such as the thermostat housing, radiator, and waterpump, you are defusing what could be a ticking cooling system time bomb. And if you've had a failure of one of these parts, now is the time to refresh your entire cooling system. Keep on top of the cooling needs of your engine for your own piece of mind. Potential buyers also see the upside of a properly maintained car with receipts. 

 

This kit fits the following BMWs:

09/2002 - 2006 - E53 3.0i with manual transmission 

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Cooling System Overhaul Kit - E53 3.0i Automatic transmission ...
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This is a compete cooling system overhaul kit, which includes all the common cooling system failure parts bundled into a complete package. This cooling system package is for the E53 with the M54 engine. 

A failure in the cooling system can lead to overheating and catastrophic engine failure. Don't gamble your engine! By replacing these core items preventatively, such as the thermostat housing, radiator, and waterpump, you are defusing what could be a ticking cooling system time bomb. And if you've had a failure of one of these parts, now is the time to refresh your entire cooling system. Keep on top of the cooling needs of your engine for your own piece of mind. Potential buyers also see the upside of a properly maintained car with receipts. 

 

This kit fits the following BMWs:

09/2002 - 2006 - E53 3.0i with automatic transmission 

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Cooling System Overhaul Kit - E53 3.0i Automatic transmission ...
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This is a compete cooling system overhaul kit, which includes all the common cooling system failure parts bundled into a complete package. This cooling system package is for the E53 with the M54 engine. 

A failure in the cooling system can lead to overheating and catastrophic engine failure. Don't gamble your engine! By replacing these core items preventatively, such as the thermostat housing, radiator, and waterpump, you are defusing what could be a ticking cooling system time bomb. And if you've had a failure of one of these parts, now is the time to refresh your entire cooling system. Keep on top of the cooling needs of your engine for your own piece of mind. Potential buyers also see the upside of a properly maintained car with receipts. 

 

This kit fits the following BMWs:

2000 - 09/2002 - E53 3.0i with automatic transmission 

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Bav Auto Thermostat With Aluminum Housing - M52TU M54
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The plastic thermostat cover in your BMW is a known point of failure. Throughout 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
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Bav Auto Coolant Expansion Tank - E53 X5, E46, E83 X3
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We have found that the expansion tanks should be replaced based on age as well as condition. Expansion tanks seem to have a lifespan of less than six years before they show signs of fatigue and wear. Pre-emptively replacing the expansion tank as part of an overall maintenance plan can prevent you from getting stranded from a sudden failure later on. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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Bav Auto Heater Inlet Pipe - E46 E39 E53 E83 E85 Z3
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This is the plastic heater inlet pipe that connects the cylinder head to the heater inlet on cars with the M52 or M54 engine. The plastic on this hose becomes brittle over time and eventually leads to failure. Replace yours with a brand new Bav Auto Heater inlet pipe to prevent catastrophic failure.
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Bav Auto Coolant Temperature Sensor - M52/S52, M62, M73, M54, S62 ...
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This is the coolant temperature sensor used in many BMW models from the mid-1990s to the mid-2000s. The engine computer relies on the coolant temp to set the fuel mapping for the engine. As the car warms up the computer changes the fuel mixture. If your car is running a bit rich (too much fuel) it could be because this sensor is failing and not sending the correct info to the computer. This sensor is located in a variety of places depending on the engine. But it's one of those easy replacement items 'while you're in there' when doing a water pump or thermostat replacement. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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Bav Auto Expansion Tank Cap - E36 E46 E34 E39 E32 E38 E65 X3 X5 Z4 ...
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This radiator expansion tank cap is used most BMW's from 1991-2006. It is a common failure item. When this item fails, it cannot hold pressure which results in your BMW overheating. If you are overhauling your coolant system, now is the time to consider preventative replacing this cap. It is also referred to as the coolant reservoir cap. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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