Mahle-Behr BMW Cooling System Parts & Accessories for BMW Z3 (1996-2002)

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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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T#:341062
Part#: 11537511580
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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 88* thermostat, towards the top of the range. 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.

Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

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#:340539
Part#: 11527505302
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This clutch engages the belt-driven engine fan when the engine is warm/hot, and dis-engages the fan when cold/cool. These commonly fail, causing the engine fan to not spin fast enough (or at all) when your car is stopped in traffic, causing engine to overheat.

This fan clutch fits many 6 cylinder BMWs, including the following::

1992-1998  E36 BMW  323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2005  E46 BMW  323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi - Automatic Transmission
1991-1995  E34 BMW  525i 535i M5
1997-2003  E39 BMW  525i 528i 530i
1988-1994  E32 BMW  735i 735il
1997-2002  Z3 BMW  Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
1998-2000  Z3 BMW  M Roadster M Coupe (s52)
2000-2006  E53 BMW  X5 3.0i
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T#:341098
Part#: 11537509227
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Replacement stock MAP thermostat with plastic housing and gasket for E46, E39, E60, X5, Z4 - M54 engine, M52TU engine. Your car may still operate fine according the instrument display but the electrically-operated thermostat may be going bad. This new thermostat includes the thermostat gasket, ready to install in your BMW.

Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

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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T#:340540
Part#: 11527831619
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This OEM Hella/Mahle-Behr engine fan clutch fits BMW E46 M3, Z3 M Roadster, M Coupe 2001-2002, E34 535i & M5, and E32 735i 735il. Made to the same or higher standards of quality as the genuine part, ensuring proper fan control and cooling. Failed fan clutches can result in overheating due to the fan not spinning fast enough to deal with excess heat or can cause poor engine performance when a clutch has locked up causing the fan to be fully engaged permanently.

Hella is a premium manufacturer that supplies automotive parts to numerous car brands across the world. Everything from electrical to mechanical genuine parts have been made and supplied directly to BMW before the vehicles ever leave the production floor. Their high quality, long lasting parts have made them a trusted brand chosen to help keep your BMW on the road for many years to come.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

This item fits the following BMWs:
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
1989-1993 E34 BMW 535i M5
1988-1992 E32 BMW 735i 735il
2001-2002 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Roadster

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T#:341101
Part#: 17111723520
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$ 86.08 USD
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Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.
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T#:362746
Part#: 11531743017
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$ 55.99 USD
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Don't take chances! Proper maintenance is required to keep your BMW performing at peak levels. The thermostat basically controls when your car will overheat. This thermostat fits BMW E36 318i 318is 318ti 318ic and Z3 1.9 with M44 engine.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1996-1998  E36 BMW  318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1996-1998  Z3 BMW  Z3 1.9
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T#:2765
Part#: 17107514964
Ships Jul 2, 2025
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This radiator expansion tank is used on E53 X5 4.4i and 4.6is with M62 engine, and Z3 2.3 2.5i 2.8 3.0i from 1999-2002. It is a common failure item as the plastic weakens over time and stress cracks will lead to coolant leaks. 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 OEM Behr part - not an aftermarket. We have found that the aftermarket coolant reservoirs fail easier than the OEM Behr part. Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2000-2003 X5 BMW X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
1999-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 2.5i 2.8 3.0i

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T#:3394
Part#: 17111728907
Ships Jul 15, 2025
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E30 318i, is, (M42), E36 318i, ti, Z3 1.9 Radiator - original OEM BEHR. Alternate BMW part number 17111728907

Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9
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T#:2766
Part#: 17111742231
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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.

Hailing from Stuttgart, Mahle-Behr specializes in automotive cooling systems. From air conditioning to engine cooling M-B has you covered with OE-quality replacement parts.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is M3
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3
1989-1995 E34 BMW 530i 535i 540i M5
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i 540i M5
1989-1994 E32 BMW 735i 735il 740i 740il 750il
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
2002-2008 E65 BMW 745i 745li 750i 750li 760i 760li
1990-1998 E31 BMW 840i 840ci 850i 850ci 850csi
2004-2011 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i X3 3.0si
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 30.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.6is X5 4.8is
1996-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Coupe M Roadster
2003-2008 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i Z4 3.0si M Roadster M Coupe
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8 Z8 Alpina
2007+ E90 BMW 335i & 335xi
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T#:363898
Part#: 17111712835
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This high quality Hella/BEHR brand expansion tank is used on M42, M44, M50, M52, engines, and is a common failure item on all E36 3 series with 4 cylinder engines (318i/is/ti/ic) 1990-1999, Z3 with 1.9 liter and E34 525i from 1989-1995. Hella/BEHR was the original equipment supplier to BMW, so you know the Hella/BEHR made expansion tank will be the highest quality available. Be leary of competitors selling this part for less -- is it a Hella/BEHR? Probably not. We only carry the Hella/BEHR brand expansion tank as it is the only one we use in our own BMWs.

Hella is a premium manufacturer that supplies automotive parts to numerous car brands across the world. Everything from electrical to mechanical genuine parts have been made and supplied directly to BMW before the vehicles ever leave the production floor. Their high quality, long lasting parts have made them a trusted brand chosen to help keep your BMW on the road for many years to come.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

This item fits the following BMWs:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1989-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1996-1998 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9

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