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Posted by Don E. on May 23, 2000 at 09:40:32:

In Reply to: Help with Coolant Drain on M50 posted by BobD on May 21, 2000 at 19:58:16:

Maybe this is a stupid idea but would it be possible to suck the gallon of coolant out using a shop vac?
Don Elliott
1991 525i

: I need some help regarding the block drain on my M50. I think I have the correct spot ( 13mm bolt below #6 exhaust manifold), but I can't seem to get a wrench into the area to remove it due to the limited clearance around the manifold. Is there any special trick, or am I in the wrong place?

: Also, I found a neat trick to help drain the radiator: 1Take a length of plastic tubing around 6" long and slip it over the radiator drain spout. Run other end into a suitable container. Also stick a rag under the valve to catch the leak around the valve.

: Thanks.



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