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How to Add Coolant to the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 F30, F31 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Antifreeze coolant

The instructions in this guide will show you how to add coolant to the BMW 3 Series in simple and quick steps. First, open the hood of the vehicle and start unscrewing the cap of the coolant reservoir (when the engine is cold); then add and top off with new antifreeze of the same type as the existing one and suitable for your radiator, as shown in the video. At this point, fill it up to the maximum level mark on the reservoir, finally screwing the cap back on until it clicks!

Updated on 9 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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