Cooling System Question - 1989 5254D

1989 BMW 525
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ROUNDEL77
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I just had a question. I was replacing my coolant and the manual said to fill until the bleeder port on the radiator starts leaking. It is taking a long time for the coolant to drop in the expansion tank and its not coming out the bleed port. When I squeeze the hoses there is still air like its not filling. Is this normal to take so long or is there a problem?

Any input would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Jul 18, 2006 at 10:31 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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If the bleeder is open it will eventually bleed the air out, it may take a little time depending on if there is any build-up in the radiator to slow it down
Jul 24, 2006 at 12:49 PM