E92 330i water pump

German_Whip · 08-23-2017, 01:01 PM

So I was heading to work this morning, about 5 miles into my journey I see an error on the iDrive screen: Engine temperature too high.. drive moderately to allow the engine to cool down. The car lost power, couldn't go above 25 -30mph.

I pulled over, switched off the engine and let the car cool down. Quick Google search tells me the water pump has gone.
20mins later start the car back up and all seems OK, a mile later, same error and same issue. Pulled over and arranged my car to be towed straight to an independent garage.

Left it with them, a while later they called and confirmed it was the water pump. They will be replacing that, the housing, thermostat and I think a sensor.

Will be costing me just shy of £800 all in... that sound OK to you guys? Car will be ready tomorrow.

Robin330i · 08-25-2017, 04:02 AM

The water pump is a common failure, mine failed a few months ago, I changed it myself and it wasn't a nice job. The pump itself was about £250. I got quoted in the region of £800 by a specialist so your quoted price seems ok.

Curzon · 08-25-2017, 03:10 PM

From memory I paid just over £700 ish for the pump and thermostat at a specialist last year, so that sounds about right.

German_Whip · 08-25-2017, 05:07 PM

Thank you both, it is not something I could change myself, but as your quotes are in the same ball park, that has put my mind to rest.

Starter motor went last year, water pump this year, its a 2007 plate, 125k on the clock, serviced every year. Anything else that is common or I should expect?

Phil325i · 08-26-2017, 07:08 AM

If it's an N52 I'd also keep my eye on:

possible oil leaks from the valve cover and oil filter housing gaskets
oil on, or wear of, the serpentine belt (ingestion of the belt into the front crankcase oil seal doesn't bear thinking about!)
timing chain tensioner
oxygen sensors.

I assume you're aware of Mike Miller's old school BMW maintenance programme? You might get a few other ideas from that.

German_Whip · 08-26-2017, 10:39 AM

Thanks Phil.

I've not heard of that before but a quick Google has provided with me with results.

angry_feet · 08-27-2017, 03:11 AM

About standard price. You can do it yourself it's just a bit awkward and most of the work needs doing from underneath, the worst bit is antifreeze in your mouth lol.

sleepysnake · 08-28-2017, 05:43 PM

The parts cost around £250 from eBay. Labour should be no more than £150.

08-23-2017, 01:01 PM	#1
German_Whip Private 7 Rep 94 Posts Drives: E92 330i Join Date: May 2014 Location: London iTrader: (0)	E92 330i water pump So I was heading to work this morning, about 5 miles into my journey I see an error on the iDrive screen: Engine temperature too high.. drive moderately to allow the engine to cool down. The car lost power, couldn't go above 25 -30mph. I pulled over, switched off the engine and let the car cool down. Quick Google search tells me the water pump has gone. 20mins later start the car back up and all seems OK, a mile later, same error and same issue. Pulled over and arranged my car to be towed straight to an independent garage. Left it with them, a while later they called and confirmed it was the water pump. They will be replacing that, the housing, thermostat and I think a sensor. Will be costing me just shy of £800 all in... that sound OK to you guys? Car will be ready tomorrow. Last edited by German_Whip; 08-23-2017 at 01:16 PM..
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08-25-2017, 04:02 AM	#2
Robin330i Lieutenant 36 Rep 512 Posts Drives: E90 330i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Cheshire iTrader: (2)	The water pump is a common failure, mine failed a few months ago, I changed it myself and it wasn't a nice job. The pump itself was about £250. I got quoted in the region of £800 by a specialist so your quoted price seems ok.
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08-25-2017, 03:10 PM	#3
Curzon Private 24 Rep 93 Posts Drives: F31 D3 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	From memory I paid just over £700 ish for the pump and thermostat at a specialist last year, so that sounds about right.
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08-25-2017, 05:07 PM	#4
German_Whip Private 7 Rep 94 Posts Drives: E92 330i Join Date: May 2014 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thank you both, it is not something I could change myself, but as your quotes are in the same ball park, that has put my mind to rest. Starter motor went last year, water pump this year, its a 2007 plate, 125k on the clock, serviced every year. Anything else that is common or I should expect?
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08-26-2017, 07:08 AM	#5
Phil325i Brigadier General 623 Rep 3,198 Posts Drives: E92 325i MSport Coupe Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK South East iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW 325i Coupe [6.00]	If it's an N52 I'd also keep my eye on: possible oil leaks from the valve cover and oil filter housing gaskets oil on, or wear of, the serpentine belt (ingestion of the belt into the front crankcase oil seal doesn't bear thinking about!) timing chain tensioner oxygen sensors. I assume you're aware of Mike Miller's old school BMW maintenance programme? You might get a few other ideas from that. __________________ E92 pre-LCI 325i - Ohlins R&T; H&R spacers; M3 strut brace; Swift thrust sheets; 3 x chassis braces; diff brace; N53 V-brace; 034 subframe inserts; BMS clutch stop; BMS CDV; RE g/box mounts; Delrin shift bushes; Saikoumichi OCC; Cyba scoops; BMW Perf Exhaust; HEL s/steel brake hoses; M3 rear spoiler; Recaro Sportster CSs; M3 white dash LEDs; LED Angels; LED side repeaters; BMW Perf black grille; CSL reps; SSDD carbon diffuser; Monster Wrap black roof/clear front
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08-26-2017, 10:39 AM	#6
German_Whip Private 7 Rep 94 Posts Drives: E92 330i Join Date: May 2014 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thanks Phil. I've not heard of that before but a quick Google has provided with me with results.
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08-27-2017, 03:11 AM	#7
angry_feet Private 13 Rep 84 Posts Drives: BMW e92 MSport Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: London iTrader: (0)	About standard price. You can do it yourself it's just a bit awkward and most of the work needs doing from underneath, the worst bit is antifreeze in your mouth lol.
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08-28-2017, 05:43 PM	#8
sleepysnake Private First Class 10 Rep 101 Posts Drives: Dec 04 built 330i Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	The parts cost around £250 from eBay. Labour should be no more than £150. __________________ E90 330i SE Manual / Bilstein B12 Pro / M3 Control Arms / Performance Exhaust / CDV Delete
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