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      11-15-2019, 03:30 PM   #4
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Well, in the same way that BMW claim the coolant is a 'lifetime' fill, so the manufacturer of said coolant will claim it needs changing every time you drive the car.

In the meantime: Has it changed colour? Does it still feel oily?

I also run a 2002 E46 330ci. According to the paperwork the coolant had never been changed when I bought it at 150k/11 years. The radiator was junk and there were some signs of electrolytic corrosion.

Early is better, but not necessary. Late is always bad. May I suggest that there is a frequency distribution that BMW uses for its warrantee claims, and that under whatever is a standard length of financial deal where you are, the 'lifetime' fill doesn't result in them losing money.

So. Check it regularly, and change it if it shows signs of breaking down. in the meantime, noting that its cheap to do, try not to worry.
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