BMW F10 5 Series Water Pump Failure — N20 Engine
The electric auxiliary water pump on N20-engined F10 520i/528i fails silently, causing gradual overheating without the dramatic coolant loss of a mechanical pump failure. First sign is temperature gauge rising above normal at motorway speeds. Replace the water pump preventively at 80,000 miles. Cost: £350-600 fitted.
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