SES light with other issues.

[hamoodi_7]

I have got used to the water level sensor in the radiator turning on in the dashboard, i checked a few times and it was full everytime. But today, I drove a few kilometers and remembered to check the water level before the engine becomes fully warmed up and becomes impossible. So i opened and I see white thick foam on the surface of the water which eventually, after around 20 seconds, cleared out. I'll post a pic later.

Second issue, the SES light started tunring on as soon as i switch on the car which i found weird.

Third issue, the oil level sensor (yellow light) turned on spontaneously about 2 to 3 times this week but turns off after a few seconds.

Thanks alot guys for your time!!

[Bruno]

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Those are all sensors related issues. They are not too complicated to be fixed so contact ayham to diagnose the car.

[hamoodi_7]

I hope so man. Because the last thing I need now is a worn out head gasket!

[SewerSideUp]

First off, check both water level and oil. E46 usually throw the oil level sensor light on spontaneously because when you start the car, the sump pulls a good amount of oil up to the head and valve train which cause the level to decrease. But, if it keeps going on multiple times in close intervals then you might be low on oil.

White foam doesn't mean you blew your HG, a mix of white creamy stuff means oil and water which is your blown HG. Keep checking it on a daily basis till you take it to the shop because as you said, last thing you want is a blown HG !!
Good luck and keep us posted..

[SSense]

Contact Ayham or drop by Das Autoworks, should be a minor sensor problem, they'll take care of it ;)

[hamoodi_7]

Thanks alot guys! Really appreciate it! :bow: