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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: Skippy on April 04, 2019, 02:53:38 PM

Title: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 04, 2019, 02:53:38 PM: The coolant level sensor in the BIS expansion tank seems to be notoriously unreliable and expensive to replace.

Has anyone used one from a different car instead? There are lots available at low prices but before I launch into buying something Iâ€™d like to know if itâ€™s been done before.

Possible examples:
https://www.google.com/search?q=car+coolant+tank+level+sensor+uk&rlz=1C9BKJA_enGB708GB710&hl=en-GB&biw=1024&bih=659&tbm=shop&prmd=sinv&tbas=0&tbs=vw:l,p_ord:p,mr:1
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Gordan on April 04, 2019, 03:21:36 PM: I am interested in this too, not sure if mine Works but i doubt it.
@Skippy - you Access it by removing the side vent-grille above the tank...

edit: Here is one, not too expensive
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FEBI-Coolant-Level-Sensor-Fits-MERCEDES-190-G-Class-A124-C124-C126-1245400244/163501203687?epid=249494758&hash=item26116e60e7:g:WlAAAOSwIqxcPgGi
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 04, 2019, 04:11:39 PM: I should have looked, itâ€™s clearly visible through the vent!
Seems odd if it is specific to the 126 Bis. Iâ€™ll check out some other Fiat models.....
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 04, 2019, 05:40:03 PM: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F351970410839

At this price Iâ€™m almost tempted to get one for a test.
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Gordan on April 04, 2019, 05:56:54 PM: At a First glance it seems to be the same, but you should take your out and compare it.
Tbh i do not consider this a crucial part, if you are low on coolant the engine will get hotter, in that case you stop and check. One thing i learned is to keep one eye on the temperature gauge at all times. (the temperature sensor IS crucial imo, and its readily avaliable here so i plan to change mine).
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Xylaquin on April 04, 2019, 07:23:05 PM: I'm sure member nick7nick7 has replaced his sensor with a 3rd party one and got it working. I'd give him a PM.
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: nick7nick7 on April 06, 2019, 01:33:10 AM: I got a rad fan stat.
I'm looking for the coolant level sender though.
Has anyone tried the euro car parts one?

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Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 06, 2019, 06:35:59 PM: I canâ€™t find one at Euro Car Parts. Have you got a link?
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: nick7nick7 on April 06, 2019, 07:42:31 PM: For the rar stad?
I'm on holiday at minute.
I did put a link on the Facebook page, with the part number and link.

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Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 07, 2019, 06:28:44 PM: No, a link to the coolant level sensor. No hurry, enjoy your holiday.
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: nick7nick7 on April 08, 2019, 02:02:22 AM: Sorry Skippy.
I need one of them too.
I might give the ecp a go.

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Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: Skippy on April 08, 2019, 08:16:32 AM: This the cheapest fan switch Iâ€™ve found. Not bought one myself though.....
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F123211666209
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: andyzeetec on April 08, 2019, 01:11:57 PM: Quote from: Skippy on April 04, 2019, 05:40:03 PM
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F351970410839

At this price Iâ€™m almost tempted to get one for a test.

If it's compatible, your onto a winner. Here's an old thread with pics when I was trying to find one.. http://club126uk.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=8930.msg65687#msg65687
Title: Re: BIS coolant level sensor
Post by: nick7nick7 on April 13, 2019, 01:30:34 AM: I found the fan switch. It works fine. I did pay the link in the Facebook page. Think it was 4 quid or something daft

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