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Old Nov 26, 2016 | 04:16 PM
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Coolant bleed screw threads stripped

Greetings everyone!
I tried to use the search function and Google to find any information regarding my problem, but I have come up blank, or stuff that did not work.

I drive a 2009 Mini Cooper S and my bleed screw snapped in half down in the port. While trying to extract the broken portion, my threads on this got damaged beyond any hopes of repair. I am hoping that someone on here has information that could be beneficial to my struggle.

Does anyone know what the black plastic part that the bleed screw goes into is called? I have tried looking up this piece to purchase a new one, but I cannot find anything. I am in dire need of a new one of these, as my car will be pouring out coolant if it is running.

I appreciate any help that anyone can provide.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2016 | 05:03 PM
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It is part of the thermostat housing, so you would need to replace the thermostat. We have a cost effective option here
https://www.waymotorworks.com/afterm...5-r56-r57.html
 
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Old Nov 26, 2016 | 05:08 PM
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Thanks, Way. I just received an e-mail from you guys too about this same issue. I appreciate your speedy response. I cannot express my appreciation and admiration of Way Motor Works enough. You guys rock!
 
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