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Febi Bilstein
SKU: FEB-02209

VW Coolant Expansion Tank - Febi Bilstein 025121403B

Vanagon

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SKU:
FEB-02209
FCP Euro ID:
630311
GTIN / UPC:
04027816022091
Made in:
Germany
Quality:
Aftermarket

OE Numbers

025121403B

MFG Numbers

02209

Product Information

Engine Coolant Reservoir

The engine coolant reservoir, also known as an ‘overflow bottle’ is a crucial component of modern vehicle cooling systems. Its job is to capture the increased volume of engine coolant that is created as the coolant is heated and expands. It needs someplace to go, so a coolant line that typically runs from the radiator outlet to the top of the engine coolant reservoir will feed the reservoir, while the reservoir feeds the engine as it needs more coolant to send through the engine and back through the radiator.

Engine coolant reservoirs are typically made of plastic and can be either clear or opaque. Some performance or aftermarket overflow bottles are made of aluminum or other more durable materials.

Engine Coolant Reservoir Failure Symptoms
  • Fogging: Over time, due to chemical exposure, age, and heat cycles, the clear plastic used in most engine coolant reservoirs can become foggy and opaque. This can make it difficult to read the coolant level accurately.
  • Leaks/ Cracking: The most common area for an engine coolant reservoir to leak is usually at a plastic seam or seal. As the bottle is run through thousands of heat cycles, from ambient temperatures below freezing to 200 degrees Fahrenheit plus, the weakest part of the reservoir, usually a seam or molded junction, can crack and fail.
  • Age: Over time, due to age and exposure, the plastic and materials will become brittle and prone to cracking and other age-related failures.
  • Coolant leaks: The most common failure of a bad engine coolant reservoir is a coolant leak. This can be slow or minimal, or it can be a total instant failure of the reservoir. If you notice a slow coolant leak and can diagnose it back to the overflow bottle, or coolant reservoir, it is recommended to replace it asap.
  • Overheating: A bad engine coolant reservoir can reduce engine cooling system pressure, reducing the effective boiling point of the engine coolant. Depending on temperatures and conditions, this can result in engine overheating.

About Febi Bilstein

Ferdinand Bilstein’s febi brand is a global leader in the replacement parts market, known for offering high-quality alternatives to original equipment (OE) parts. With a range of over 50,000 technical replacement parts for passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and trucks, febi ensures that consumers and professionals have access to reliable solutions for maintaining and repairing vehicles. The brand is committed to staying at the forefront of automotive technology, providing parts for hybrid, electric, and hydrogen-powered vehicles, and continuously expanding its product offerings to meet the demands of the evolving aftermarket. febi’s global presence spans over 170 countries, supported by advanced logistics centers that ensure fast delivery and product availability worldwide.

A strong focus on quality sets febi apart, as their products match or exceed OE standards, backed by rigorous quality control and in-house manufacturing capabilities. febi offers comprehensive repair solutions for all major vehicle brands and models, ensuring that critical parts are readily available for professional workshops. With a deep-rooted tradition in mobility and a future-oriented approach, febi is a trusted partner in keeping vehicles performing optimally, regardless of their powertrain or application.

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Mark
on Thu, Aug 28 at 01:20PM
threads start/end wrong location, can't tighten cap
Threading isn't correct so there is no way to tighten the cap without completely kinking the hose that runs from it to the overflow tank. The tightened cap bottoms out 90 degrees clockwise past the position of the original tank and the product photo, which points the nipple straight rearward into the body of the van. This causes the hose that runs to the overflow tank to be pinched off/kinked. Not sure if the problem is just the cap or if it is the threading on both the cap and the tank, but the original VW cap tightened to a usable orientation on the replacement tank.

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