What is the location and procedure for replacing the oil pressure switch and oil condition/level switch in 3.0L six cylinder engine on BMW 325i?

The oil pressure switch is located on the left-hand side of the engine block behind the oil filter housing. Disconnect the wiring plug, and unscrew the switch from the engine block. Be prepared for oil spillage. Installation is the reversal of removal. Use a new sealing washer and tighten the switch to the specified torque. Check the engine oil level and add new oil if necessary. For the oil condition/level switch, drain the engine oil. Remove the fasteners and the engine splash shield. Disconnect the wiring plug, remove the three retaining nuts and remove the switch from the base of the oil pan. Ensure that the oil pan mating surface is clean. Install the switch with a new seal and apply a little thread-locking compound. Tighten the retaining nuts to the specified torque. Install the engine splash shield, and refill the engine oil.

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BMW 325i Oil Pressure Switch
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- Replaces: 12-61-1-710-509, 12-61-7-620-512, 12-61-7-568-480, 12-61-1-730-160, 12-61-2-367-061
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- 2001-2006 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Sedan(E90), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
- 1987-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Convertible(E36), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30), Sedan(E36)
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- 2001-2006 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Sedan(E90), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
- 1987-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Convertible(E36), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30), Sedan(E36)
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- Other Name: Oil Pressure Sending Unit
- Replaces: 61-31-1-354-274, 61-31-1-354-273
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- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)
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- 2001-2006 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Sedan(E90), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)
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- 1987-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Convertible(E36), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30), Sedan(E36)
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- 2001-2006 BMW 325i | Sedan M54 Engine(E46), Sedan M56 Engine(E46), Sedan(E46), Sedan(E90), Wagon M54 Engine(E46), Wagon M56 Engine(E46), Wagon(E46)
- 1987-1995 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Convertible(E36), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30), Sedan(E36)
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- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)
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Part Number: 61311354274
$25.75 MSRP: $27.82
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- 1987-1992 BMW 325i | Convertible(E30), Coupe(E30), Sedan(E30)

BMW 325i Oil Pressure Switch

The BMW 325i Oil Pressure Switch functions like a sentry for the engine, alerting the dash immediately when oil pressure is out of range. The Oil Pressure Switch, located close to the filter housing, consists of an internal diaphragm that flexes against a calibrated spring. This opens or closes an electrical circuit according to live oil force. During start-up or hard cornering, if pressure drops below specification, the Oil Pressure Switch opens the circuit. The PCM/ECM sees the voltage drop and the red warning lamp brightens. This tells the driver to shut down the engine before damage occurs. Even though BMW continued to refine its electronics, the basic on-off design persisted throughout production years. Thus, the switch logic of a 1990 BMW 325i is the same as a 2006 BMW 325i. This means the units can be swapped and will produce the same warning behavior. Due to the PCM depending on the reading to control idle speed during increased load, the Oil Pressure Switch of BMW 325i performs its job smoothly during the drive. Regular oil changes keep the Oil Pressure Switch clear of sludge so it can respond within milliseconds and ensure the durability of the straight-six.

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BMW 325i Oil Pressure Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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What is the location and procedure for replacing the oil pressure switch and oil condition/level switch in 3.0L six cylinder engine on BMW 325i?
Posted by Kweku O.
A:
The oil pressure switch is located on the left-hand side of the engine block behind the oil filter housing. Disconnect the wiring plug, and unscrew the switch from the engine block. Be prepared for oil spillage. Installation is the reversal of removal. Use a new sealing washer and tighten the switch to the specified torque. Check the engine oil level and add new oil if necessary. For the oil condition/level switch, drain the engine oil. Remove the fasteners and the engine splash shield. Disconnect the wiring plug, remove the three retaining nuts and remove the switch from the base of the oil pan. Ensure that the oil pan mating surface is clean. Install the switch with a new seal and apply a little thread-locking compound. Tighten the retaining nuts to the specified torque. Install the engine splash shield, and refill the engine oil.
Answered by BMW Parts Specialist Brad / Mar 21, 2025