1994 525 Oil Filter Housing Replacement

[Kwheat]

I've narrowed my oil leak down the the oil filter housing and wanted to find out if anyone could provide some guidance on making this repair. Would I be better off taking to the shop and paying the 3 to 4 hours labor or is this something that a eprson with average technical skill could entertain taking on themselves. Any guidance is much appreciated.

[joshua43214]

Its a straightforward job, its just nuts and bolts. If you look closely at it, you should be able to see what needs to be removed. Use the new part as a reference, and plan for a whole day of dirty work if you are an average DIYer.

[Kwheat]

Thanks, appreciate the feedback. Any recommendations on OEM parts suppliers for the filter housing or would this probably be dealer only item?

[Bill R.]

taken some of the members here. Go with bmw gaskets and seals for this.

http://www.bimmer.info/forum/showthread.php?t=17391=oil+filter+housing+leak




Thanks, appreciate the feedback. Any recommendations on OEM parts suppliers for the filter housing or would this probably be dealer only item?

[Kwheat]

[QUOTE=Bill R.]taken some of the members here. Go with bmw gaskets and seals for this.

http://www.bimmer.info/forum/showthread.php?t=17391=oil+filter+housing+leak[/QUOT

Bill, is it generally only gaskets and seals needed on this repair or is there a more substantial part that may be needed as in the housing itself?

In addition, I'm in a remote market that does not have a ready supply of BMW dealers with OEm BMW parts available, so can you recommend an online vendor of origianl equipment parts that I may use? Thx,