Replacing oil sump: remount the oil-level sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2025 BMW M4, 2024 BMW M4, 2023 BMW M4, 2022 BMW M4, and 2021 BMW M4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge .
Damage to or destruction of electrical components .

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: 61 35... NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION .

Unscrew the nut (arrows).
Feed out and remove the oil-level sensor (1) .

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Replace O-ring (1) on oil-level sensor (2) .
Parts: O-ring

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Insert and install the oil-level sensor (1) .
Tighten the nuts (arrows).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Oil level sensor to oil sump
hexagon nut M6 Replace nuts.	Joining torque	2 Nm
hexagon nut M6 Replace nuts.	tightening torque	8.5 Nm

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.