Oil-pressure sensor

[onenicebimmer]

Hey,
I was wondering if anyone knew the location of the oil pressure sensor (sending unit?). I found one sensor under the car on the right side of the oil pan, but I don't know if that's for pressure or level.
Thanks

[Alecs MacDonald]

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=1113&mospid=47309&btnr=11_0119&hg=11&fg=10

#3 oil pressure switch?

[onenicebimmer]

Thanks
Thats the one that I thought it would be.

[jht3]

i just replaced mine as it was failing and spewing oil all over my engine. apparently there is a lifetime on these