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    oil level sensor necessary?

    Hi all,
    When lifting my head gasket I think I snagged the oil level sensor and it snapped where the two clips come together. Or it might have been busted all along, I don't know.

    This part about half way down the page

    Engine auto parts for 2006 BMW 330i: Motor Oil, Engine Oil Accessories, Oil Drain Pans, & more... and other parts related to Oil Circulation


    Didn't really want to spend $150 when just the plug is the part that's broke. Is this a necessary part for the engine to run, or is it just a part that measures oil level and trips a light in the car if oil is low? If it's not necessary I'll just skip it as I can check my oil with the dip stick anyway. Although I wouldn't want to see a light on my dash all the time. I assume if it's not plugged in it wouldnt light.

    Thanks for your help
    Andrew

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    It just measures oil level and tells you when you're a quart low.

    Considering that the M20 has a dipstick, and that E36's didn't have an oil level sensor, I think you'll be fine.
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      #3
      thats what the u-pull-it is for...

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        #4
        BMW makes a cover plate if you decide to remove it. Part number 11132240942.

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