This part is listed by BMW as BMW part number 11111717939 (11 11 1 717 939) and is described as a freeze plug (aka cover lid) for the side of the engine block on early 4-cylinder and Big Six engines - M10, S14, M30, M88, S38, M42, M44. Sold per plug.
Beware of the cheap aftermarket freeze plugs that don't seal well or will suffer early corrosion. The factory freeze plugs are manufactured to a higher standard.
This part number replaces, or is compatible with, BMW part numbers 11 11 1 717 939, 11111276472, 07119937321, 07 11 9 937 321, 11 11 1 276 472.
This is a Genuine BMW freeze plug with a two year warranty. Buying a Genuine part will usually be more expensive than an OEM or aftermarket brand but you are assured that it meets BMW's designs for fitment, performance, and longevity. It will also be the very latest design, incorporating any updates or revisions that an aftermarket brand typically will ignore.
For full BMW fitment information or for assistance from one of our BMW experts, we recommend calling us at 877-639-9648.
BMW Fitments:
2 Series
Vintage 2002 (67-76) > E10 2002 (1969-1976)
Vintage 2002 (67-76) > E10 2002tii (1972-1974)
3 Series
E21 (75-83) > 320i
3 Series
E30 (84-91) > 318i
E30 (84-91) > 318is
E30 (84-91) > M3
3 Series
E36 (92-99) > 318i M42
E36 (92-99) > 318i M44
E36 (92-99) > 318ic M42
E36 (92-99) > 318ic M44
E36 (92-99) > 318is M42
E36 (92-99) > 318is M44
3 Series
E36/5 (95-99) > 318ti M42
E36/5 (95-99) > 318ti M44
5 Series
E12 (77-81) > 528i
E12 (77-81) > 530i
5 Series
E28 (82-88) > 533i
E28 (82-88) > 535i
E28 (82-88) > M5 (87-88)
5 Series
E34 (89-95) > 535i
E34 (89-95) > M5 (91-95)
6 Series
E24 (77-89) > 630CSi
E24 (77-89) > 633CSi
E24 (77-89) > 635CSi
E24 (77-89) > M6
7 Series
E23 (77-87) > 733i
E23 (77-87) > 735i
7 Series
E32 (88-94) > 735i
E32 (88-94) > 735iL
Z Series
E36/7 / E36/8 Z3 (96-02) > Z3 1.9