Original BMW Rear Engine Block Cover for BMW 530i, 740i, 740iL, 840Ci, X5, and Alpina Z8 V8 (1994–2003)

This Original BMW rear engine block cover, part 11-14-1-729-832, closes off the back of the block on the M60 and M62 V8 engines in the 1994–2003 BMW 530i, 740i, 740iL, 840Ci, X5 4.4i and 4.6is, and Alpina Z8. It is commonly replaced during valley pan repairs on these engines, . The cover is made in Austria. BMW production of this number began in December 1991, so it spans both the M60 and the later M62 generations without a change of part. It covers the rear of the engine block.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

BMW specifies this cover for the E34 530i, E38 740i and 740iL, E31 840Ci, E53 X5 4.4i and 4.6is, and E52 Alpina V8 roadster. The matching gasket is part 11-14-1-729-836, and it is one-time use only. Order the gasket along with the cover rather than reusing the old one.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW
• Part number: 11-14-1-729-832
• BMW part name: Cover
• Position: rear of the engine block
• Engines: M60 and M62 V8
• Required gasket: 11-14-1-729-836 (one-time use)
• Production start: December 1991
• Made in Austria
• Sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months

Installation & Tuning Notes

Replace gasket 11-14-1-729-836 every time this cover is installed. The gasket is one-time use only.

Common Questions

Do I need a new gasket with this cover?
Yes. The gasket, part 11-14-1-729-836, is one-time use only and is sold separately.

When is this cover usually replaced?
It is most often replaced during valley pan repairs on M60 and M62 V8 engines.

Fitment & Compatibility

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