Original BMW Oil Pan Hex Bolt (M52, M54, M56, S52) for BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, M3, X3, X5 3.0i, and Z4 (1996–2006)

Sold as a single piece, Original BMW hex bolt 11-13-1-740-000 secures the engine oil pan on BMW six-cylinder models including the 3 Series, 5 Series, M3, X3, X5 3.0i, and Z4 from 1996–2006. BMW calls it "Hex bolt," and each one weighs 9 g (0.32 oz). Production began in September 1994, and BMW's parts data ties it to the M52, M54, and M56 six-cylinder engines as well as the S52 in the E36 M3. It is made in Germany.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

Oil pan bolts hold the pan to the bottom of the engine block and clamp the pan gasket evenly around its sealing flange. Because this number is tied to specific engines rather than a single chassis, the engine code is the quickest way to confirm it is the right bolt. BMW shows the same bolt on the E36, E46, E39, E83, E53, and E85, so one part number covers the pan on many shared BMW six-cylinder engines of the era. The bolt is priced per piece, so count the bolts on your pan and order the full number you plan to replace.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Original BMW part)
• Part number: 11-13-1-740-000
• BMW part name: Hex bolt
• Application: engine oil pan
• Weight: 9 g (0.32 oz)
• Sold individually
• Production start: September 1994
• Engines: M52, M54, M56, and S52
• Made in Germany
• Warranty: 24 months

Installation & Tuning Notes

Plan on this bolt when changing the oil pan gasket, since it is needed for that job.

Common Questions

Do I need new bolts when I replace the oil pan gasket?
This bolt is needed when changing the oil pan gasket, so order it with the gasket.

Does it fit the V8 X5?
No. On the X5 it fits only the 3.0i with the M54 six-cylinder.

Pair this bolt with your next pan gasket order from PMB.

Fitment & Compatibility

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