Original BMW Locating Dowel 8.5 x 9 mm for BMW 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8 Series, M, X5, X6, Z3, and Z8 (1975–2024)

Sized at 8.5 x 9 mm, this Original BMW dowel is a locating dowel that aligns mating engine components on a wide range of BMW 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8 Series, M, X5, X6, Z3, and Z8 models. Locating dowels sit in matching bores in two parts so the parts line up in the same position every time they are bolted together, and the fasteners do the clamping. BMW gives this dowel a weight of only 2 g. It is made in Germany and sold individually. BMW production of the current number began in June 1988.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This number replaces the earlier BMW dowel 11-12-1-250-717. BMW marks the change as exchangeable retrospectively, which means the newer 11-12-1-726-242 can be used in place of the old number on earlier engines as well. The same dowel turns up in several different spots depending on the model, so the location on your engine depends on your car. BMW's application spans generations of engines, from the M30 and S14 through the M50, M52, M54, N62, N63, S54, and S62 families. Use the old part number or your engine code to confirm it matches what you removed.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Genuine BMW)
• Part number: 11-12-1-726-242
• BMW name: Dowel
• Size: 8.5 x 9 mm
• Weight: 2 g (0.07 oz)
• Replaces: 11-12-1-250-717, exchangeable retrospectively
• Production start: June 1988
• Made in Germany, sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

My old dowel has number 11-12-1-250-717. Is this the right replacement?
Yes. BMW superseded that number with this dowel and marks the change as exchangeable retrospectively.

How many do I need?
It is sold individually, and use varies by engine, so order one for each dowel you are replacing.

Fitment & Compatibility

Use the table below to verify the year and submodel for your build. PMB Performance can confirm this against your VIN, backed by more than 20 years of parts and fitment work.