Original BMW Washer Fluid Reservoir with Level Indicator for E39 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, and M5 (1998–2003)

The Original BMW washer fluid reservoir 61-60-7-038-432 is the fluid container with level indicator that stores washer fluid on the E39 5 Series 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, and M5. BMW names it a fluid container with level indicator. It weighs 316 g (0.7 lb), and BMW production of this number began in November 2000. A washer reservoir holds the fluid supply that the washer pump draws from and sends to the spray nozzles. A cracked tank or a leaking seam leaves the system empty even after it has just been filled.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This reservoir supersedes the earlier part number 61-60-8-381-038. BMW marks the change as exchangeable retrospectively, so the current tank also fits cars that were built with the older number. Cars built before November 2000 can take this reservoir in place of the superseded version. The reservoir is made in Germany and is sold individually.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (genuine part)
• Part number: 61-60-7-038-432
• BMW name: Fluid container with level indicator
• Weight: 316 g (0.7 lb)
• Production start: November 2000
• Supersedes: 61-60-8-381-038, exchangeable retrospectively
• Made in Germany
• Sold individually as one reservoir
• Warranty: 24-month parts warranty

Common Questions

Does this reservoir come with the filler pipe?
No, it is sold as the reservoir alone. On windshield washer applications, filler pipe 61-60-7-038-436 must also be replaced when this reservoir is fitted.

Can I use this on a car built before November 2000?
Yes, within the fitment shown here. It replaces the older 61-60-8-381-038 tank, and BMW marks the newer reservoir as usable on earlier cars.

Fitment & Compatibility

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