Help seal your engine's oil drain opening with the Dorman oil drain plug, part number 090-088CD. This standard M12-1.50 steel plug has a 17 mm hex head and comes with its own gasket. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-1999 BMW M3 3.0L / 3.2L, 2003-2012 BMW Z4 3.0L and 1977-1983 BMW 320i 1.8L / 2.0L. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
- Direct replacement: Designed to match the original equipment plug's fit and function on the specified vehicles.
- Ideal solution: Intended to replace a missing or damaged plug and help provide a secure seal.
- Durable construction: Built to strict specifications for reliable performance.
- Trustworthy quality: Supported by a US-based team of product experts and more than a century of automotive experience.
This Dorman Autograde oil drain plug is a standard replacement grade part. Its metric fine thread measures 12 mm in diameter with a 1.5 mm pitch, and the plug is 18 mm long. The hex head takes a 17 mm, 6-point socket. It is made of steel with a bolt grade of 5.8, comes in a silver color and is non-magnetic. It uses a conventional drain method. It is not a torque-to-yield or one-time-use part, and no special tool is required to install it.
Package contents: one oil drain plug and one gasket. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: 263-931
263931 · 11131273093 · 11137535106 · E45Y6730A · EA6730A · 0029973430 · 1239970430 · 652366
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11131273093, 11137535106, E45Y6730A, EA6730A, 0029973430, 1239970430, 652366, 263-931
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles does part 090-088CD fit?
It fits many vehicles, including the 1994-1999 BMW M3 3.0L / 3.2L, 2003-2012 BMW Z4 3.0L and 1977-1983 BMW 320i 1.8L / 2.0L. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact vehicle and engine.
What are the thread and head sizes of this Dorman engine oil drain plug?
It has an M12-1.50 metric fine thread (12 mm diameter, 1.5 mm pitch) and is 18 mm long. The 17 mm hex head takes a 6-point socket.
Does it come with a gasket?
Yes. The package contains one oil drain plug and one gasket.
Is this a magnetic or oversized-thread plug?
No. It is a non-magnetic plug with a standard M12-1.50 thread, not an oversize repair plug. If the drain-hole threads are damaged, have them inspected before you install it.
When might the Dorman drain plug need replacing?
Oil seeping around the plug, a rounded-off hex head or a missing plug can be signs that it needs replacing. Tighten the new plug to the torque given in your vehicle's service information.
