BMW E90 oil pan gasket replacement (DIY20)

this is very time consuming DIY. not easy but it can be done with lots of patience. this is a 2008 BMW 328i with automatic transmission. blue colored bolts are aluminum, that means one time use only.
WARNING: floor jack is only for lifting the car...always use jack stands to support the weight of the car
⚠️ i'm not a certified auto mechanic...i just love to work on my own cars...so DIY at your own risk ✌️
always remember...safety first
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[@derekrasheed6993]

Probably the literal best video on how to do this job step by step. I’ll definitely be using this when I have to drop mine to check my bearings and pick up tube.

[@LLAG-br9ld]

I just did my oil pan, water pump and thermostat. I noticed each hole in the engine block where the oil pan bolts were removed from had a decent amount of thread lock compound remaining from the old bolts. This gasket was original and the holes definitely needed time and patience to clean each. I'm now convinced that this would contribute to snapping bolts on installation. My pan gasket replacement went without a hitch and this video helped a lot. Thanks.

[@osagyefoghanaba]

Just want to say a BIG THANK YOU for this video. It saved me a lot of headache after I installed the new gasket & set of bolts on an N53 and was left with 5 extra bolts that got me thinking I was sold the wrong set of bolts. Thank you for highlighting the extra bolts, it is such small details that differentiate this excellent video from others.

[@randysdiy]

you’re welcome and thanks for watching

[@roldanpenagos546]

Thank you for taking the time to film this process. It was extremely thorough and helpful. I'll be changing out my gasket in my 2006 235i this weekend and saving a ton of money.

[@randysdiy]

you're welcome. let me know how it turned out

[@nyajilacs]

I also replaced the oil pan gasket with DIY. Your video that taught me how to temporarily fix the gasket with a tie wrap was very helpful. Thank you.

[@randysdiy]

that's great! thanks for watching

[@asm2436]

That was an awesome video. Like the details on the sockets sizes and the torque spec. Had one repair shop quote me $1800 to do this job. Was thinking about doing it myself. Thats a lot of work.

[@randysdiy]

thanks for watching. yes, it's a lot of work but it can be done. just take your time and make sure you don't skip any steps and follow the torque values. make sure you have all the parts and tools before you start your DIY. i recommend to pay your repair shop (if you have the cash) to do this job if you don't feel comfortable doing it. remember, safety first.

[@randyr.8536]

By far your videos the most directive and informative by far from other KZbinrs . Keep it up 👍

[@leehooligan]

Wow! One of the best and most detailed videos on the oil pan gasket. I have been undecided on the DIY repair, as most of the content I've seen so far have left things out of their videos (probably due to struggle and issues with the repair they didn't want viewers to see and lose credibility) that it made it difficult to understand what the hell they just pulled off or how they got the component off. However, your video was a breath of fresh air. I like how you detail every bolt spec and size, how you torqued each piece down, which tool you used, and MOST valuably how you organized everything. WELL DONE Randy! Thank you for your hard work in producing this video, it must have cost you a week's time to do it. Please keep delivering more.

[@randysdiy]

thank you for all your kind words sir

[@miticostudios]

Great video, thanks! My son has a 2009 328 and I will need to do this soon. Thanks for the torque specs too sometimes those are hard to track down.

[@richcruz8924]

Wow... Thank you, thank you so so much. I was looking for confirmation on those 5 extra bolts, that cam with the packaging. They screwed with me alright.. lol In any case, you video and explanation was superb and spot on! Thanks for sharing and providing tips; i'll be sure to mark my bolts when I go to 1st round of torque then 90 degree turns. Thanks again..

[@randysdiy]

i'm glad my video helped you. thanks for watching

[@dwightemerson1377]

Great, informative video. There are several out there on how to replace the oil pan gasket but most do not include the correct torqueing specs for the various components that have to be removed and reinstalled to complete the job. I crossed referenced your specs because the reinforcement brace torqueing spec you listed seemed low but you are correct on all accounts. Thanks. You probably kept me from breaking some bolts in some places you never, ever want to break a bolt.

[@randysdiy]

haha thanks for watching

[@cesareomiranda4485]

That's one of the best 😁👍I really appreciate your ability and talent to do a complicated repair, done very simple.

[@randysdiy]

thank you and thanks for watching

[@CarlosSanchez-zp6yw]

Good afternoon Randy, just reaching out to you and let you know that I did the the oil pan along with the water pump and thermostat assembly and motor mounts...thanks to you I was able to get done.....unfortunately I couldn't get a video done...have a great day and looking forward to more DYi..Projects.

[@randysdiy]

i'm glad everything went well. i was going to do the water pump and thermostat while i'm already there but i have a tight budget

[@fastboatster]

Great job and thanks for filming!

[@randysdiy]

thanks for watching

[@dili00007]

Great job on the car and video! Minus the flipflops during the job lol

[@randysdiy]

i know LOL!

[@seanpaul3050]

Thanks for this video. Used it for my 2007 330i Auto. You did make one mistake, or perhaps you didn't show it in the video. The longest aluminum bolts at the back of the oil pan have to be torqued to 180 degrees, not 90 degrees. It's because they are much longer and will need to be stretched more, to acheive the same torque. See BMW TIS manual if you want to check.

[@TheMattMan4494]

21:33

[@xguydd]

You are a legendary mechanic, 🙌

[@danmurphy5889]

it's like watching a horror movie, amazing job

[@DannyBoyGhost]

As I much as I like to do myself I just don’t think I can haha I’ll lose something or mess up something an have lil patience I think my best route still having a mechanic do the job

[@BMW2002RESTORE]

Thank you Ｍr. Ｒandy！ Ｉ did it too！：-)

[@randysdiy]

cool…congratulations! 👍

[@sipwhitemocha]

5:50 Like a baby being delivered

[@dai-li3mq]

あなたはとても丁寧な人だ！ awesome work🔥

[@simplelangperorock]

pare, ayos! pareho tayo ng sasakyan. kung magkapit bahay tayo, araw-araw tayo iinom sabay jamming :). seriously, i had to do this on my X5. this looks terrifying and intimidating. lmao 2011 328i xDr 3.0iL6

[@randysdiy]

sasakyan ng anak ko ito. thanks for watching

[@simplelangperorock]

@@randysdiy oh ok. nice engine n52? 👍the way you organize the parts in the ziplock is sick! awesome work man.

[@randysdiy]

@@simplelangperorock yes N52. thank you my friend. i went to your channel and Bro, you're so talented, great band. love all your songs. GO PINOY!

[@simplelangperorock]

@@randysdiy hahahaha. thx brother.

[@revvolutions]

I like the "how it's made" music

[@zidane1712]

Amazing. Great job 👍

[@chimborazo328i]

Thanks for convincing me to take it to a shop🤣🤣

[@2A5X4A]

Thank you sir! Learn something new today!

[@randysdiy]

you’re welcome

[@LoveFactual54]

Thanks i need to replace my 325i e90 asap

[@actionman67]

Great details! Thank you!

[@bromptonexperience]

you’re welcome and thanks for watching

[@albertonunez851]

Hi detail and very informative. Outstanding work good sir.

[@martinalonzo7291]

excelent 100 points

[@kiva4ever]

Great job Randy, thanks for the video. I plan to do the job on mine at the weekend. Although mine is IX and there are differences its good to know what`s waiting ahead. Best regards

[@theb3ast133]

Did you do yours?

[@kiva4ever]

@@theb3ast133 Yeah, i did it, went succesfully.

[@ColeTrickle13]

Great video

[@APBMW]

You’re awesome bro👍🏼

[@randysdiy]

thanks for watching bro 😊

[@user-jo9pd3hh7q]

thanks. I COULD do this, but now I know i don't WANT to do it!

[@parafrogman187]

Awesome job sir!

[@mordekhayyekutiel873]

Thanks, Randy!

[@simplelangperorock]

pare, ‘important pointers’ or ‘tips to avoid’ sa process. it is time for me to do mine. short details pls. salamat chief

[@randysdiy]

if you have aluminum bolts, don’t over torque them. take your time and take some breaks. make sure you have all the tools before you start. write some notes if you have to and take some pictures for reference. good luck

[@dookie177]

Great job 👏!

[@randysdiy]

thank you

[@jorgemarroquin3729]

Very nice video thanks!!

[@TheFrenchPug]

Your oil didn't even look bad underneath. Was this just preventative? Very nicely done video.

[@randysdiy]

i cleaned it before i did it. the oil was leaking so bad

[@TheFrenchPug]

@Randy's DIY Autoworks Oh, I got it. I just had mine done since I was getting the turbos replaced.

[@albertlee9220]

Thank you

[@simplelangperorock]

Chief Randy, Kamusta brother? Where did you get your hydraulic autojack? Gotta do mine very soon. Great job as always. Happy holidays to and your family bruh.

[@randysdiy]

musta na. i got it from costco.com. Happy Holidays

[@simplelangperorock]

@@randysdiy Okay. Will check it out

[@PRINCE-ve7hb]

Thanks !

[@jonessoda1992]

Awesome, thank you

[@socom1633]

Hello there excellent video, is this the same procedure for a 07 Z4 3.0i?

[@kingly71]

is there a stop leak product anyone ever uses to prolong this replacement as long as possible? really not looking forward to this! My N51 engine has some seepage from the oil pan but mechanic tells me it could be another 25k or more before its leaking in earnest

[@roadstoriches5611]

A1

[@nebojsa1976]

What is the worst case scenario for leaking oil pan? In worst case scenario, can it leak all oil and damage the engine, or it kind of leaks a little bit for years? Essentially, if it leaks little bit, I can just leave it until I sell my car. And if it leaks bit too much, I just add oil every couple of months. Essentially, I'd like to know if oil pan gasket can catastrophically fail and just leak all oil out in matter of minutes.

[@XtaticVideo]

awesome !!

[@sebastiannunez8595]

Can i just loosen the transmission cooler lines from the oil pan without removing it from the transmission? And did it spill and atf fluid when u removed it?

[@simplelangperorock]

Pare ko, i enjoy the music. one ‘ o these days, I will ask you for the ‘experience tips’ getting from doing the oil pan gasket. im planning on doing mine anytime soon. if ok with you?

[@neilxavier35]

Thank you. Where are you located?

[@E90Adrian]

Hey dude on 14:11 what are those o rings called or the part number i am trying to have every single gasket i need i don’t want re do this job any time soon going to be doing this in the coming week or so

[@MHTPRO]

Good job

[@tomhernandez1308]

Nice video! I must get one of those engine support braces!! A question about the tow hook - on my 2006 Z4, the tow hook is the right size and thread pitch, but the eyelet shoulder bumps into the valve cover gasket after only seating about halfway. Is there another source of hooks I might pursue to fulfill this function? Also, the engine support is rated for 1000 lbs, but I have no clue if this is sufficient. Any idea on the weight range of the N52 engine? thanks again!

[@retiredsamslife6987]

Do you have to use the new bolts or reuse the old ones? Thanks

[@randysdiy]

the E12 bolts are made of aluminum. it’s one time use only. it will snap if you will re-use them. you have to order a new bolts

[@vvswealth1]

Do I need engine support bar?

[@Hoetobeajew]

great video thank you

[@randysdiy]

you’re welcome and thanks for watching

[@Hoetobeajew]

@@randysdiy Does the 328i have a pcv drain hose going into the oil pan? i have watched some other videos and people seem to have a problem removing them without breaking them.

[@randysdiy]

@@Hoetobeajew this particular car doesn’t have it but my wife’s car has it. it’s a 2006 325i. i know it’s pain in the ass to remove that hose but i never done it before

[@anthonybannister3557]

Great explanation and video - hopefully I can accomplish the task before me - id love to know what other tools u used such as the torque ratchets and also did u have a vehicle lift? I’m currently on ramps because of changing the water pump and the repair guide said the ramps was the best way to support the vehicle but I’m thinking it’s not possible to do it that way for the oil pan gasket . How much of the front end was removed ? Thanks for everything

[@dwightemerson1377]

Anthony, I didn't post the video and it may be to late for me to help you. But I too have found it difficult to jack up and safely set my BMW 3 series convertible on jack stands. I finally found some conversion adapters on ebay. They are specifically designed to adapt a 3 ton Torin jack stand to the OEM lifting pads on the BMW. They are made by FoRSVARA spelt just like I wrote it out of Ohio and are about 50 bucks a pair. A little pricey but they are well made and anyone that repairs or services there on BMW should have a set of four. Good luck.

[@abluh12]

How long did this take you approximately? Should I plan on setting aside a weekend or get another car around for a week endeavor?

[@derekmaldonado3300]

Is this the same job for the e60 525xi

[@Firstneko1]

How did you deal with the steering rack? Did you just leave it connected to the steering column or did you unbolt it?

[@jamiestanley8774]

What was the rubber on the outside of pan .( still flexible) or hard as well.

[@seanpaul3050]

How high did you set your jack stands to do this job ? Just need to be sure I get some jack stands that go high enough to allow me to drop the subframe and still have enough room to remove the oil pan while working under the car.

[@rankiad]

Hey bro, how´s the Elring gasket holding so far? I'm about to do this again after 3yrs ago when I replaced it with a no-brand gasket and now it's got a nasty oil leak from one pan corner.

[@johntran9985]

Hi Randy! Great video! I would love to have you as my personal mechanic. Where are you located?

[@nestorroman2694]

Will a cherry picker work with out the bar to do this job?

[@filibertoleyva5312]

Muy bueno

[@walletphonekeys]

Thank u sir great videos for life

[@randysdiy]

you’re welcome

[@JCiprian1]

where can I find your electric torque wrench.

[@randysdiy]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T99KJ6M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@mzek24]

kuya nasa USA ka ba? galing ng DIY mo same lng tau sasakyan gusto ko palitan gasket sken hehe :)

[@CarlosSanchez-zp6yw]

Hello Randy, I watched your video and got a lot of good information from it...j have a 2009 328i with N52KP engine....the only thing I didn't see was the disconnect point of the steering rack from steering column!...did you have to perform this step?..greatly will appreciate any input..

[@randysdiy]

thanks for watching. i did not disconnect the steering column from the steering rack because i was having a hard time removing it. it will give you more room if disconnected. make sure to mark it with a marker before disconnecting it to keep the steering wheel aligned

[@CarlosSanchez-zp6yw]

@@randysdiyso it really isn't necessary to do so!...you managed to get the pan out!...that was a great video and really appreciated diyrs..like yourself foe sharing.....also did you changed all hardware with new?

[@randysdiy]

most of them. some bolts are one time use only like the V-brace bolts

[@CarlosSanchez-zp6yw]

@@randysdiy thank you Randy for tour quick response...I have a blessed day...I will tackling that job soon as I get all the relevant parts required...any further tips would be appreciated..thanks again.

[@randysdiy]

number one tip is “safety”. use a reliable jack stands. wear safety glasses. have the right tools to do the job like angle/torque wrench. take your time. be patient and take a break. go to realoem.com for part numbers. hope everything goes well

[@jorgefontanez649]

Any transmission fluid leak out from those lines?

[@randysdiy]

very very little. just keep the lines pointing upward to avoid leakage

[@CarlosSanchez-zp6yw]

Goid afternoon Randy, I've noticed you didn't remove the serpentine belt? Also didn't see you mention the power steering pump either...is it necessary to do these steps?..greatly appreciate it 🙏.

[@randysdiy]

not necessary. i didn’t touch those

[@damronmeadows3718]

How long did this take you ?

[@randysdiy]

it took me few days to do this DIY. i took my time and also filming it. i have a full time job so i have a limited time to work on this car.

[@retiredsamslife6987]

How many mileage on this car? Thanks

[@randysdiy]

165,200 miles

[@retiredsamslife6987]

👍🏼

[@retiredsamslife6987]

@@randysdiy Yes due time

[@Val_tini.]

Can I reuse the oil pan bolts on 2008 528i e60 n52k?

[@randysdiy]

if the bolts are metal yes. if aluminum no

[@Val_tini.]

@@randysdiy That's what I'm trying to confirm... aluminum or not??

[@randysdiy]

use a magnet to confirm

[@singhbrijinder]

at what mileage you changed it ?

[@randysdiy]

165,200 miles

[@nyustdent]

xdrive or rwd?

[@randysdiy]

rwd

[@thaidenthach9806]

im # 667 like.