Where is the oil drain plug located on a 1998 BMW 750 IL?

Answer 1

The oil drain plug is located slightly to the left (drivers side) on the under neath the oil pan. It requires a 17mm socket to remove. Remember to replace the metal washer for the drain plug and the rubber "O" ring on the oil filter before reinstalling. The 1998 BMW 750 IL 5.4 liter V12 requires synthetic oil. (8 Quarts). The oil filter is located inside the engine compartment (driver side) it is a canister type oil filter. Unscrew the lid and the oil filter will come out with the lid. You'll have to pull slightly on filter to separate it from the cap. Replace the "O" ring and pop the new filter on to the cap. The small hole opening matches up with oil cap. The larger hole opening will match up with bottom of the oil hosing canister. Pour oil into the oil canister housing about 1/2 to 3/4 full, then slowly insert the oil canister (filter and cap) back into the housing and screw back. Make sure the oil drain pug is secure and then pour your synthetic oil in. The oil cap is located directly in the middle of the engine compartment towards the front of the engine but rear of the radiator fan. It's square shaped with a picture of a oil can on it. Unscrew and remove, and pour in the new oil. When completed replace the oil cap, start the engine and let it run for five minutes. Check the oil dipstick for the oil level and add if necessary and replace. The oil dipstick is located on the right side (passenger) of the engine, towards the front.