BMW Engine Oil Level Sensor - Hella 12617638341

Product Information

An engine oil level sensor monitors the oil level in the engine's oil pan and sends real-time data to the vehicle's ECU (engine control unit). This information helps ensure the engine has enough oil for proper lubrication. The sensor is often used in modern vehicles as an additional safeguard against low oil levels, which could lead to engine damage.

• Oil Level Warning Light: The most common symptom of a failing oil level sensor is the oil level warning light on the dashboard. This light may come on even if the oil level is correct, indicating a malfunction in the sensor itself
• Inaccurate Oil Level Readings: A faulty sensor may cause incorrect oil level readings, showing the level as full when it’s actually low, or vice versa. This can lead to unnecessary oil changes or leave the engine vulnerable to damage if the oil level is actually too low

About Hella

Hella is a German based manufacturer of specialty lighting parts for automobiles and is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, Subaru , Toyota, Volkswagen and more. Hella lighting solutions include headlights and fog-lights, complete headlight assemblies, and all the other internal bells and whistles that allow your vehicles lighting system to run impeccably every time you turn the ignition over. One of the most well-known automotive suppliers, Hella ranks highly among the top 50 producers of parts in the entire world and has expanded beyond lighting and into electronics for vehicle interiors. The company was technically founded in 1899, and initially was a producer of candles and lamps for horse drawn carriages. A lot has changed in over 100 years.