Bosch 69491 Fuel Pump and Strainer Set

Bosch Fuel Pump and Strainer Set

Bosch 69491 is a new electric internal fuel pump and strainer set for select BMW applications. Built for vehicles that use an in-tank pump with a single inlet and outlet, it is a direct-fit service part for restoring fuel delivery performance in older BMW 5 Series and 7 Series models, including BMW 525i, 535i, 735i, and M5 applications.

Key Features

• Brand: Bosch Fuel Pump and Strainer Set (New)
• Part number: 69491
• Electric internal fuel pump design
• Single inlet and single outlet configuration
• New replacement part, not remanufactured
• Package contents: fuel pump and strainer set
• Built to Bosch quality standards used in original equipment production
• Cross-reference: BMW 16141181354

Product Details

Bosch 69491 is part of the Bosch Fuel Pump and Strainer Set line, a product family focused on OE-style fuel delivery components for the aftermarket. Bosch manufactures these pumps on the same production lines used for original equipment parts and tests them to the same quality standards, helping maintain consistent fuel supply in demanding driving conditions. This part is an internal electric pump with a strainer, making it a practical replacement for BMW fuel system service where the pump is mounted inside the tank.

Compatible With select BMW models, including 1987-1992 BMW 735i, 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, 1988 BMW 535is, 1988-1993 BMW 535i, 1989-1990 BMW 525i, 1991-1993 BMW M5 without pressure sensor, 1993 BMW 525iT with plastic tank, and 1993-1995 BMW 525i with plastic tank. Bosch 69491 is also a fitment match for BMW fuel system repairs where the original pump and strainer assembly has worn or failed.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Hard starting caused by weak fuel delivery
• Engine hesitation under load from insufficient pump output
• Fuel starvation from a worn in-tank pump
• Noisy operation from an aging electric fuel pump
• Restricted fuel flow related to a clogged strainer

Installation Notes

• Verify vehicle fitment by year, model, and tank configuration before ordering.
• This is an internal fuel pump; installation requires access to the in-tank fuel system.
• Mounting hardware is not included.
• Gasket or seal is not included.
• Confirm the vehicle uses a plastic tank where noted in the fitment data.
• For 1991-1993 BMW M5 applications, confirm the vehicle is without pressure sensor.

Quality Assurance

Bosch builds this fuel pump and strainer set to the same rigorous standards used for original equipment fuel pumps, with production and testing processes designed to support reliable service life. Part number 69491 is a new replacement component for BMW fuel system repair and maintenance.