Dorman 65413 Engine Oil Drain Plug

Engine Oil Drain Plug for OE-Style Service

Dorman 65413 is a direct replacement engine oil drain plug for servicing a damaged or worn original plug. It is built to match the original thread pitch and sealing style for a secure oil pan seal on select BMW and Nissan applications.

Use this Dorman oil drain plug when you need a metric M12-1.50 drain plug with a 17 mm hex head and conventional drain method. The steel construction, fine thread, and included gasket help support a proper seal during routine oil changes on vehicles such as the BMW 328i and Nissan Versa.

Key Features

• Direct replacement engine oil drain plug for OE-style service
• Steel construction with silver finish
• Metric M12-1.50 fine thread design
• 17 mm hex head with 6-point socket engagement
• Gasket included for sealing at the oil pan
• Non-magnetic design
• Standard oil drain plug configuration
• Dorman part number 65413

Detailed Description

This engine oil drain plug is engineered to match the original thread pitch and sealing interface, helping restore a proper closure point at the oil pan after the original plug is stripped, damaged, or worn. The M12-1.50 metric thread, 0.425-inch shank length, and gasket seal make it a practical replacement for select BMW and Nissan models that use a 17 mm hex drain plug. Cross-reference part numbers include 11128AM60A and 07119903199 for the same application.

Compatible With select 2000-2013 BMW applications including 128i, 323i, 325i, 328i, 330i, X3, Z4, M5, Z8, 130i, and 325i, plus 2015 and 2019-2020 Nissan Versa models. Dorman 65413 is a straightforward service part for oil pan maintenance where the original drain plug needs replacement.

What It Helps Solve

• Stripped or worn drain plug threads
• Oil seepage at the drain plug sealing surface
• Damaged hex head that makes removal difficult
• Incorrect thread pitch from a previous replacement
• Routine oil service on BMW and Nissan vehicles with M12-1.50 drain plug threads

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, pitch, and head size before installation. Clean the oil pan threads and sealing surface, then install the plug by hand first to avoid cross-threading. Tighten to the vehicle manufacturer’s specified torque using a 17 mm socket. Replace the gasket if the sealing surface is damaged or contaminated.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement drain plug to match original equipment dimensions and sealing requirements for a reliable service fit. The part number is 65413.