Standard Ignition FLS288 Engine Oil Level Sensor

Engine Oil Level Sensor for BMW Applications

Standard Ignition FLS288 is an engine oil level sensor built for BMW vehicles that use an oval, plug-in electrical connection and a 3-blade male terminal interface. It is a direct-fit fluid level sensor for monitoring engine oil level in supported BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z3, Z4, and M models.

Key Features

• Engine oil level sensor for BMW engine management systems
• Female connector with oval plug-in design
• 3-terminal blade connection for secure electrical contact
• Fluid level sensor contents for oil level monitoring
• Standard Ignition FLS288 replacement part

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition FLS288 is an engine oil level sensor used to report oil level data to the vehicle’s monitoring system. The sensor uses a female, oval connector with a plug-in style interface and male blade terminals, matching the electrical layout used on many BMW applications. This part cross-references Hella 007868031 for the same application. It is a practical replacement choice for BMW 325i, BMW 330i, BMW X5, BMW Z4, and other listed models where accurate oil level input is required.

Compatible BMW fitment includes 1995-2001 740iL, 1995-2001 750iL, 1997-2003 540i, 2000-2003 M5, 2000-2003 Z8, 2001-2007 525i, 2001-2007 530i, 2004-2006 X3, and 2009-2010 335d, along with additional listed BMW applications.

What It Helps Address

• Oil level warning messages on the instrument cluster
• Incorrect or unstable engine oil level readings
• Fault codes related to the oil level sensing circuit
• Intermittent oil level monitoring due to connector or sensor wear
• Replacement needs after sensor failure on BMW engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and vehicle application before installation. Inspect the harness connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or damaged locking tabs before connecting the new sensor. Confirm the sensor location and sealing surface are clean so the replacement installs correctly and the oil level signal remains stable.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures replacement electrical components for service applications, and FLS288 is built to match the specified connector and terminal configuration for the listed BMW fitments. Use the part number FLS288 to confirm application details during ordering and service lookup.