How do you access the B58 oil filter cap more easily?

PininMargherita · 03-11-2024, 03:42 PM

I did a solid job of screwing up the oil filter cap. What tool must I use to bend at the right angle to remove the filter cap?

Now I've got to replace the oil filter cap

John in VA · 03-11-2024, 03:54 PM

You need a 6-point 32 mm socket to use with an extension & ratchet, from a big-box parts store or:
https://www.bimmerworld.com/Tools/BM...mm-Socket.html

Did you source a new cap? You can put your VIN in at realoem.com to find the BMW part # and shop with that. Good luck!
https://www.realoem.com/bmw/select.do

freakystyly · 03-11-2024, 05:00 PM

A socket U joint helps with the oddball angle too. Just be aware of not over torquing or under torquing if using one.

harma24 · 03-11-2024, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freakystyly

A socket U joint helps with the oddball angle too. Just be aware of not over torquing or under torquing if using one.

^^This.

And a baseball bat to beat the guy who designed it like that.

PininMargherita · 03-12-2024, 03:22 PM

Oh boy. I was hoping i missed an obvious access panel :|

PininMargherita · 03-13-2024, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freakystyly

A socket U joint helps with the oddball angle too. Just be aware of not over torquing or under torquing if using one.

I used one of these and still tore up the filter cap

John in VA · 03-13-2024, 02:29 PM

25 Nm is not much more than hand-tight - it's not a wheel bolt! But someone working on it previously could have put the grunt force on it, making it more difficult for you to remove!

A proper-fitting socket & the shortest extension you can get away with should be all you need.

freakystyly · 03-13-2024, 03:22 PM

Plastic you don't want to break... threading into plastic you REALLY don't want to break.

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John in VA Colonel 989 Rep 2,200 Posts Drives: 2015 228i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Leesburg, VA iTrader: (6)	You need a 6-point 32 mm socket to use with an extension & ratchet, from a big-box parts store or: https://www.bimmerworld.com/Tools/BM...mm-Socket.html Did you source a new cap? You can put your VIN in at realoem.com to find the BMW part # and shop with that. Good luck! https://www.realoem.com/bmw/select.do __________________ ____________________________________________ 2015 BMW 228i in EstorilBlau II Metallic / Terra Dakota Leather - 6-speed manual, M Sport Package, Cold Weather Package, Lighting Package, Premium Package, Harman Kardon premium sound, Anti-theft alarm system, Blue Metallic Matt Accent Moldings, Aluminum Hexagon Interior Strips, Anthracite Headlining
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freakystyly Lieutenant Colonel 3008 Rep 1,798 Posts Drives: F22 B58 6MT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	A socket U joint helps with the oddball angle too. Just be aware of not over torquing or under torquing if using one.
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John in VA Colonel 989 Rep 2,200 Posts Drives: 2015 228i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Leesburg, VA iTrader: (6)	25 Nm is not much more than hand-tight - it's not a wheel bolt! But someone working on it previously could have put the grunt force on it, making it more difficult for you to remove! A proper-fitting socket & the shortest extension you can get away with should be all you need.
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freakystyly Lieutenant Colonel 3008 Rep 1,798 Posts Drives: F22 B58 6MT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	Plastic you don't want to break... threading into plastic you REALLY don't want to break.
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