URO Parts 17111437361 Radiator Drain Plug with O-Ring for Select BMWs

For BMW owners replacing a radiator drain plug, the key requirement is matching the part to the vehicle and engine. URO Parts 17111437361 is a metal, vehicle-specific replacement supplied with an O-ring. It is listed for selected BMW applications with M52, M54, N52 or S54 engines, rather than as a universal plug.

The plug is made to factory drain-plug dimensions for bolt-on installation. Its stated fitment is limited to the BMW models and year ranges below, so matching the application is central to deciding whether it is suitable.

What to know

This part replaces BMW original part number 17 11 1 437 361. The listed compatible applications are 1999–2000 323i and 328i, 2000 323Ci and 328Ci, 2001–2004 320i, 2001–2006 325Ci and 330Ci, 2001–2005 325i, 325xi, 330i and 330xi, 2004–2006 X3, and 2003–2008 Z4, with the specified M52/M54/N52/S54 engine fitment. Those ranges are not interchangeable across every BMW of the same year, so use the original part number and the vehicle’s engine details to confirm the match.

The machined-finish plug is described as corrosion-resistant and made from high-strength material, and the included O-ring is part of the sealing arrangement. The manufacturer says the design is intended to seal at OE-specified cooling-system temperatures, that is a design claim, not a guarantee that a seal will be leak-free in every installation. The stated warranty is 24 Month Unlimited Mileage Warranty, its terms are not supplied here.

Buyer feedback is positive about replacement use, fit and function, with customers describing it as comparable to the original once installed. These are individual perceptions, not confirmation that it will fit every vehicle listed under a broad model name. Compared with a generic drain plug, the useful distinction here is the specific OE number and vehicle application, that only helps if they match the part being replaced.

How to use it

Treat this as a replacement component for a matching radiator drain plug, not as a general-purpose cooling-system accessory. Before choosing it, compare the number on the existing part with 17 11 1 437 361 and check the exact BMW model, year and engine against the stated applications. For example, a 2003 Z4 appears in the listed range, but the fit still depends on the specified engine application.

The product listing describes the dimensions as factory-matched for bolt-on installation, but it does not provide installation instructions or specify tools. If you are handling a cooling-system repair, follow the vehicle’s service information for the correct procedure rather than relying on the part description alone.

Best use cases

This plug is aimed at replacing the original component on one of the listed BMW applications. It may suit a repair where the existing drain plug is being replaced and the OE number and engine fitment align. The blue colour and metal construction can also help distinguish the part during handling, though neither detail establishes compatibility by itself.

Worth considering if you need a targeted replacement for the stated BMW part number. Not the best choice if you need a universal plug or cannot confirm that your vehicle’s engine and model year are within the specified fitment.

What to clarify

Which part number does it replace? It replaces BMW original part number 17 11 1 437 361, the product model number is 17111437361.

Is the O-ring included? The product description identifies the radiator drain plug as supplied with an O-ring.

Does it fit every BMW from the listed years? No universal fit is stated. The application is limited to the listed models and years with the specified engine fitment, so check the exact vehicle details before selecting it.

Should you buy it?

Choose this URO Parts plug when you are replacing the matching BMW radiator drain plug and have confirmed the original part number and engine application. Its OE-number reference, vehicle-specific fit and included O-ring make it a more focused choice than a generic drain plug for those repairs. If the vehicle details do not line up with the stated range, the listing does not provide enough information to establish a fit, identify the correct application before proceeding.