BMW part number 61131378417 (61-13-1-378-417) is a 2-pin, right-angle white plastic electrical plug housing. It serves as a protective connector shell for chassis wiring terminals, most notably on the rear differential (final drive) speed sensor.
What It Does
- Protects Electrical Terminals. It houses two metal wire terminals in a right-angle orientation, locking them securely onto a sensor or switch while shielding the connection from moisture and road grime.
- Primary Application. It is most commonly used on the rear differential cover to connect the vehicle speed sensor (trigger contact) to the main wiring harness.
- Important Note. This part number is strictly the empty plastic connector shell—metal pin terminals, rubber wire seals, and protective boots are sold separately.
Compatible Models & Years
- 3 Series (E30 & E36, 1983–2000). Includes 318i, 318is, 318ti, 320i, 323i, 323is, 325e, 325i, 325is, 325iX, 328i, and M3.
- 5 Series (E34 & E39, 1988–2003). Includes 525i, 528i, 530i, 535i, 540i, and M5.
- 7 Series (E32 & E38, 1986–2001). Includes 735i, 735iL, 740i, 740iL, and 750iL.
- 8 Series (E31, 1990–1997). Includes 840Ci, 850Ci, and 850CSi.
- Z3 Roadster/Coupe (E36/7 & E36/8, 1996–2002). Includes 1.9, 2.3, 2.5i, 2.8, and 3.0i models
Color-Coded 2-Pin Sensor Housings - for BMW E30 models (84-93) - BMW used color-coded alignment tabs (keyways) on these 90-degree plastic shells so mechanics would not cross-connect adjacent wiring harnesses. All four variants are used across US E30 models (318i, 318is, 325e, 325es, 325i, 325is, 325iX, and M3). The "408's" are sold out...I have the other 4 in stock.
- Black (
61131378416 / 61131378408). Used for the rear differential speed sensor, late-model horns, and washer fluid pumps.
- White (
61131378417). Used on the rear differential speed sensor (depending on production year) and coolant/washer level switches.
- Grey (
61131378418). Used for fog lights, headlight/intensive washer pumps, and fluid level sensors.
- Yellow (
61131378419). Exclusively keyed for the on-board computer (OBC) ambient exterior temperature sensor located in the front brake cooling duct.
|