1996 318i Fuel Level Sending Unit

OES - Original Equipment Supplier (dealer Parts)
OES stands for Original Equipment Supplier. This refers to the part that is provided to us by the actual vehicle manufacturer. So when you see a part that has OES in the description, or we refer to a part as OES this part actually came from the vehicle manufacturer and in most cases will come in the vehicle manufacturers packaging and is the genuine product. On our web site we are not allowed to indicate the item as “genuine”, so for the items that are genuine factory parts you may see the item listed as OES or in some cases you may see OE Service. So if there is any confusion as to whether an item listed on our site is genuine, please call our customer support staff as they can determine if the item is in fact genuine. These parts are in fact the same part you would get at the local dealer.

Siemens VDO Automotive AG
On December 03, 2007, Continental AG took over Siemens VDO Automotive AG. In so doing, it gave birth to the world's fifth largest automotive supplier, which, with its wide-ranging product portfolio and innovative prowess, stands to make individual mobility safer, more comfortable and more sustainable. The origins of Siemens VDO date back to the beginnings of automotive history. The story of Siemens VDO reflects the experience gained from more than 100 years of automotive history, concentrated expertise and international know-how, on the basis of which the company has been able to acquire a leading position in the field of automotive electronics.