filter insert requisite?

[Incantation]

i just changed my oil/filter and the filter that bmw gave me doesn't make room for the dispertion insert.. i guess they gave me the wrong filter?

anyway.. it would obviously be better to drive with the insert in there but i'm wondering what people's thoughts are driving without..

[lezonebay]

talking about ! the filter should look like this - http://www.mk-bmwe31.com/servlet/the-4/Wix-Oil-filter/Detail

OEM or aftermarket the look should not change.
the dealer must be really dumb to mix it, the same filter is used is many many different models.
I use WIX filters since I read into their technology papers. I'm impressed with their product enough to use them then I will be very confident to sell them.
Their diesel filter is tested to be 50% better then OEM Ford or GM filters.

[justaguyinokc]

If you go to realoem.com and look at the lubrication system (under engine), you will see a part number 17 on older models (and 22 under newer, but not listed in the description) that is an insert modification that then required the user to purchase a different oil filter. Not sure why they did this, but I am sure most people have the filter you referenced. However, back in the late 90's, anytime I ordered an oil filter they always would ask WHICH version I needed (non-modified or modified).

Just a bit of trivia.

[D-robert]

black insert (it snaps on) and remove it to use the filter you got. When it's time for the next oil change, get the right filter and reinstall the tube.