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Don't worry about it, the O-ring sits there until you replace the oil pan gasket, at that time, you should be able to fish it out.

This is why during dipstick housing installation, I always insert the O-ring into the housing first, then insert the whole thing.

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1998 E39 528i 5sp MT
2006 E53 X5 3.0 6sp MT