09 550i Msport huge oil leak

[gricey]

I have a 09 550i with roughly 85k which developed a rather large oil leak recently.

Was thinking its the alternator bracket leak but wasnt sure as i get oil dripping down on the floor on both passenger and driver side.

Anything else this could be?

Thanks

[jclausen]

Right side vacuum pump, oil pressure switch upper timing cover valve cover gaskets left side alternator plate gasket, upper timing cover, valve cover gaskets

[ss109]

Take a look. It should be quite easy to spot. Keep in mind the paneling on the undercarriage will divert the oil to the sides and back so it's not a good indicator of the actual oil leak.

[Johnbennett103]

My alternator gasket blew on my 545i. Either get it fixed soon, or if you can, DIY because its a $5 gasket (but a bitch to get at!)