How to carry out replacement: Air Filter 5.7 ALPINA B12 (E38)
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How to change air filter on ALPINA B12 (E38) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Air Filter on your ALPINA B12
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: air filter – ALPINA B12 (E38). Tools you might need:
Crow bar
Fender cover
Microfibre towel
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Replacement: air filter – ALPINA B12 (E38). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: air filter – ALPINA B12 (E38). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Release the air filter cover clips. Use a crowbar.
  2. Step 4
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    Take off the filter lid.
  3. Step 5
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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