How to change air filter on BMW E36 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12month / 15000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Saloon (E36) 320 i,
BMW 3 Saloon (E36) 325 i,
BMW 3 Saloon (E36) 328 i,
BMW 3 Saloon (E36) M3 3.2,
BMW 3 Saloon (E36) M3 3.0
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change air filter on BMW E36 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for 3 Saloon (E36) and other BMW models
Replacement: air filter – BMW E36. AUTODOC recommends:
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 – BMW E36. Take the following steps:
Step 1
Open the hood.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Release the air filter cover clips.
Step 4
Take off the filter lid.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: air filter – BMW E36. To avoid damaging the part during installation, do not use excessive force.
Step 5
Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
Step 6
Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
Step 7
Clean the air filter cover and housing.
Replacement: air filter – BMW E36. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
Step 8
Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
Step 9
Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: air filter – BMW E36. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Take care to only use quality filters.During installation, make sure to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the air filter housing.
Step 10
Reinstall the air filter cover. Fasten it.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: air filter – BMW E36. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
Step 11
Press the air filter cover clips into place.
Step 12
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 13
Close the hood.
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