Replacement: air filter – BMW X5 E53. 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 – BMW X5 E53. Use the following procedure:
Step 1
Open the bonnet.
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. Use a crowbar.
Step 4
Take off the filter lid.
Step 5
Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
Step 6
Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
Step 7
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
Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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 X5 E53. 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.
Step 11
Connect the air intake pipe to the air filter housing.
Step 12
Press the air filter cover clips into place.
Step 13
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 14
Close the hood.
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