When to replace the Air Filter on your BMW X5
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW X5 (E53) 3.0i, BMW X5 (E53) 3.0i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change air filter on BMW X5 (E53) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for X5 (E53) and other BMW models
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Tools
Replacement: air filter – BMW X5 E53. Tools you might need:
Crow bar
Fender cover
Microfibre towel
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:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Release the air filter cover clips. Use a crowbar.
  4. Step 4
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    Take off the filter lid.
  5. Step 5
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  7. 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.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
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