When to replace the Air Filter on your BMW Z4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW Z4 Roadster (E85) 3.0 i, BMW Z4 Roadster (E85) 2.5 i, BMW Z4 Roadster (E85) 2.2 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Z4 Roadster (E85) and other BMW models
How to change Air filter on BMW Z4 E85 3.0 i – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Air filter
How to change Air Filter Housing Cover on BMW Z4 E85 3.0 i – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Air Filter Housing Cover
Tools
Replacement: air filter – BMW Z4 (E85). Tools you need:
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replacement: air filter – BMW Z4 (E85). Do not ignore the maintenance schedule, recommendations, and requirements specified by the manufacturer on the use of the car part.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: air filter – BMW Z4 (E85). 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.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  3. Step 5
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – BMW Z4 (E85). 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.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
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