How to carry out replacement: Pollen Filter 530d 3.0 BMW E60
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How to change pollen filter on BMW E60 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Pollen Filter on your BMW 5 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 545i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) M5, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 535 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 523 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 540i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 550i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525xi, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 xi, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 xd, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 535 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525xi, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 523i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 xd, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 xi, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 535i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525xd, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 i xDrive, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 i xDrive, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525d xDrive, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 d xDrive, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530 d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 540i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 523i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 535 i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 528i, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530xi 3.0, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520d, BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 525i … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change pollen filter / cabin filter on BMW E60 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 09/06/2020
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Tools
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Tools you need:
Drive socket # 13
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – BMW E60.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 530d 3.0 2002 Pollen Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 4
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    Release the cabin filter cover clips.
  5. Step 5
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    Detach the connectors from the climate control sensors.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Professionals recommend:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Release the cabin filter cover clips.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Pollen Filter on BMW E60 2001 530d 3.0 by yourself
    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Tip:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  12. Step 12
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    Cover the cabin filter air ducts with a microfibre cloth to keep dirt and dust out.
  13. Step 13
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    Clean the cabin filter housing and cover.
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Remove any debris from the cabin filter housing carefully to prevent contamination of the ventilation duct.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the microfibre cloth from the cabin filter air ducts.
  15. Step 15
    DIY replacement of Pollen Filter on BMW 5 Saloon (E60) 520d 2005 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Take care to only use quality filters.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Pollen Filter on BMW E60 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – BMW E60. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Comments – 2
  • P. N.
    13.06.2024 12:48
    Member
    The video doesn't show whether the arrow on the filter should point into the housing or point away from the housing .
    • Jessica_L
      17.06.2024 06:56
      P. N.
      Moderator
      Yes, the arrow on the filter should point into the housing, you can see this information on the old filter when replacing it.
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