How to change pollen filter on BMW X1 (E84) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 28 i,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 20 i,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 20 i,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 18 i,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 28 i,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 18 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 18 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 23 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 18 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 18 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 18 i,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 25 i,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 25 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 16 d,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 20 d,
BMW X1 (E84) sDrive 16 i,
BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 28 i
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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 – Pollen Filter for X1 (E84) and other BMW models
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X1 (E84). AUTODOC experts recommend:
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.
Please note: all work on the car – BMW X1 (E84) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
Step 1
Open the bonnet.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3.1
Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover (6 pieces).
Step 3.2
Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 4
Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
Step 5
Release the cabin filter cover clips.
Step 6
Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
AUTODOC recommends:
Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
Step 7
Insert a new filter element into the filter housing. Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X1 (E84). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.Attention! Use quality filters – BMW X1 (E84).
Step 8
Attach the cabin filter cover clips.
Step 9
Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X1 (E84). Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 10
Screw in the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover (6 pieces). Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11
Remove the fender protection cover. Close the hood.
Step 12
Switch on the ignition.
Step 13
Switch on the air conditioning system. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 14
Switch off the ignition.
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