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How to change pollen filter on BMW X3 (E83) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW X3 (E83) xDrive20d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 30 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive30i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0i xDrive, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0 si, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5si, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0sd, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0 sd, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 20 i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive25i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive30i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive20d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 30 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 35 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5si xDrive, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0 si, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive25i … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
BMW X3 (E83) xDrive20d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 30 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive30i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0i xDrive, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0i, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0 si, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5si, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0sd, BMW X3 (E83) 2.0 sd, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 20 i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive25i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive30i, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive20d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 30 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 35 d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive 18 d, BMW X3 (E83) 2.5si xDrive, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0 si, BMW X3 (E83) 3.0d, BMW X3 (E83) xDrive25i … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Pollen Filter for X3 (E83) and other BMW models
Pollen filter
Alternative products

Torx bit T20
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X3 (E83). 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.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X3 (E83). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Open the hood.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover.
- Step 4.1Raise a little the cabin filter housing cover.Step 4.2Remove the cabin filter.Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X3 (E83). AUTODOC experts recommend:To avoid damaging the cabin filter cover, do not remove it before removing the filtering element.
- Step 5Remove the rubber strip.
- Step 6Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
- Step 7Disconnect the wiring harness from the cabin filter housing.
- Step 8Unscrew the filter housing fastening bolts. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the cabin air filter housing.
- Step 10Clean the cabin filter housing and cover.Replacement: pollen filter – BMW X3 (E83). Tip from AUTODOC:Remove any debris from the cabin filter housing carefully to prevent contamination of the ventilation duct.Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
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