13 72 001 Replacing air cleaner element (M54)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release lock of cassette (1) on intake filter housing.

Fig 1: Releasing Lock Of Cassette On Intake Filter Housing

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Lift out cassette (1) with air cleaner.

Remove air cleaner element from cassette.

Fig 2: Removing Air Cleaner Element From Cassette

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Installation:

Clean intake filter housing from inside.

Install new air cleaner insert.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Unfasten hose clip (2).

Open locks (3).

Remove upper section of intake filter housing (4) towards top right.

Fig 1: Removing Upper Section Of Intake Filter Housing

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Installation:

Make sure lugs (1) are correctly locked in opening slots (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Opening Slots

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Remove air cleaner element from intake filter housing.

Fig 3: Removing Air Cleaner Element From Intake Filter Housing

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Installation:

Clean intake filter housing from inside.

Install new air cleaner element.