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Air filter replacement on BMW 3 Series E46

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Air filter

Raise the hood and observe the compartment on your right (facing the passenger compartment) located near the left front headlight: it is the casing containing the air filter. Open the two side metal latches and the two black latches that hold the compartment in place, with the help of a screwdriver. Nothing easier! Open the compartment lid by disconnecting it from the rear air duct and you will already be in front of the air filter. Clean the compartment with a compressed air gun, insert the new filter in the correct direction and close everything again. As you can see, you have nothing to unscrew and screw back on, which makes the operation particularly simple.

Posted on 8 January 2021 by ScegliAuto

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