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Replacing Cabin Air Filter BMW 5 Series 520d

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years 2010-2017
Part: Cabin air filter

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to remove and replace the cabin air filter in a BMW 5 Series 520d. First, get inside the car and remove the plastic cover on the front passenger side. Then, access the fuse box and the air filter cover, which you will remove. At this point, pull out the old filter and replace it with the correct new one; make sure to insert it in the correct direction (usually indicated by arrows printed on the filter itself) and reassemble everything.

Updated on 23 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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