Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Replacing Cabin Air Filter BMW 5 Series 520d

Model: BMW Serie 5 F11, F10 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Cabin air filter

See other generations:
Video tutorial

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


Related tutorials

Guide to Replacing the Fuel Filter on the BMW 5 Series 520D
Guide to Replacing the Fuel Filter on the BMW 5 Series 520D
BMW Serie 5 (2010-2017 / F11, F10) This guide provides instructions to remove and replace the fuel filter on the BMW 5 Series 520D. First, raise the vehicle to locate and access the fu…
How to Replace the Air Filter on a BMW E39 520D
How to Replace the Air Filter on a BMW E39 520D
BMW Serie 5 (1995-2003 / E39) Regularly replacing the air filter located inside your BMW 5 Series E39 is very important as it helps maintain the health and performance of the engi…
Removing the Thermostat from BMW 5 Series E60 520d-530d
Removing the Thermostat from BMW 5 Series E60 520d-530d
BMW Serie 5 (2003-2010 / E60, E61) In this video tutorial, you will learn how to remove and replace the thermostat on the BMW 5 Series E60, in the 520d or 530d version. First, open the…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Reset the Tyre Pressure Warning Light on the Jeep Renegade?

To reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Jeep Renegade, inflate the tyres until they reach the recommended pressure: this value is indicated on the sticker attached to the driver’s door pillar. Once the tyres are properly inflated, navigate through the menu that appears on the instrument cluster until you find the tyre pressure option. At this point, press and hold the OK button on the right side of the steering wheel to make the warning light disappear.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos