How To Replace a BMW F30 Engine Air Filter (BMW 3-Series F30 F31 320i 328i 330i xDrive & More)

[@Dicepit12]

That O2 sensor was tough and on mine I realized that the back clamps before the front makes aligning and clipping in easier. Great video though Thanks! Saved my $100 probably and 2 hours of waiting and driving!!!!

[@davidesperanzate7730]

Why on your website says the filter with black layer is for msport and the one without is for without msport, so which one is true and gives additional msport sound?

[@Simran1004]

As per this video he says the filter without the additional grey lining is M sports filter, but on their website (FCP Euro) they are selling that same filter saying that it is a standard filter for cars w/o M Sports package. 😕

[@bobross6677]

This is the most involved air filter change ive ever seen😂😂

[@philiplee7604]

For sure !... pity it wasn’t an old M54 engine, on that, the air filter can be changed in 30 seconds flat !!

[@NinjaTactiks]

It looks simpler on the F30 n55 engine.

[@thez828]

Lmao

[@TheBloodyMist]

Dealership tried to charge me $250! To replace it on my 540i. Thanks for this

[@fcpeuro]

You got this!

[@cxc511]

Thanks for the video. I'm probably overdue to replace both the air filter and cabin filter in my car. There was a service indicator for this on the E9x but not for the F3x!

[@IronT0Steel]

hey Nate, do you have a video for changing the cabin air filter ? Also, which cabin air filter do you recommend for the F31 wagon ? Thank you

[@seemedoit]

Really fantastic video. Complete, concise and well done. Thanks for sharing

[@afhostie]

If you find yourself fighting that rubber grommet on the left because it came out of the c-shaped bracket, remove the grommet from the air filter to get it back in the bracket first then slip the airbox back into the grommet.

[@shayanjamali9871]

My M Sport car had the Grey Mesh on the filter. In addition on FCP Euro’s site they confirm this, is this not the case?

[@randyl3453]

This was helpful. Unfortunately I broke the tip of a little intake connector that has a small hose line connected to it that feeds up into the engine somewhere. The connector is on the back of the air intake box about two inches from the sensor. What part is that and can just that be replaced? Not the whole box I hope.

[@marcosayon7529]

Same issue here went to multiple bmw parts stores and they couldn’t find the name of it so I just had to order another oem filter box, how did you go about it just curious

[@randyl3453]

@@marcosayon7529 Same here. Had to replace the whole box.

[@adnanhuremkic3566]

We need a Oil filter housing gasket diy for f30 please !

[@fcpeuro]

We are on it Adnan!

[@bryandiaz3108]

Can you provide torque spec for intake clamps

[@aaronb2531]

You identified the filters incorrectly. The filter on your right is for the M sport package.

[@ஓம்நமசிவாய-ட9வ]

Nate, you misspoke in the beginning regarding the parts. One with the carbon filter is for m-sports and the other regular one is for all base models.. FCP site also confirms this

[@philsipad]

What are you talking about I have a regular 328ix not M-Sport and the dealer installed airfilter is WITHOUT the gray additional filter layer.

[@Vanguardkl]

I just watched a video from Justin Buice and the airbox is in a completely different place. Both f30.. What's the difference?

[@TheFelt13]

This is the N20/N26 engine.

[@leratotshabalala7243]

I just watched your video now... Does F30 uses dry or oiled air filter?

[@TheFelt13]

@@leratotshabalala7243 factory is dry. Oiled is optional on aftermarket intakes. On some not all

[@pignapoke6772]

Will be changing mine in 09 328i. Mpg has been lowering and driving habits havent changed. Was last changed about 25k ago. I'm a newb so any tips on whether this is an appropriate action and filter choice is appreciated.

[@michaelgray2876]

I have the 2014 435i, 6 cylinder twin turbo. It's different from what you are showing. most is the same. Except It has another plug or wire besides the air sensor. Do you know more about mine.

[@kevincox3137]

Where is the air flow meter vs the mass air sensor? i don't recall seeing you disconnect it

[@henryqle4719]

While changing, I dropped one of the 3 clips that clips the hood cable to the airbox, and I can’t retrieve from the bottom of the car. Know anywhere I can order a replacement?

[@YiiSama]

Great video. Thank you for sharing!!1

[@pignapoke6772]

Can you recommend what filter to choose for my 2009 328i?

[@fcpeuro]

Neil, you can never go wrong with Mann!

[@pignapoke6772]

@@fcpeuro thanks. Will do.

[@paweladamczyk4043]

Thanks very much!

[@leo2546]

Good job !! Very helpful video

[@fcpeuro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rezakhalfan9187]

Where is oil pressure sensor for f30

[@KstmStudio]

Dealer says 250$, Amazon filter say 20$. 🙏

[@AVISIONMUSICTV]

For those talking about short cuts... Don't be lazy, you should clean the damn air box LOL or it defeats the whole purpose of installing a new filter, that initial gust of air into the intake will just blow all that debris and residue into your new filter LOL

[@fcpeuro]

100% could not agree with you more!

[@felicienalie3485]

Why not use the K&N air filter

[@mr.lugomlo5723]

Lovely!!! You saved me lots of money, thanks.

[@fcpeuro]

That's why we do it!

[@polloencubitos3482]

I lost a clip 😭😂 and a rubber, no problem because already wanna put an intake but i tested it out and no leaks, so maybe a zip tie until i get a clip

[@dwaynebolan2583]

More f30 content please I’m thinking about getting an 340i

[@thekillerking7393]

Wow asome

[@fcpeuro]

Stay tuned for the next month or two, we will have a lot coming out!

[@KJTB]

@@fcpeuro what is the exact model of the BMW you done this filter change on? curious...

[@tasadem20]

Thanks man!

[@fcpeuro]

Happy to help!

[@monroeveva]

Thank you.

[@bhn028]

Thank you!

[@fcpeuro]

Thank YOU!

[@biilyblast64]

Never ever ever ever....ever put a rag or any material for that matter to cover a pipe to an open system/engine. If you know you will be doing this maintenance soon then find a plastic or rubber plug possibly around the house OR measure the Diameter of the pipe opening and you can buy them online. Do the job correctly. Opening your intake and not doing it right could be the sole reason something detrimental happens to your engine.

[@peterhol3]

i was waiting for you to take out the airfilterbox itself ,in order the clean it it isen't hold-on by anything now ,................ but you didn't...........

[@Zaque-TV]

Lmao. A pick. Owie my fingies!

[@fcpeuro]

😬

[@FrenchValleyAirport]

That lower portion of the airbox that holds the filter isn't held on by anything, you literally could've just taken it out and washed it under the sink. Also, a screwdriver to undo the clips? Lmao.

[@nazarbarabash283]

Bmw does over engineering. One handle and you pull filter in hyundai -10 seconds to pull out and 10 seconds to put back.

[@TJKim-pj6jo]

That clip is 14 dollar in korea. Must be made with german technology

[@fcpeuro]

😓

[@cainephung481]

Too much extra bs