Change Car Air Filter BMW 6-Series
Change Car Air Filter
| Estimated time | 0h30–0h45 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~50–75£ |
| Difficulty | Very easy |
| Renew both air filters | 0h45 |
| Renew the air filter | 0h30 |
What is the role of the BMW 6-Series air filter?
All the oxygen the engine needs passes through the air filter. Dust is abrasive and can cause premature engine wear. A clogged filter also causes increased fuel consumption and reduced performance.
When should you change the BMW 6-Series air filter?
Generally replace every 20,000–40,000 km or every 1–2 years. In dusty environments or for frequent off-road use, replace more frequently.
Is it difficult to change the BMW 6-Series air filter?
Difficulty level 1/5: very easy. The air filter is normally very accessible. The whole operation takes 5–10 minutes and requires no tools in most cases.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-Series 2003-2011 | 2003-2011 | 630i Petrol (N53B30A), 630i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N52B30A), 635d Diesel (M57D30), 645i Petrol (N62B44A), 650i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (N62B48B), M6 Petrol (S85B50A) | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| 6-Series 2011-2018 | 2011-2018 | 640d, -xDrive Diesel (N57D30B), 640i, -xDrive Petrol (N55B30A), 650i, -xDrive Petrol (N63B44A), 650i, -xDrive Petrol (N63B44B), M6 Competition Petrol (S63B44B), M6 Petrol (S63B44B), M6 Petrol (S63B44B) | Diesel, Petrol |