2019–2024 BMW 5 Series
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
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Quick answer: Replace Air Filter on a 2019–2024 BMW 5 Series is rated Easy and takes about 30–45 minutes. You'll need 4 tools for this job, and parts cost about $30. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Air Filter | 13717595356 | $30.00 |
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Follow these steps carefully
On the 2019–2024 540i (G30, B58 3.0L turbo), the air filter hides inside the factory airbox low on the passenger side of the engine bay. The lid is screwed down with T20 Torx screws — not a quick clip-box.
Remove the plastic trim panel over the passenger-side cowl with a panel pry tool. The strut tower brace runs over the airbox: its rear bolts are E14 Torx and the front bolts at the radiator support are 16mm.
I've learned: those braces are stamped L and R for a reason — swap them and the bolt holes won't line up the way they should. Set each one down on its own side of the car as it comes off.
Find the mass airflow sensor on the intake tube at the airbox and disconnect its harness — squeeze the latch, don't pull the wires. Don't touch the sensing element and keep the open tube covered.
With a T20 Torx bit and an extension, remove the screws around the airbox lid and lift it off. The factory box pulls up off its mounting grommets if you need more room. Lift out the old panel filter and note the filter's orientation.
Vacuum or wipe out the airbox. Set the new panel filter into the base so its seal sits evenly all the way around. Refit the lid and run the T20 screws back in, tightening evenly so the lid sits flat without warping.
Plug the MAF harness back in until the latch clicks. Reinstall or re-tighten the strut tower brace (rear E14, front 16mm — these are structural, so get them properly tight), then snap the cowl trim back on, confirming every clip is seated.
I've found that A MAF connector that isn't fully clicked is a limp-mode trip waiting to happen on the B58. Push until you feel the latch engage — then tug it to be sure.
Start the engine and let it idle, watching for warning lights. Listen for whistling around the airbox, which means a lid not seated or a screw missed. Take a short drive with varied throttle; it should pull smoothly with normal turbo sounds.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
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