DIY: Changing Recirculation Filter

Maverik259 · 09-19-2018, 09:35 AM

Ok this is a super easy one and I really just followed an E70 video online but found BmW actually made it easier on the F15. This replacement is part of the 30 or 35k mile service combine with oil and cabin charcoal filters which I'll post later.

Part you'll need I got from amazon. OEM Bmw. Amazon says it doesn't fit but the part number is correct for the F15 and well it does fit.

BMW 64-31-9-194-098 Microfilter, 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006YVE4CY..._p6LOBb1J6TYJ2

Maverik259 · 09-19-2018, 09:37 AM

1) filter is located in passenger footwell. No tools are needed.

2) remove three twist clips. Drop down panel and disconnect LED. Remove panel and put to side.

Maverik259 · 09-19-2018, 09:40 AM

4) The filter is held vertically by this flat plastic piece that just slides to the left and pops out. May need a little bit of manipulation to get out but it just comes out.

5) pull down filter and discard

6) insert new filter and not to ensure the "air flow" arrows point into the system which means pointing to the left or toward the driver side.

7) replace plastic holder by lining up two ends and slide to the right. You will notice clips that need to go up into the housing.

M302_imola · 09-19-2018, 11:27 AM

Nice! Notice any increase in air flow after replacement?

9mmkungfu · 09-19-2018, 11:51 AM

Thanks! Can you tell if the OEM filter is made by Corteco? Based on the pictures, it looks like it.

https://www.rmeuropean.com/Products/...098-MFG87.aspx

Local supplier that I can swing by and pick one of these up from.

Maverik259 · 09-19-2018, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 9mmkungfu

Thanks! Can you tell if the OEM filter is made by Corteco? Based on the pictures, it looks like it.

https://www.rmeuropean.com/Products/...098-MFG87.aspx

Local supplier that I can swing by and pick one of these up from.

Looks like it. Idk it's installed and the box is trash. End of the day it's a filter for recirculation nothing crazy so as long as it fits I'm sure you're good.

Maverik259 · 09-19-2018, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by M302_imola

Nice! Notice any increase in air flow after replacement?

Lol no it's just for recirculation only. My original was barely dirty after 36k miles. This is including even the charcoal filters. They didn't look that bad either.

alphaod · 09-20-2018, 02:23 AM

Mine still looks new. I never use recirculation function.

M302_imola · 09-20-2018, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Maverik259

Lol no it's just for recirculation only. My original was barely dirty after 36k miles. This is including even the charcoal filters. They didn't look that bad either.

lol I'm an idiot, I was thinking it was the same as cabin air filter.

Maverik259 · 09-20-2018, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M302_imola

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maverik259

Lol no it's just for recirculation only. My original was barely dirty after 36k miles. This is including even the charcoal filters. They didn't look that bad either.

lol I'm an idiot, I was thinking it was the same as cabin air filter.

Nope will post that DIY shortly.

Posted now.

DIY: Charcoal Cabin Filter Replacement https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1537290

Kzang · 07-30-2019, 10:35 AM

Subscribed for future DIY

alphaod · 07-30-2019, 12:49 PM

I got this one from Amazon back in December:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2FLD91/

It's not OEM, but has activated carbon which the factory ones don't. And it does have the foam. So far performance seems pretty good.

Kzang · 07-31-2019, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alphaod

I got this one from Amazon back in December:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2FLD91/

It's not OEM, but has activated carbon which the factory ones don't. And it does have the foam. So far performance seems pretty good.

Thanks Alpha!

Amsterdave · 07-31-2019, 09:07 AM

Thanks for the DIY! Ordered one, as I'm sure the dealer didn't replace it on any of the last few services! I did the other filters last week, but I don't even want to know how old this one is, I'm sure it gets overlooked quite often!

Maverik259 · 08-01-2019, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amsterdave

Thanks for the DIY! Ordered one, as I'm sure the dealer didn't replace it on any of the last few services! I did the other filters last week, but I don't even want to know how old this one is, I'm sure it gets overlooked quite often!

It's not a yearly service if you look at the manual if I recall. I think it's 40k mike service.

Silververtu · 08-02-2019, 05:23 AM

The charcoal filter from amazon came yesterday and it's very very built compared to the paper thin OEM filter. However, my cabin filter looks like new when I took it out. I think the dealer changed the cabin filter during the oil change even though I declined it as they tried to charge me $250 for that.

Kzang · 08-02-2019, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silververtu

The charcoal filter from amazon came yesterday and it's very very built compared to the paper thin OEM filter. However, my cabin filter looks like new when I took it out. I think the dealer changed the cabin filter during the oil change even though I declined it as they tried to charge me $250 for that.

I doubt that. It just probably doesn't need changing yet.

Silververtu · 08-02-2019, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kzang

I doubt that. It just probably doesn't need changing yet.

I changed it anyhow. Too lazy to return the filter. I saved the OEM filter though.

notchy · 12-11-2020, 05:47 PM

Thank you so much for the info. This assisted me in changing my 1st internal filter on my 2017 X5 xDrive 35D

Maverik259 · 12-12-2020, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by notchy

Thank you so much for the info. This assisted me in changing my 1st internal filter on my 2017 X5 xDrive 35D

Glad it helped

Solidsnake84 · 03-10-2024, 02:46 PM

Hey new to bmw. Got x5 took the old filter out and for some reason the arrow is pointing towards the passenger side and not drive side. Just wanted to confirm the air flow arrow should point towards the drive side? Thanks in advance

Maverik259 · 03-11-2024, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Solidsnake84

Hey new to bmw. Got x5 took the old filter out and for some reason the arrow is pointing towards the passenger side and not drive side. Just wanted to confirm the air flow arrow should point towards the drive side? Thanks in advance

Based on point 6) yes it needs to point toward the driver side as that’s where the fan is. Need to filter the air before it gets to the fan.

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Maverik259 Major General 4140 Rep 7,160 Posts Drives: F90 M5 / F15 50i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2020 BMW M5 [10.00] 2014 X5 50i [0.00]	1) filter is located in passenger footwell. No tools are needed. 2) remove three twist clips. Drop down panel and disconnect LED. Remove panel and put to side. Attached Images __________________ '07 Yamaha R1 (sold) '06 C55 AMG (sold) ‘?20 M5, MP Carbon Pro Spoiler, MP Carbon Diffuser, MP Black grille and gills, MP Carbon Mirrors, CF side sills, 789M w/ Ti studs, eventuri, Dinan X pipe '14 X5 50i (wife’s now)
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Maverik259 Major General 4140 Rep 7,160 Posts Drives: F90 M5 / F15 50i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2020 BMW M5 [10.00] 2014 X5 50i [0.00]	4) The filter is held vertically by this flat plastic piece that just slides to the left and pops out. May need a little bit of manipulation to get out but it just comes out. 5) pull down filter and discard 6) insert new filter and not to ensure the "air flow" arrows point into the system which means pointing to the left or toward the driver side. 7) replace plastic holder by lining up two ends and slide to the right. You will notice clips that need to go up into the housing. Attached Images __________________ '07 Yamaha R1 (sold) '06 C55 AMG (sold) ‘?20 M5, MP Carbon Pro Spoiler, MP Carbon Diffuser, MP Black grille and gills, MP Carbon Mirrors, CF side sills, 789M w/ Ti studs, eventuri, Dinan X pipe '14 X5 50i (wife’s now)
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DIY: Changing Recirculation Filter

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