2000 Other BMW Models Air filter change. Circular type.

LEONARD WEBSTER

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2000 BMW
4 CYL
FWD
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33,000 MILES

How do I change a circular airfilter on my BMW 318i?

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 AT 12:43 PM

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BMW uses a rectangular air filter on their cars, unless it is an aftermarket type or you are referring to the oil filter. If it is an aftermarket type, just follow the manufacturers recommendations.

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Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 AT 10:56 PM

LEONARD WEBSTER

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Dear Dr Hagerty mine is the circular and is situated on the right hand side of the eng compartment.
You must be a Scot with a name like Hagerty?

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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 AT 3:06 AM

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Irish, not Scotch. Thanks just the same. Please send the last 7 characters of the vehicle identification number, it will allow me to access the database and send the correct information.

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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 AT 8:17 AM

LEONARD WEBSTER

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I could tell you are not a Scot as you spelt it Scotch.
Scotch is brewed in Scotland and Ireland as you know. Regards.

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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 AT 8:45 AM

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The 316 with the N42 motor never made it to the US market. Loosen the clamp at the throttle body, then pull the vacuum hose from the intake boot and after the mount screws are removed, out it comes. And then you can service/replace the air filter/silencer.