BMW Air Filters for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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Lackluster performance from a high-performance machine can only mean one thing: poor maintenance. Keep your car at peak operating levels by doing simple things like replacing your air filter. Stock BMW air filters are made from pleated paper. In some cases you can simply remove it from the car and give it a good shake or brush with a very soft bristle brush. But for heavily soiled filters a replacement is the only option. A lot of fresh air is crucial for your BMW's engine to make power. Don't let the filter be the weak link. We only offer OEM quality brands for air filters. Check the Intake category for Performance Air Intakes & Drop In Performance Air Filters
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T#:11660861
Part#: 003313TMS04-01
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Our Performance CSL Air Filters start with a multi-layer oiled cotton construction that contains millions of smaller fibers to provide superior filtration and performance over the OEM filter. Precisely manufactured for a secure fitment to ensure all the air entering your motor is properly filtered. With the CSL E46 only being offered in Europe, the OEM air filters are produced in much lower quantities making them harder to obtain and drive up the price. Turners solution is a price effective solution that offers premium filtration with increased flow, extended service interval and lifespan.

Having a clean air filter ensures your engine is running at its best efficiency! Proper air flow will help your engine breathe, get the best fuel economy and allow full power throughout the power band. Get the most out of your CSL intake with a new Oiled High Flow Air Filter. These filters can be cleaned, oiled and reused for an extended service life.

Oiled versus Dry Filters:

Although both options will keep the air to your engine clean and improve airflow, there are a few differences to consider when choosing the best filter for you. Oiled filters allow better airflow than dry filters, however they require more maintenance. Oiled filters will likely get dirty faster, needing to be cleaned more regularly. When cleaning an oiled filter, it is necessary to oil them with filter oil afterwards.
Dry filters offer slightly lower airflow but are easier to maintain while still out performing the OE paper filter. Dry filters can be washed with warm soapy water. There is no oiling necessary afterwards.
Both dry and oiled filters flow better than stock and can be reused.
Product Features:

Direct Replacement for OEM filter
Increased air flow
Lower cost
Serviceable
Readily available
How to service an oiled air filter:

Take out your High Flow Filter
Gently tap your air filter on a smooth surface
Wash with warm soapy water a a soft bristled brush
Rinse with low pressure water
Let the filter air dry
Apply new filter oil
Ready to reinstall for a fresh drive!

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T#:11660860
Part#: 003313TMS04-02
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Our Performance CSL Air Filters start with a multi-layer synthetic dry cotton construction that contains millions of smaller fibers to provide superior filtration and performance over the OEM filter. Precisely manufactured for a secure fitment to ensure all the air entering your motor is properly filtered. With the CSL E46 only being offered in Europe, the OEM air filters are produced in much lower quantities making them harder to obtain and drive up the price. Turners solution is a price effective solution that offers premium filtration with increased flow, extended service interval and lifespan.

Having a clean air filter ensures your engine is running at its best efficiency! Proper air flow will help your engine breathe, get the best fuel economy and allow full power throughout the power band. Get the most out of your CSL intake with a new Synthetic High Flow Air Filter. These filters can be cleaned and reused for an extended service life.

Oiled versus Dry Filters:

Although both options will keep the air to your engine clean and improve airflow, there are a few differences to consider when choosing the best filter for you. Oiled filters allow better airflow than dry filters, however they require more maintenance. Oiled filters will likely get dirty faster, needing to be cleaned more regularly. When cleaning an oiled filter, it is necessary to oil them with filter oil afterwards.
Dry filters offer slightly lower airflow but are easier to maintain while still out performing the OE paper filter. Dry filters can be washed with warm soapy water. There is no oiling necessary afterwards.
Both dry and oiled filters flow better than stock and can be reused.
Product Features:

Direct Replacement for OEM filter
Increased air flow
Lower cost
Serviceable
Readily available
How to service an oiled air filter:

Take out your High Flow Filter
Gently tap your air filter on a smooth surface
Wash with warm soapy water a a soft bristled brush
Rinse with low pressure water
Let the filter air dry
Ready to reinstall for a fresh drive!

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T#:7797568
Part#: 012054LA08-DRY
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Enhance your BMW's performance with the Turner Motorsport Exact-Fit High Flow Dry Air Filter, replacing the factory air filter for optimal airflow. This reusable filter offers a higher flow than stock paper filters, instantly improving engine power and fuel economy across the power band. As a direct replacement for the OEM filter, it's a hassle-free performance modification that shows immediate results. Choose between oiled and dry filters based on your preference and maintenance preferences, with both options outperforming OE paper filters. The dry filter, in particular, requires minimal maintenance, making it a cost-effective and efficient choice.

  • Enhances engine performance and fuel economy
  • Higher flow than OEM paper filters
  • Reusable and washable for long-term use
  • Direct replacement for the OEM filter
  • Choose between oiled and dry filters based on maintenance preference
  • Dry filter requires minimal maintenance and no oiling
  • Cleaning needed only every 50,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions
  • Cost-effective alternative to regularly replacing paper filters

Be sure to check out the full line of filter cleaning supplies Turner Motorsport has to offer!

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T#:5082404
Part#: 012054LA10-DRY
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Upgrade your BMW's air filtration system with the Turner Motorsport Exact-Fit High Flow Dry Air Filter. This direct replacement for your factory air filter offers superior airflow, allowing your engine to breathe better and enhancing both power and fuel economy. Enjoy immediate performance gains with this reusable filter, which outperforms stock paper filters and requires minimal maintenance.

Key Benefits:

  • Improves engine breathing for better performance
  • Enhances power throughout the power band
  • Increases fuel economy
  • Reusable filter for long-term savings
  • Easy installation as a direct OEM replacement

Oiled versus Dry Filters:

Although both options will keep the air to your engine clean and improve airflow, there are a few differences to consider when choosing the best filter for you. Oiled filters do allow slightly better airflow than dry filters, however they require more maintenance. Oiled filters will likely get dirty faster, needing to be cleaned more regularly. When cleaning an oiled filter, it is necessary to oil them with filter oil afterwards. This filter will save you money by no longer needing to replace a paper filter.

Dry filters offer slightly lower airflow but are easier to maintain while still outperforming the OE paper filter. Dry filters can be washed with warm soapy water. There is no oiling necessary afterwards.

Both dry and oiled filters flow better than stock and can be reused.

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T#:5082383
Part#: 012054LA08-OIL
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T#:1943
Part#: 55-10460
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Bring your aFe filter back to life with a Restore kit from aFe. Included is filter cleaner & replacement oil. These air filter oils is designed to not harm MAF sensors, while allowing the filter to catch as much debris as possible.

Used for Pro 5 R filters

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T#:2656
Part#: 31-10015
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Since 1999, aFe (Advanced FLOW Engineering) has been developing and manufacturing high quality accessories in their facility in Corona, California. Starting with air filters and intake systems, and now expanding into exhaust systems, suspension components, tuning modules, and more, aFe products are a great way to improve the performance of your BMW without altering its fundamental character. Owned by a BMW enthusiast, aFe power is recognized the world over as a leader in quality performance products for your BMW.

This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E36 3 series: 323i 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3 1992-1998
E46 3 series: 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3 1999-2005
E39 5 series : 525i 528i 530i 1997-2003
E85 X3 : X3 2.5i X3 3.0i 2004-2006
Z3 : Z3 2.3 2.5 2.8 3.0 1997-2002
E85 Z4 : Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i M54 engine 2004-2006

This version has an oil-free filter media for less maintenance. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend the standard aFe "Pro5R " filter (which has a blue pre-oiled filter media), but this oil-free filter flows only slightly less than the blue Pro5R style aFe filter, and requires no re-oiling after cleaning the filter.

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T#:1708
Part#: 30-10015
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This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This version uses aFe's highest flowing filter media, which uses a lightly oil gauze to filter out dirt and particulates, while allowing more air to flow to the intake. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend this standard aFe filter media (often called "Pro5R ", which has a blue pre-oiled filter media). We also carry this filter in the "ProDry" grey filter media, which is oil-free for only slightly less performance and no maintenance.

Fits the following BMWs:
E36 323i 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3 1992-1998
E46 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3 1999-2005
E39 525i 528i 530i 1997-2003
E83 X3 2.5i X3 3.0i 2004-2006
Z3 2.3 2.5 2.8 3.0 1997-2002
E85 Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i M54 engine 2004-2006

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T#:402449
Part#: S54-INT-S1KT
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T#:398076
Part#: D401-0440
Ships on Sep 24, 2026
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Replacement filter for your high flow intake system.

For over 35 years, Dinan has been America's premier tuning company, pioneering advancements in BMW modification while retaining a focus on balanced performance that preserves the original character and driving feel that a BMW offers. When you install a Dinan part on your car, know that it's not only carefully developed and tested, but that Dinan stands behind it with a four year, 50,000-mile warranty. Dinan believes so fully in their “total package” approach that once your car has been fitted with enough of their parts, they celebrate your conversion from stock to Dinan with an exclusive trunk badge, displayed proudly by BMW enthusiasts everywhere. Each sway bar is worth 1 point towards your Dinan badge.

 

Fits the following BMW's:2001-2006 E46 BMW M3

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