K&N Hi-Flo Filter step-by-step
10-04-2005, 06:22 AM
#1
Senior Members
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 890
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hi Guys
Just finished replacement the stock air filter with a K&N high flow. You may already know how it's done but what the heck, here are the step by step photos:
1. Unlock 3 clasps (red arrows), there are two alignment hinges (blue arrows) that are a bitch to get back into place when closing up the air box.
2. Loosen screw (red arrow) just a bit. According to another document Im suppose to also unplug the socket (blue arrow) but I didn't and it worked ok.
3. Lift up air box top cover (towards wind shield) and stock filter exposed
4. Pull out the stock and replace with whatever your dream desires
5. Close up air box top cover, remember the two alignment hinges have to be snuggly tucked in. Close the 3 clasps. Tighten the screw mentioned in "2".
6. Well, you're done.....sweaty but done (I hope
)
PS Do let me know if I've made any mistake that you might think of, it's my first time doing this
Enjoy
Just finished replacement the stock air filter with a K&N high flow. You may already know how it's done but what the heck, here are the step by step photos:
1. Unlock 3 clasps (red arrows), there are two alignment hinges (blue arrows) that are a bitch to get back into place when closing up the air box.
2. Loosen screw (red arrow) just a bit. According to another document Im suppose to also unplug the socket (blue arrow) but I didn't and it worked ok.
3. Lift up air box top cover (towards wind shield) and stock filter exposed
4. Pull out the stock and replace with whatever your dream desires
5. Close up air box top cover, remember the two alignment hinges have to be snuggly tucked in. Close the 3 clasps. Tighten the screw mentioned in "2".
6. Well, you're done.....sweaty but done (I hope
)PS Do let me know if I've made any mistake that you might think of, it's my first time doing this
Enjoy
10-04-2005, 07:10 AM
#5
Contributors
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Netherlands
Posts: 3,374
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: [i][b][u]Since 19 august 2004[/u][/b][/i]: [color=red][b]530i[/b] High Executive[/color], Silvergray with beige interior, Popular wood, Servotronic, Sportssuspension, electric foldable and dimmed mirrors, dimmed interior mirror, pappelmaser braun wood, cupholders, styling 123 18" wheels, Logic 7, Steptronic, alarm class 3, electric sunscreen in the rear and suncreens for sidewindows, Comfort seats, heated seats, Xenon with headlightwashers, Adaptive corner lights ALC, Advanced airconditioning, lightpackage, Nav Pro, 6 cd changer, side airbags rearseats, bluetooth siemens S55, chrome kidneys, gearlever with wood, voice recognition retrofit, front windshield with green band.
Waiting for trunkopener button from Hobi :)
Good info!!!
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!
10-04-2005, 09:13 AM
#6
Senior Members
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Los Angeles, USA
Posts: 684
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: MY05 545i Jet Black with Auburn interior. SMG, Logic7, Sport Package, Comfort Seats, Navigation.
I think everyone would like to know, does it help performance wise?
Their 24 HP claim (E46) sounds very tempting.
Their 24 HP claim (E46) sounds very tempting.
10-04-2005, 09:19 AM
#7
Senior Members
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 890
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'll let u guys know tomorrow when I take the car out. Tonight I only drove within the parking lot (didn't hv my license with me) and couldn't really tell
10-04-2005, 10:32 AM
#8
Contributors
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 3,585
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by 530E60NL' date='Oct 4 2005, 11:10 PM
Good info!!!
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!??
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!?
? [snapback]179162[/snapback]
10-04-2005, 10:43 AM
#9
Contributors
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Quincy, MA, USA
Posts: 1,103
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: E60 530i
Model Year: 2004
Engine: M54
Originally Posted by AC_S5' date='Oct 4 2005, 01:32 PM
[quote name='530E60NL' date='Oct 4 2005, 11:10 PM']Good info!!!
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!??
Btw those are the nicest "work-gloves" I have ever seen!!?
? [snapback]179162[/snapback]
[snapback]179271[/snapback]
[/quote]No, that was the working (or workman) gloves used everywhere in Hong Kong. Nothing to do with winter. Actually, Hong Kong winter is quite cold due to the moisture (humidity) in the air.
Thanks,
10-04-2005, 10:57 AM
#10
Senior Members
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 296
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My Ride: 535d (4/05) M Sport, Carbon black, Black dakota leather, Sport seats, Xenon, Navi prof, Hi-fi pack, AS, BT, PDC, Sunroof
guys, would a K&N replacement filter make a difference to the performance of a diesel car? had a WRX before and it certainly worked there but this is my first diesel and I havent heard of people putting performance air filters to diesel cars, so? pls help