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This guide will show the user how to easily replace the air filter in their 2009 BMW.
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2009 328i X-drive BMW Air Filter Replacement
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iFixit Library 2009 328i X-drive BMW
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Repair step
- The air filter housing is located under the hood of the BMW.
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- Remove two bolts from the housing of the car using a 10mm socket bit and wrench.
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- Unscrew the screw on the air intake hose clamp using a flathead screwdriver.
- Unclip the mass air intake sensor from the housing using a flathead screwdriver and pushing up on the tab while also pulling out the sensor.
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- Take out the air filter housing on a flat surface.
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- Remove the old, yellow air filter pictured on the left using your hands and dispose of it into the garbage.
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- Insert new air filter into its housing and put the housing back into the car.