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      10-19-2019, 10:10 AM   #1
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Lightbulb Cabin air filter. Here is how you change it. (DIY) Also access to internal fuse box.

G05 X5 Cabin air filter access:
I took some time around our ventilation system to see where the cabin air filters were and how to change them. First, the new G05 does not have a exterior pollen filter in front of the windshield under the hood.
What we have is two charcoal panel filters located under the front passenger foot well. This is where the blower motor is located, cabin air filter box, and the fuse box.

To access these items you must remove the plastic panel in the front passengers foot well. It is located around the lower airbag unit. The panel has the foot well light attached to it. There are two thumbs screws that you turn 90°. Pull the panel slightly down in the front and pull it toward you as the rear has guide hooks it will release from.
Unhook the plug to the footwell light and pull off the wire ring plug holding it to the panel. Now the panel is free and remove it from the car. Before doing this lay at towel down across your door sills to avoid scratching the aluminum. You are going to be half laying inside and out on top of them

This is the back of the footwell panel. Note the heavy sound insulation BMW uses in the G05.






You can now see the fuse box, fan blower motor and cabin filter housing.

Unscrew the two torx bolts from the panel lid. Once removed, pull the white rubber drain tube off the panel lid.



At this point the two panel filters probably fell from their housing. Note the direction they came out as the filters are airflow specific.



Inspect and clean or just replace the two panel filters. You can use a soft brush and vacuum the pleats if they are not too dirty. Mine were really clean after 2500 miles. I gave them a quick vacuuming and sprayed both sides with lysol to kill any germs or odors.







Reverse the process to reinstall. Remember to reconnect the white rubber drain tube. It’s pretty ease to replace the cabin air filters and I see this being done more often since we don’t have a pollen filter under the hood.

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      10-19-2019, 10:34 AM   #2
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G05 X5 Cabin air filter access:
I took some time around our ventilation system to see where the cabin air filters were and how to change them. First, the new G05 does not have a exterior pollen filter in front of the windshield under the hood.
What we have is two charcoal panel filters located under the front passenger foot well. This is where the blower motor is located, cabin air filter box, and the fuse box.
MystroX5,
Thanks for taking the time to take the pix and post the procedure! You mentioned the white water drain tube? Where is it taking the water from and where is it draining it to? Can you tell?
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MystroX5,
Thanks for taking the time to take the pix and post the procedure! You mentioned the white water drain tube? Where is it taking the water from and where is it draining it to? Can you tell?
I wondered the same thing because it is only 8” long going into the center console area from the panel lid. I believe water intrusion from the outside would have to come in through the air intakes below the passenger side of the windshield. That would be tough and the fan would have to be on to suck it in. Perhaps it’s for condensation? I would love to know this myself. It’s tight up there and I felt my hand along the white tube to where it connects in the center console area. Who knows how much stuff is behind the center console and what it all does?

If you look behind the battery under the hood on the passenger side below the windshield, you will see the air intake for the ventilation. Turn on the fan and you can hear where it draws air into the cabin. This is where I thought a pollen filter would be but there isn’t one.

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I wondered the same thing because it is only 8” long going into the center console area from the panel lid. I believe water intrusion from the outside would have to come in through the air intakes below the passenger side of the windshield. That would be tough and the fan would have to be on to suck it in. Perhaps it’s for condensation? I would love to know this myself.

If you look behind the battery under the hood on the passenger side below the windshield, you will see the air intake for the ventilation. Turn on the fan and you can hear where it draws air into the cabin. This is where I thought a pollen filter would be but there isn’t one.
Ok, so possibly its a condensate line. Moisture trapped in the air filter box that later condenses needs a place to go. Is that white tube, when connected, in a gravity fed downward position from the filter box to the center console? If so, maybe the water then just drips out of the car onto the tranny or along side it. Whatcha think?

By the way, do you know a used car dealer by the name of Euro Imports in Lock Haven? Trustworthy?
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Ok, so possibly its a condensate line. Moisture trapped in the air filter box that later condenses needs a place to go. Is that white tube, when connected, in a gravity fed downward position from the filter box to the center console? If so, maybe the water then just drips out of the car onto the tranny or along side it. Whatcha think?

By the way, do you know a used car dealer by the name of Euro Imports in Lock Haven? Trustworthy?
I believe there is a slight pitch to the rubber hose but can’t remember which way. If you just drop the footwell panel you can see/feel it for yourself. It’s quick enough to do. I was distracted on just getting the job done and should have paid closer attention to which way that tube was running.

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I believe there is a slight pitch to the rubber hose but can’t remember which way. If you just drop the footwell panel you can see/feel it for yourself. It’s quick enough to do. I was distracted on just getting the job done and should have paid closer attention to which way that tube was running.

PM me on the last question.
Actually I was just curious as to that drain tube since a few members have had water in their footwell. I can't check mine, I don't have a G05, I'm still sitting on the sideline
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Actually I was just curious as to that drain tube since a few members have had water in their footwell. I can't check mine, I don't have a G05, I'm still sitting on the sideline
I looked for any moisture.
I felt all around the white tube when it was off and the lid was never damp. The rubber tube was also perfectly dry. It could be just a safeguard.
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I've done this procedure on my 2019 X5. Be careful to place the two pairs of tabs correctly on the rear of the filter cover lid. They are easy to break (ask me how I know). A replacement lid is $28 with BMWCCA discount (ask me how I know).
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I've done this procedure on my 2019 X5. Be careful to place the two pairs of tabs correctly on the rear of the filter cover lid. They are easy to break (ask me how I know). A replacement lid is $28 with BMWCCA discount (ask me how I know).
Do you mean the two sets of tabs on the lid in the rear as seen in this pic?

FYI. The white on the lid is a rubber gasket for those that want to know. BMW is very serious with keeping then filter lid air tight.


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Do you mean the two sets of tabs on the lid in the rear as seen in this pic?
Yep - exactly. It was difficult to get the tabs at the correct angle, as the floor liner/insulation interfered with getting the correct angle to re-engage the tabs.
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Yep - exactly. It was difficult to get the tabs at the correct angle, as the floor liner/insulation interfered with getting the correct angle to re-engage the tabs.
Oh yea, floor liners would make it brutal. Surprised you didn’t take them out to do this job. It is tight in that foot well.
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I've done this procedure on my 2019 X5. Be careful to place the two pairs of tabs correctly on the rear of the filter cover lid. They are easy to break (ask me how I know). A replacement lid is $28 with BMWCCA discount (ask me how I know).

Hey Lumpydog

Do you remember how did to put filters back in ,I mean the AIR Flow , I took mine out,,and forgot to take a photo. There is no AIR Flow indicator on the housing at all, it looks like BMW doesn't want us to change this simple and important part ourselves.

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I've done this procedure on my 2019 X5. Be careful to place the two pairs of tabs correctly on the rear of the filter cover lid. They are easy to break (ask me how I know). A replacement lid is $28 with BMWCCA discount (ask me how I know).
Lumpydog,

What is the current BMWCCA discount for parts? I don't see it listed on their website. I am interested in a few OEM accessories. I thought it was around 10-15%. Strange they don't list it.

Thanks.
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Excellent. Thanks.

Your post should be a sticky.
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Excellent. Thanks.

Your post should be a sticky.
Thanks, I imagine this will be a high priority mod this summer.
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Thanks, I imagine this will be a high priority mod this summer.
We've had my wife's G05 12 months now. I will change filters before summer. I've marked your post and I will use it to make the change. Thanks again for taking the time.

When they moved the filters from the engine bay to under the glove box, its tougher to replace filters. My F30 filters are in the same location. The first time I change that filter it took an hour of frustration. Then, I watched a video. Now I think I can change that filter in 5 minutes.

Armed with good info like you posted, there is no reason to pay to have this done.
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Lumpydog,

What is the current BMWCCA discount for parts? I don't see it listed on their website. I am interested in a few OEM accessories. I thought it was around 10-15%. Strange they don't list it.

Thanks.
I’m not Lumpydog...but I do know the BMW CCA (car club of America) discount varies by dealerships. Each BMW dealership can set their own discount amount...some dealerships may not even give a discount. This is why a specific amount is not listed on their website. You’ll need to ask the dealership you’re purchasing items from what their BMW CCA discount amount is.
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We've had my wife's G05 12 months now. I will change filters before summer. I've marked your post and I will use it to make the change. Thanks again for taking the time.

When they moved the filters from the engine bay to under the glove box, its tougher to replace filters. My F30 filters are in the same location. The first time I change that filter it took an hour of frustration. Then, I watched a video. Now I think I can change that filter in 5 minutes.

Armed with good info like you posted, there is no reason to pay to have this done.

You are right. I have replace these in both locations and much prefer doing it under the hood. I highly recommend laying down a few large bath towels over your door sills as it’s hard on your back and if you are over 6’, it’s very tight in the footwell. . Once you know what to do, this is really a 15 minute job the next time you do it.
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You are right. I have replace these in both locations and much prefer doing it under the hood. I highly recommend laying down a few large bath towels over your door sills as it’s hard on your back and if you are over 6’, it’s very tight in the footwell.
Exactly. I used a couple of thick throw rugs. That did the trick. Otherwise its painful.
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I’m not Lumpydog...but I do know the BMW CCA (car club of America) discount varies by dealerships. Each BMW dealership can set their own discount amount...some dealerships may not even give a discount. This is why a specific amount is not listed on their website. You’ll need to ask the dealership you’re purchasing items from what their BMW CCA discount amount is.
Qsilver7, Appreciate the info, will ask at the dealership.
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Lumpydog,

What is the current BMWCCA discount for parts? I don't see it listed on their website. I am interested in a few OEM accessories. I thought it was around 10-15%. Strange they don't list it.

Thanks.
I've seen it be 15-25% call ahead to your dealer!
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