2024 Macan T Air Filter DIY?
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2024 Macan T Air Filter DIY?
Hi guys, I was going to replace OEM filter to BMC today. I searched and saw a few videos and thought it was super easy removing 4 x T25s and sliding out the inner panel.
But after removing 4x Torxs, I realized inner panel is not removable and it's attached with intake pipes. And there are 2 other screws which iI can't remove (some sort of locking mechanism?)
Can anyone help me how to remove air filter on base engine please?
But after removing 4x Torxs, I realized inner panel is not removable and it's attached with intake pipes. And there are 2 other screws which iI can't remove (some sort of locking mechanism?)
Can anyone help me how to remove air filter on base engine please?
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I may found DIY how to remove the air pipe from Flat 6's site.
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/14...0_Macan.pdf?14
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/14...0_Macan.pdf?14
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I think you found the right site. All you need are a T25 and T30 drivers. A rachet is way overkill. The long "bolts" are keyed at the hidden end, just takes a quarter (or half?) turn and then some needle nose pliers to pull out. No force needed at that point. The tricky and marginally force-required part is when you separate the sliding side of the box from the intake hose. Once you figure it out, it is easily repeatable.
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I think you found the right site. All you need are a T25 and T30 drivers. A rachet is way overkill. The long "bolts" are keyed at the hidden end, just takes a quarter (or half?) turn and then some needle nose pliers to pull out. No force needed at that point. The tricky and marginally force-required part is when you separate the sliding side of the box from the intake hose. Once you figure it out, it is easily repeatable.
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Glad I could help. By the way, I agree that there is no real gain (per several forum postings) by changing the filter or housing, maybe a little bit of noise. Not sure about the warranty, but you could always ask the dealership. I changed my own filter with a direct replacement from the dealer for around $58. Whatever, good luck!
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BMC Air filter is for 100 dollar sound improvement on T. Not expecting any gain really. And unless it's full intake, I dont see any warranty conflict. =)
