aFe Power 05-01016 User manual

advanced FLOW engineering
Instruction Manual P/N: 54-11478/-L/-R/-N/-GN/-GR
Make: BMW Model: 3-Series (E9X)/ M3 Year: 2006-2013 Engine: L6/V8

Label Qty. Description Part Number
A 1 Scoop Driver Side 05-01016 (Black)
05-01016L (Blue)
05-01016R (Red)
05-01016GN (Green)
05-01016N (Orange)
05-01016GR (Gray)
B 1 Scoop Passenger Side 05-01017 (Black)
05-01017L (Blue)
05-01017R (Red)
05-01017GN (Green)
05-01017N (Orange)
05-01017GR (Gray)
Warranty Information available at https://afepower.com/contact#warranty
Emissions Disclaimer:
This product is not currently CARB exempt and is not available for purchase in California or for use on
any vehicle registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Please read the entire instruction manual before proceeding.
• Ensure all components listed are present.
• If you are missing any of the components, call customer support at 951-493-7100.
• Ensure you have all necessary tools before proceeding.
• Do not attempt to work on your vehicle when the engine is hot.
• Disconnect the negative battery terminal before proceeding.
• Retain factory parts for future use.
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Label Qty. Description Part Number
A 1 Scoop Driver Side 05-01016 (Black)
05-01016L (Blue)
05-01016R (Red)
05-01016GN (Green)
05-01016N (Orange)
05-01016GR (Gray)
B 1 Scoop Passenger Side 05-01017 (Black)
05-01017L (Blue)
05-01017R (Red)
05-01017GN (Green)
05-01017N (Orange)
05-01017GR (Gray)
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A

Refer to Figure A for step 1
Step 1: Remove screws on ram air duct using T25 torx bit. (Save for later installation)
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REMOVAL
Figure A

Step 2: With flat head screw driver, carefully pry and push up plastic pin. Do so on both sides of ram air
duct. (Save pins for later installation)
Step 3: Remove air inlet duct.
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Refer to Figure B for step 2-3
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3
REMOVAL
Figure B

Refer to Figure C for steps 4
Step 4: The grills are held in place with push clips. To remove, reach in behind each grill and push
forward.
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REMOVAL
Figure C

Refer to Figure D for step 5-6
Step 5: Install 05-01016 driver side D.A.S. and 05-01017 passenger side D.A.S. Position scoop tab on
plastic support as shown in detail picture.
Step 6: For easier installation, the next step will require and assistant. Have person A hold the scoops in
position as shown. Then have person B re-install the cover and secure with plastic pins removed
in step 2. (Make sure pin clips are through hole on scoops, allowing to secure and hold in place).
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INSTALL
DETAIL
Figure D

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Refer to Figure E for step 7
Step 7: Re-install T25 screws removed at step 1.
Step 8: Re-install grills by lining up tabs and pushing them until they snap into place. Installation is now
complete. Thank you for choosing aFe Power!
INSTALL
Figure E

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