The aFe 31-10289-MA replaces the original airbox filter in the specified applications with oil-free synthetic media. The exact current manufacturer identifies a pair of two oil-free, three-layer synthetic elements with 35 mm deep pleats for C63 AMG C205/A205 2015–2021 and G550 W463 2016–2018 with 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engines. The 35 mm figure describes pleat depth, not certified overall filter height. Exact dry-media retailer tables independently include C63 AMG S and E63 AMG S 2018–2019 4.0L applications, while some retailer C63 S ranges begin in 2016 rather than the retained 2015 row. G550 retailer scope continues to 2019 despite the current primary ending in 2018. Original individual rows are preserved with those chassis/year source holds; the manufacturer C205/A205 title is not treated as every sedan or redesigned G-Class housing approval. Wider GLC63 and G550 4x4 retailer entries are recorded but are not newly mapped without full exact housing and bounded-year reconciliation.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| C63 AMG C205/A205 | Current primary 2015–2021 4.0L twin-turbo; original 2016–2019 row retained |
| C63 AMG S | Original 2015–2019 row; exact retailer starting-year disagreement remains qualified |
| E63 AMG S | Original 2018–2019 4Matic row; exact dry-media retailer engine detail, not current primary headline certification |
| G550 W463 | Manufacturer 2016–2018 versus original/retailer through 2019; housing transition remains qualified |
| Quantity | Two elements in this pair; not one element and not a complete intake system |
31-10289-MA: verify the exact engine, original element and housing. Model or trim names alone do not establish all-engine interchangeability.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 31-10289-MA |
| Media | Pro DRY S; oil-free synthetic media |
| Configuration | Two OE-replacement air-filter elements; original housing retained |
| Pleat description | 35 mm deep rounded pleats; not an overall element-height specification |
| Frame / seal | Polyurethane perimeter frame; progressive bump seal |
| Service | Washable oil-free synthetic media. Use the specified aFe POWER CLEANER, rinse appropriately and dry fully; do not apply air-filter oil. The current exact manufacturer specifies three layers of oil-free synthetic media. |
| Flow statement | No numerical flow-gain figure is published on the exact dry-media manufacturer page. The oiled sibling’s flow claim is not transferred. Older exact retailer two-layer copy conflicts with the current three-layer primary and does not certify the boxed revision. |
| Emissions | Exact manufacturer page states this filter does not require a CARB EO number; other modifications are not certified by that statement |
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Two Pro DRY S OE-replacement air-filter elements for the verified housing and engine application described here; this is not a complete intake system.
Which application should I verify?The exact current manufacturer identifies a pair of two oil-free, three-layer synthetic elements with 35 mm deep pleats for C63 AMG C205/A205 2015–2021 and G550 W463 2016–2018 with 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engines. The 35 mm figure describes pleat depth, not certified overall filter height. Exact dry-media retailer tables independently include C63 AMG S and E63 AMG S 2018–2019 4.0L applications, while some retailer C63 S ranges begin in 2016 rather than the retained 2015 row. G550 retailer scope continues to 2019 despite the current primary ending in 2018. Original individual rows are preserved with those chassis/year source holds; the manufacturer C205/A205 title is not treated as every sedan or redesigned G-Class housing approval. Wider GLC63 and G550 4x4 retailer entries are recorded but are not newly mapped without full exact housing and bounded-year reconciliation.
Is the Pro DRY S media oiled?Washable oil-free synthetic media. Use the specified aFe POWER CLEANER, rinse appropriately and dry fully; do not apply air-filter oil. The current exact manufacturer specifies three layers of oil-free synthetic media.
Does the flow percentage guarantee more engine power?No numerical flow-gain figure is published on the exact dry-media manufacturer page. The oiled sibling’s flow claim is not transferred. Older exact retailer two-layer copy conflicts with the current three-layer primary and does not certify the boxed revision.
How does this filter seal?Its progressive bump seal and full polyurethane perimeter frame conform to the original housing. The manufacturer says separate filter gaskets or sealants are not required; the existing housing must still close and secure correctly.
Are a hose coupler and cleaning kit supplied?The exact listing identifies an OE-replacement filter. A generic Coupler Included field does not establish a separate hose package; no airbox, tube, sensor, cleaner or oil bottle is documented as supplied.
Why do some sources restrict California use?The exact manufacturer page says this filter does not require a CARB EO number, while the exact ECS listing carries a California pollution-controlled-vehicle restriction. That conflict remains qualified; this listing does not certify a separate intake modification or resolve the retailer restriction.
When should I clean it?Inspect according to actual dust exposure and restriction. Washable oil-free synthetic media. Use the specified aFe POWER CLEANER, rinse appropriately and dry fully; do not apply air-filter oil. The current exact manufacturer specifies three layers of oil-free synthetic media. Use low-pressure rinse from the clean side toward the dirty side, let the element dry naturally before reinstalling. Do not use heat, compressed air or any filter oil. Do not treat an older general-care mileage example as a guaranteed interval for every vehicle or environment.
No vehicle-specific installation PDF or numeric airbox torque is linked on this exact manufacturer page. Follow the original housing service procedure and the correct oil-free Pro DRY S maintenance directions. Read the manufacturer media maintenance guidance.
31-10289-MA: verify the original filter interface before operation.
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