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Pro 5R replacement with the correct engine and housing
The aFe 30-10227 replaces the original airbox filter in the specified applications with five layers of factory-pre-oiled cotton gauze. The current manufacturer page names 528i F10, X1 E84 and Z4 E89 for a 2012β2016 N20 2.0L turbo family. The existing rows retain distinct applications: 528i/528i xDrive 2012β2016, X1 sDrive28i/xDrive28i 2013β2015 and Z4 sDrive28i 2012β2016. The earlier Z4 sDrive30i 2009β2011 is a naturally aspirated N52 3.0L six-cylinder, not another N20. Exact ECS engine data and TWS year data independently list that earlier application, so it is retained with the source difference explicit. Some retailer X1 tables start xDrive28i in 2012; no new North American 2012 row is added without market-specific proof. Do not infer later B48 Z4 or every X1 engine from the shared badge.
Key Features
- Five layers of progressively finer oiled cotton gauze.
- Washable and reusable oiled cotton media. Use aFe POWER CLEANER and the specified blue air-filter oil; this is not oil-free Pro DRY S media.
- Rounded open pleats provide usable filter area and dust-holding capacity.
- Full polyurethane perimeter frame and progressive bump seal.
- The manufacturer advertises up to 31% greater filter flow. That is not a 31% gain in horsepower or a guarantee of complete particle removal.
Fitment
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW 528i / 528i xDrive | 2012β2016; F10 N20 2.0L turbo; correct original housing |
| BMW X1 | Existing 2013β2015 E84 sDrive28i / xDrive28i; actual N20 engine and market required |
| BMW Z4 sDrive28i | 2012β2016 E89 N20 2.0L turbo |
| BMW Z4 sDrive30i | 2009β2011 E89 N52 naturally aspirated 3.0L; exact retailer engine/year proof, outside current N20 headline |
| Other generations | No B48 Z4, X1 diesel or other-engine interchange inferred |
30-10227: verify the exact engine, original element and housing. Model or trim names alone do not establish all-engine interchangeability.
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 30-10227 |
| Media | Pro 5R; five layers of pre-oiled cotton gauze |
| Configuration | One OE-replacement air-filter element; original housing retained |
| Pleat description | Rounded open pleats; no unverified overall dimensions |
| Frame / seal | Polyurethane perimeter frame; progressive bump seal |
| Service | Washable and reusable oiled cotton media. Use aFe POWER CLEANER and the specified blue air-filter oil; this is not oil-free Pro DRY S media. |
| Flow statement | The manufacturer advertises up to 31% greater filter flow. That is not a 31% gain in horsepower or a guarantee of complete particle removal. |
| Emissions | Exact manufacturer page states this filter does not require a CARB EO number; other modifications are not certified by that statement |
What's Included
- One Pro 5R OE-replacement air-filter element.
- No complete airbox, intake tube, sensor, separate coupler kit or filter-service supplies are documented as included.
About aFe Power
aFe Power develops application-specific intake, filtration, exhaust, cooling, tuning, suspension, drivetrain, and truck-performance components supported by product testing and documented installation requirements.
Related Parts
- Browse aFe Power filter configurations; compare the exact original housing and engine.
- Manufacturer filter-media maintenance guidance; follow the Pro 5R cleaning and oiling routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 30-10227?One Pro 5R OE-replacement air-filter element for the verified housing and engine application described here; this is not a complete intake system.
Which application should I verify?The current manufacturer page names 528i F10, X1 E84 and Z4 E89 for a 2012β2016 N20 2.0L turbo family. The existing rows retain distinct applications: 528i/528i xDrive 2012β2016, X1 sDrive28i/xDrive28i 2013β2015 and Z4 sDrive28i 2012β2016. The earlier Z4 sDrive30i 2009β2011 is a naturally aspirated N52 3.0L six-cylinder, not another N20. Exact ECS engine data and TWS year data independently list that earlier application, so it is retained with the source difference explicit. Some retailer X1 tables start xDrive28i in 2012; no new North American 2012 row is added without market-specific proof. Do not infer later B48 Z4 or every X1 engine from the shared badge.
Is the Pro 5R media oiled?Washable and reusable oiled cotton media. Use aFe POWER CLEANER and the specified blue air-filter oil; this is not oil-free Pro DRY S media.
Does the flow percentage guarantee more engine power?The manufacturer advertises up to 31% greater filter flow. That is not a 31% gain in horsepower or a guarantee of complete particle removal.
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.
Is the retained 2009β2011 Z4 sDrive30i a turbo N20 application?No. Exact ECS and TWS evidence identifies the earlier N52 3.0L naturally aspirated application independently of the current N20 headline. Match the E89 original housing and actual engine; do not rewrite that row as an N20.
When should I clean and re-oil it?Inspect according to actual dust exposure and restriction. Washable and reusable oiled cotton media. Use aFe POWER CLEANER and the specified blue air-filter oil; this is not oil-free Pro DRY S media. Use low-pressure rinse from the clean side toward the dirty side, let the element dry naturally and allow the specified oil to wick before reinstalling. Do not use heat, compressed air or excess oil. Do not treat an older general-care mileage example as a guaranteed interval for every vehicle or environment.
Installation Instructions
- Read the exact manufacturer product information for 30-10227 and the original vehicle airbox service procedure.
- With the engine off and cool, compare the new filter and original element, including the sealing interface. Resolve an engine or housing mismatch before installation.
- Open the original housing according to its service procedure, remove the old element and keep debris out of the clean intake path. Clean the housing seat.
- Seat the polyurethane frame evenly without folding the bump seal or adding sealant. Close and secure the original housing and inspect all its attachments.
- Washable and reusable oiled cotton media. Use aFe POWER CLEANER and the specified blue air-filter oil; this is not oil-free Pro DRY S media.
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 oiled Pro 5R maintenance directions. Read the manufacturer media maintenance guidance.
30-10227: verify the original filter interface before operation.
California Proposition 65 Warning
- This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- California Proposition 65 warning: this product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
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