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The aFe 30-10172 replaces the original airbox filter in the specified applications with five layers of factory-pre-oiled cotton gauze. The current manufacturer names Audi Q3 2013–2018 / TT 2009–2015 and VW Beetle / Golf / Jetta / Passat in a combined 2009–2019 2.0L gasoline/TDI family. Exact engine tables additionally list individual 1.8L gasoline and earlier Jetta 1.9L diesel applications; these broader retailer entries are qualified separately. An ECS paragraph calls the part TSI-only, conflicting with the manufacturer’s explicit TDI scope, so that retailer sentence is not used to remove supported diesel applications. The exact Sam’s Motorsports catalog distinguishes this part’s earlier GTI 2008–2014 application from a different filter for the 2015–2019 MQB GTI. Four legacy later-GTI named groups are withheld as a source conflict, while the supported earlier GTI rows remain. No physical installation test was performed. Existing Golf gasoline/TDI mixed-trim ranges, 2018 Tiguan generation scopes, CC VR6 and other broad retailer rows retain explicit engine/housing holds; the shared badge or 2.0L displacement cannot establish one filter for both generations. Preserve individual gaps and do not fill missing years by interpolation.
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 exact manufacturer page does not supply a numerical flow increase. No percentage or dry-media efficiency from another configuration is transferred to this oiled filter.
Fitment
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer family | Q3 2013–2018 / TT 2009–2015 and individually bounded VW gasoline/TDI original housings |
| Earlier GTI | Existing 2008–2013 and 2014 special-edition rows retained; exact retailer earlier family ends 2014 |
| Later MQB GTI | 2015–2019 S / SE / Autobahn and 2017 Sport legacy rows withheld pending exact support; different manufacturer filter family identified |
| Gasoline / TDI distinction | Manufacturer explicitly includes TDI despite a contradictory retailer TSI-only paragraph; actual engine and original housing govern |
| Unresolved mixed scopes | Existing Golf mixed-engine trims, 2018 Tiguan generation and CC VR6 retailer scopes require exact engine/housing confirmation |
30-10172: 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 | 30-10172 |
| 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 exact manufacturer page does not supply a numerical flow increase. No percentage or dry-media efficiency from another configuration is transferred to this oiled filter. |
| 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 30-10172?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 names Audi Q3 2013–2018 / TT 2009–2015 and VW Beetle / Golf / Jetta / Passat in a combined 2009–2019 2.0L gasoline/TDI family. Exact engine tables additionally list individual 1.8L gasoline and earlier Jetta 1.9L diesel applications; these broader retailer entries are qualified separately. An ECS paragraph calls the part TSI-only, conflicting with the manufacturer’s explicit TDI scope, so that retailer sentence is not used to remove supported diesel applications. The exact Sam’s Motorsports catalog distinguishes this part’s earlier GTI 2008–2014 application from a different filter for the 2015–2019 MQB GTI. Four legacy later-GTI named groups are withheld as a source conflict, while the supported earlier GTI rows remain. No physical installation test was performed. Existing Golf gasoline/TDI mixed-trim ranges, 2018 Tiguan generation scopes, CC VR6 and other broad retailer rows retain explicit engine/housing holds; the shared badge or 2.0L displacement cannot establish one filter for both generations. Preserve individual gaps and do not fill missing years by interpolation.
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 exact manufacturer page does not supply a numerical flow increase. No percentage or dry-media efficiency from another configuration is transferred to this oiled filter.
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.
Can a 2015–2019 GTI use the earlier GTI application by name alone?No. The exact retailer catalog separates the earlier 2008–2014 GTI filter from the later MQB part family. Four later-GTI groups are withheld as a source-conflict hold; earlier supported GTI rows remain. Engine and original housing must be matched before choosing either configuration.
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 30-10172 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.
30-10172: 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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