aFe 53-10006D is a Quantum intake for specified 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD Duramax LML 6.6L turbo-diesel trucks. It supplies ONE Pro DRY S filter assembly with THREE oil-free synthetic layers, a housing, separate elbow and XLPE main tube. Original MAF and equipped humidity sensor remain.
Exact current selected-media primary and shared sixteen-page manual specify 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD with Duramax LML 6.6L turbo-diesel V8, including applicable Denali trucks. Original sixteen named rows and endpoints remain. Exact selected-part retailer table restores Silverado 3500 HD LT for 2011-2016 and Sierra 2500 HD WT for 2011-2014. Existing High Country and Base rows start 2015; WT endpoints remain 2014 where listed. Every row requires actual LML diesel and matching sensor layout; no gasoline, LMM, L5P, 1500 or later-year extension is inferred.
| Years | Make | Model | Named trim; actual engine and hood requirements apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | LTZ |
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | WT |
| 2015-2016 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Base |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | Denali |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | SLE |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | SLT |
| 2015-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | High Country |
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | LT |
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | LTZ |
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 HD | WT |
| 2015-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | High Country |
| 2015-2016 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Base |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | Denali |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | SLE |
| 2011-2016 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | SLT |
| 2011-2014 | GMC | Sierra 3500 HD | WT |
| 2011-2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 HD | LT |
| 2011-2014 | GMC | Sierra 2500 HD | WT |
Verify 53-10006D against the actual engine, sensor and vent connections, mounting locations and applicable emissions requirements before ordering.
| Brand | aFe POWER |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 53-10006D |
| Selected media | THREE oil-free synthetic layers |
| Filter reference | 21-90098; 5-inch flange; 9-inch service height |
| Main tube / housing / elbow | 05-54006B1 / 05-54006B2 / 05-54006B3; tube XLPE |
| Couplings | 05-01476 adaptor / 05-01430 bellows / 05-01201 hump; no dimensions printed in own bill |
| Sensor hardware | FOUR M4 Torx, length not stated; TWO M4 x 12mm flat-head screws for absent-humidity cover per step note |
| Humidity opening | Original sensor IF equipped; otherwise supplied gasket and plate |
| Bench flow | Both exact linked flow files are identical and print Pro 5R 660 CFM, Pro DRY S 605 CFM and stock 430 CFM at 7 inches H2O. Oiled improvement is 53.49%; selected dry improvement is 40.70%. Primary headlines show 53% oiled and 40% dry; dry arithmetic is approximately 40.7%, so 40% is retained only as manufacturer headline wording, not an exact calculated result. |
| Selected dyno | Dry marked 2,216-rpm values are 314.40 versus 298.35 HP, plus 16.05 HP, and 745.12 versus 707.31 lb-ft, plus 37.81 lb-ft. Separate maxima are 411.58 versus 388.86 HP, plus 22.72 HP, and 751.93 versus 709.51 lb-ft, plus 42.42 lb-ft. Selected run April 23, 2018 at 10:35:54 AM: 75.73 F, 29.27 inHg, 30.83% humidity, SAE 1.01. Advertised 16 HP/38 lb-ft corresponds approximately to marked-point comparison, not separate maxima. Both compare a 2016 GM LML 6.6L to April 13, 2018 baseline at 9:31:57 AM, 74.60 F, 29.49 inHg, 11.84% humidity, SAE 0.99. Both retain OE exhaust with fourth gear, 40% load, regular fan, OBD2 RPM and smoothing 5 printed. Dates, humidity and correction factors differ; hood position and detailed fan layout are not stated. Other years are not independently certified by these tests. |
| Emissions | Current primary/manual state not CARB exempt; unavailable for California purchase or California-registered vehicles |
| Quantity | Manufacturer service part | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21-90098 | Selected Pro DRY S filter assembly; other-media entry alternative |
| 1 | 05-54006B1 | XLPE main tube |
| 1 | 05-54006B2 | Housing |
| 1 | 05-54006B3 | Separate filter elbow |
| 1 | 05-01476 | Filter-adaptor coupling |
| 4 | 03-50010 | Clamps #072 |
| 1 | 05-00072 | 7/16-inch trim seal, 26-inch length |
| 4 | 03-50491 | M4 Torx screws; length not stated |
| 1 | 03-50766 | Tabbed plug for unused minder port |
| 1 | 03-50005 | Clamp #088, slotted elbow connection |
| 1 | 05-01430 | Silicone bellows |
| 1 | 05-01201 | Silicone hump |
| 1 | 05-00631 | MAS gasket for absent-humidity sensor cover |
| 1 | 05-01372 | Sensor block-off plate |
| 2 | 03-50455 | M4 flat-head socket screws; installation specifies 12mm length |
ONE 21-90098 selected filter assembly with THREE oil-free synthetic layers, 5-inch flange and 9-inch service height. Shared bill other-media entry is an alternative. ONE main tube, ONE housing, ONE separate elbow, THREE connecting pieces, FIVE clamps, FOUR M4 Torx screws and TWO separate M4 flat-head screws, ONE gasket, sensor block-off plate, tabbed minder plug and 26-inch trim are listed. Original lower-box retaining plug and mounting grommets remain. Original MAF and humidity sensor IF EQUIPPED transfer; absent humidity sensor uses supplied gasket/plate and TWO M4 x 12mm flat-head screws, as exact installation note specifies. No new MAF, humidity sensor, minder or mounting-grommet pack is supplied.
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ONE 21-90098 selected filter assembly with THREE oil-free synthetic layers, 5-inch flange and 9-inch service height. Shared bill other-media entry is an alternative. ONE main tube, ONE housing, ONE separate elbow, THREE connecting pieces, FIVE clamps, FOUR M4 Torx screws and TWO separate M4 flat-head screws, ONE gasket, sensor block-off plate, tabbed minder plug and 26-inch trim are listed. Original lower-box retaining plug and mounting grommets remain. Original MAF and humidity sensor IF EQUIPPED transfer; absent humidity sensor uses supplied gasket/plate and TWO M4 x 12mm flat-head screws, as exact installation note specifies. No new MAF, humidity sensor, minder or mounting-grommet pack is supplied.
Does this selected filter require oil?No. The selected filter uses THREE oil-free synthetic layers. Follow correct dry-filter cleaning method.
What if the truck has no humidity sensor?Use supplied 05-00631 gasket, 05-01372 block-off plate and TWO M4 x 12mm flat-head screws to close opening. If equipped, transfer original humidity sensor and MAF with supplied M4 Torx screws instead. Do not remove an equipped sensor and leave its circuit open.
Can the original filter minder be retained?Yes. Transfer original minder AND its grommet to separate elbow. If omitted or not equipped, close port with supplied tabbed plug. No new minder is supplied.
Which original mounting parts remain?Transfer original lower-airbox retaining plug and seat housing into original mounting grommets. No older LMM front-right grommet relocation step is borrowed.
Which connections and shields must be restored?Use #088 on slotted elbow/adaptor joint and FOUR #072 across bellows and turbo hump connections. Insert main tube bellows side first. On 2015-2016 trucks restore diagonal brace, sight shield with ALL TWELVE clips and removed trim.
Are the advertised gains peak-to-peak differences?Both exact linked flow files are identical and print Pro 5R 660 CFM, Pro DRY S 605 CFM and stock 430 CFM at 7 inches H2O. Oiled improvement is 53.49%; selected dry improvement is 40.70%. Primary headlines show 53% oiled and 40% dry; dry arithmetic is approximately 40.7%, so 40% is retained only as manufacturer headline wording, not an exact calculated result. Dry marked 2,216-rpm values are 314.40 versus 298.35 HP, plus 16.05 HP, and 745.12 versus 707.31 lb-ft, plus 37.81 lb-ft. Separate maxima are 411.58 versus 388.86 HP, plus 22.72 HP, and 751.93 versus 709.51 lb-ft, plus 42.42 lb-ft. Selected run April 23, 2018 at 10:35:54 AM: 75.73 F, 29.27 inHg, 30.83% humidity, SAE 1.01. Advertised 16 HP/38 lb-ft corresponds approximately to marked-point comparison, not separate maxima. Both compare a 2016 GM LML 6.6L to April 13, 2018 baseline at 9:31:57 AM, 74.60 F, 29.49 inHg, 11.84% humidity, SAE 0.99. Both retain OE exhaust with fourth gear, 40% load, regular fan, OBD2 RPM and smoothing 5 printed. Dates, humidity and correction factors differ; hood position and detailed fan layout are not stated. Other years are not independently certified by these tests.
What fitment, battery, torque and recheck apply?Exact current selected-media primary and shared sixteen-page manual specify 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD with Duramax LML 6.6L turbo-diesel V8, including applicable Denali trucks. Original sixteen named rows and endpoints remain. Exact selected-part retailer table restores Silverado 3500 HD LT for 2011-2016 and Sierra 2500 HD WT for 2011-2014. Existing High Country and Base rows start 2015; WT endpoints remain 2014 where listed. Every row requires actual LML diesel and matching sensor layout; no gasoline, LMM, L5P, 1500 or later-year extension is inferred. Disconnect negative battery terminal as own manual directs. No numeric torque is stated; recheck at 100-200 miles.
Verify aFe 53-10006D. Read all sixteen physical pages and figures A-J. Work cool and disconnect negative battery terminal. On 2015-2016 vehicles, remove plastic trim, sight shield with ALL TWELVE clips and diagonal brace. Disconnect original MAF and humidity sensor IF EQUIPPED; loosen tube clamps and remove tube/airbox, pulling upward to release original retaining plug. Install selected filter with FOUR captive screws and #3 Phillips driver; fit filter-adaptor coupling. Transfer original bottom retaining plug and install 26-inch, 7/16-inch trim at housing opening. Push housing into original mounting grommets; no older LMM grommet-relocation step is borrowed. Transfer original filter minder AND original grommet to elbow, OR close unused port with supplied tabbed plug if minder omitted or not equipped. Place #088 clamp around elbow slotted/cut end, insert elbow into filter adaptor and align loosely. Fit bellows to elbow with first #072 clamp. Fit hump at turbo with second #072; remaining TWO #072 clamps secure main-tube ends. Transfer MAF and humidity sensor IF EQUIPPED with FOUR M4 Torx screws; their lengths are not printed. If humidity sensor is absent, close that opening using supplied gasket, block-off plate and TWO M4 x 12mm flat-head socket screws. Insert main tube BELLOWS/FILTER SIDE FIRST, then turbo end; align and tighten FIVE clamps. Reconnect equipped sensors. Restore diagonal brace, sight shield with ALL TWELVE clips and plastic trim where removed. Verify all components before restoring battery power. No numeric torque is given. Recheck bolts, clamps and connectors at 100-200 miles.
Both exact linked flow files are identical and print Pro 5R 660 CFM, Pro DRY S 605 CFM and stock 430 CFM at 7 inches H2O. Oiled improvement is 53.49%; selected dry improvement is 40.70%. Primary headlines show 53% oiled and 40% dry; dry arithmetic is approximately 40.7%, so 40% is retained only as manufacturer headline wording, not an exact calculated result. Dry marked 2,216-rpm values are 314.40 versus 298.35 HP, plus 16.05 HP, and 745.12 versus 707.31 lb-ft, plus 37.81 lb-ft. Separate maxima are 411.58 versus 388.86 HP, plus 22.72 HP, and 751.93 versus 709.51 lb-ft, plus 42.42 lb-ft. Selected run April 23, 2018 at 10:35:54 AM: 75.73 F, 29.27 inHg, 30.83% humidity, SAE 1.01. Advertised 16 HP/38 lb-ft corresponds approximately to marked-point comparison, not separate maxima. Both compare a 2016 GM LML 6.6L to April 13, 2018 baseline at 9:31:57 AM, 74.60 F, 29.49 inHg, 11.84% humidity, SAE 0.99. Both retain OE exhaust with fourth gear, 40% load, regular fan, OBD2 RPM and smoothing 5 printed. Dates, humidity and correction factors differ; hood position and detailed fan layout are not stated. Other years are not independently certified by these tests. Current non-CARB restriction governs. Humidity-sensor-equipped and absent-sensor installations use different mounting/closure hardware; do not leave the opening uncovered. No filter-minder or sensor replacement is implied. Preserve original retained mounting pieces and restore brace, shield and clips where removed.
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