On the E39, there's 1 on each side at the rear of the engine compartment. They're located inside plastic boxes.
The microfilter is the filter for the air that enters the cabin of the vehicle.
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A cabin micro filter on a BMW1 series is an air filter for the inside of the car. It is under the dash and catches dust and other airborne particles.
The 2003 BMW 5-Series has a 5-speed manual.
The 2001 BMW 5-Series has a 5-speed manual.
The 2002 BMW 5-Series has a 5-speed manual.
The target price for a new BMW 5 Series is $46,917 and MSRP is $48,725. The best place to purchase a new BMW 5 series is at an official BMW dealership.
The 2001 BMW 5-Series has 24 valves.
The 2007 BMW 5-Series has 24 valves.
The 2004 BMW 5-Series has 24 valves.
The 2012 BMW 5-Series has 16 valves.