BMW Intake Parts

Introduced in the late 1990s, the DISA (Differenzierte Sauganlage or differentiated intake system) valve plays a crucial role in adjusting the intake manifold's effective length. This mechanism incorporates a flap that opens and closes in response to DME inputs, optimizing airflow for both high and low RPM use.

Although the DISA system marked a significant leap in engine efficiency, it has become a common point of failure in older BMW models. The flap is secured to the body using a plastic pin, prone to degradation over time due to heat exposure. A malfunctioning DISA valve can lead to various issues, ranging from power loss to severe engine damage.

Signs of DISA valve failure include:

Audible rattling from the upper intake manifold. Power loss during different RPM/load conditions. Decreased fuel efficiency due to improper flap operation or valve failure. Illuminated SES/Service Engine Soon light, indicating lean/rich conditions or misfires (common DTCs include: P1083, P1084, P1347, P1348). Potential valvetrain damage as a result of flap pin failure, leading to plastic and metal debris circulating in the engine. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's crucial to replace the DISA valve promptly to avoid further engine complications. Continued use with a faulty DISA valve can escalate to extensive engine repairs or replacement.

Fortunately, Febi-Bilstein offers a high-quality OE DISA valve designed for seamless integration, ensuring optimal fit, finish, and functionality. Installing this valve is straightforward, requiring basic hand tools and less than an hour of your time. Restore your engine's performance and safeguard against major damage by upgrading to a new DISA valve from Febi-Bilstein.

ALTA Performance Open Cell Foam Filter

Improve your BMW's performance with the ALTA Performance Open Cell foam filter, designed to enhance horsepower, filtration efficiency, and ease of installation. This direct replacement filter is compatible with all ALTA Cold Air Intake Systems and universal applications requiring a 2.75" mouth filter.

Benefits:

• Increases horsepower
• Improves filtration efficiency
• Simple and easy to install
• Compatible with ALTA Cold Air Intake Systems and universal applications

Elevate your car's performance with the ALTA Cold Air Box, precision-crafted from laser-cut aluminum sheet metal and expertly CNC bent to perfection. This airbox is not only a performance enhancer but also a protector, thanks to its durable black texture powder coating, offering long-term protection with an OEM-inspired appearance.

Key Benefits of the ALTA Cold Air Box:

• Seals to the underside of the hood, shielding the intake airstream from under-hood heat.
• Enhances your car's engine tone with a throaty, deep sound upon throttle, showcasing its modified nature.
• Allows you to hear your supercharger's whine, whether stock or aftermarket.

The high-flow foam filter included with the ALTA Cold Air Box is designed to reduce intake restriction and increase the surface area for clean air ingestion. Unlike cotton and gauze filters, foam filters offer multi-layer filtration, trapping dirt at various levels. This results in improved particulate restriction without compromising horsepower as the filter accumulates dirt.

The ALTA Cold Air Intake System for R53 6-speed manual is available in black or red texture powder coating, allowing you to customize the appearance to your preference.

ALTA Cold Air Intake System, specially designed for the R53 6-speed manual. Crafted from laser-cut aluminum sheet metal and precision CNC bent, this intake system ensures perfection in form and function. Finished with a durable black texture powder coating, it not only offers long-term protection but also delivers an OEM appearance.

The airbox of the ALTA Cold Air Intake seals to the underside of the hood, effectively preventing under-hood heat from infiltrating the intake airstream. This enhancement ensures cooler, denser air intake, resulting in improved engine performance. With the ALTA intake system, your BMW will produce a distinct throaty, deep tone on throttle, accentuating its modified nature. Additionally, it amplifies the sound of your supercharger, whether stock or aftermarket.

Featuring a high-flow foam filter, this intake system significantly reduces intake restriction while expanding the surface area for the engine to intake clean air. Unlike cotton or gauze-type filters, the foam-based filter facilitates multi-layer filtration, effectively trapping dirt at various levels. This superior filtration capability results in improved particulate restriction without compromising horsepower, even as the filter accumulates dirt.

Benefits:

• Precision-crafted aluminum construction for durability
• Under-hood heat prevention for cooler, denser air intake
• Enhanced engine performance and modified engine tone
• High-flow foam filter for reduced intake restriction
• Multi-layer filtration without compromising horsepower

MINI R55 to R61 Foam Filter Panel features high-flowing, super-cleaning foam media that enhances air intake efficiency while maintaining excellent dirt-holding capacity. This advanced design allows for a thinner filter with double the volume compared to the OEM intake box, promoting superior airflow and performance.

The MINI R55 to R61 Foam Filter Panel offers several key benefits:

• Enhanced Airflow: The foam media enables more air to be drawn across the entire filter, improving overall engine performance.
• Increased Volume: Provides up to twice the volume of the OEM intake box, allowing the intake system to breathe more freely.
• Consistent Performance: Unlike OEM and K&N filters, which can lose horsepower as they clog, the foam media continues to flow effectively even when full of dirt.
• Improved Horsepower: Maintains maximum horsepower between filter cleanings, ensuring sustained engine performance.

MINI R52 R53 Cold Air Intake System Automatic - Black is engineered to enhance your MINI's performance with a sleek and durable design. The ALTA Cold Air Box is meticulously crafted from laser-cut aluminum sheet metal and CNC bent for precision. Finished in a rich black texture powder coating, it offers long-term protection and a stylish OEM look. This airbox seals tightly to the underside of the hood, preventing under-hood heat from contaminating the intake airstream.

With the ALTA intake system, your vehicle will produce a deep, throaty tone under throttle, making the presence of your supercharger unmistakable. The high-flow foam filter improves airflow and increases the surface area for clean air intake, featuring multi-layer filtration for superior dirt capture without reducing horsepower as it accumulates dirt.

The ALTA Cold Air Intake System consistently delivers a 10-12 WHP gain and is available in black or red texture powder coating.

• Made from laser-cut aluminum and CNC bent for precision
• Rich black texture powder coating for durability and OEM look
• Seals to the underside of the hood to prevent heat contamination
• Produces a deep, throaty engine tone
• High-flow foam filter with multi-layer filtration for superior dirt capture
• Proven 10-12 WHP gain
• Available in black or red texture powder coating