BMW E60 E63 540i 550i Intake Silencer Petrol Air Filter Box Cover N62N 7567166

BMW E60 E63 540i 550i Intake Silencer Petrol Air Filter Box Cover is an original intake system component designed for BMW 5 Series E60 and 6 Series E63 petrol engines. Its robust construction ensures a stable fit for the filter element and proper airflow to the engine unit. As a result, the housing supports efficient engine operation and helps maintain optimal mixture parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7567166-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7567166
• Substitutable numbers: 13717567166, 7567166, 13717533930, 7533930
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Air Filter Housing
• Category: Air Filter Housings

Purpose and function in the intake system

The air filter box cover is responsible for sealing the filter chamber and ensuring proper airflow towards the mass air flow sensor and intake manifold. In BMW E60 and E63 models with N62N petrol engines, this component is matched to the engine bay geometry, which facilitates installation and ensures a proper fit with other intake components.

Using a dedicated cover in the intake system helps maintain:

• stable seating of the air filter element,
• proper sealing of the filter chamber,
• controlled airflow to the petrol engine,
• prevention of contaminants entering the intake system.

Compatibility with BMW models

The presented cover has been designed for BMW petrol engine vehicles equipped with the N62N unit in 540i and 550i versions. This ensures compatibility with the factory intake system architecture, correct placement of mounting points, and a perfect fit with standard hoses and auxiliary components.

Consequently, the part can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged housing and for restoring the original intake configuration in modified vehicles.

Characteristics of the used component

The air filter box cover is a salvaged part, which allows for maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications and compatibility with the specific N62N engine generation. A used intake system component is a good choice when the priority is to preserve the factory design while optimizing maintenance costs.

In the case of air filter housings, it is particularly important to maintain:

• correct geometry of the sealing edges,
• stability of mounts and clips,
• adequate material rigidity in areas exposed to temperature and vibrations.

Benefits of using an original air filter box cover

Using an original air filter box cover in BMW E60 and E63 vehicles with the N62N engine allows for maintaining engine performance parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. A properly selected intake system component supports uniform airflow, which promotes stable engine operation, correct throttle response, and optimal fuel consumption values.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• factory fitment to the engine bay without the need for modifications,
• preservation of the original airflow path,
• easier diagnostics and maintenance of the intake system,
• consistency with other BMW brand components.

Intake system expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of your BMW's engine area and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, lower housing parts, or air intake ducts, check out the available parts in the BMW Air Filter Housings category.

To better understand the benefits of using original, used components in key vehicle systems and to consciously reduce service costs, it is worth reading our guide: Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce repair costs by choosing proven salvaged parts. Although it concerns the braking system, the principles of selecting used parts presented there can also be applied to intake system components.