BMW E90 E92 E93 Intake Manifold Engine Air Intake Cover Petrol 7560918

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 E92 E93 Gasoline Steering Wheel Air Intake Duct 7523720 is an original intake system component designed for BMW models with gasoline engines where the air duct is integrated in the area of the air guide and decorative trims. The part belongs to the category Trims, decorative strips, and decorations, thus combining a technical function with an aesthetic finish of the engine bay.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7560918-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7560918
• Substitutable numbers: 7560918, 13717560918, 13717523720, 7523720
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the air intake duct

The presented air intake duct is responsible for directing the airflow to the fuel system of gasoline engines in BMW 3 Series E90, E92, and E93. A correctly selected element of this type supports stable operating conditions of the engine, ensuring proper airflow and limiting turbulence in the intake area.

As a part related to the air guide and finishing elements, this duct also contributes to the organized routing of cables and covers in the engine bay, which facilitates servicing and improves the overall clarity of the assembly.

Construction and fit for BMW 3 Series E9x

The duct's construction has been developed for specific BMW E90, E92, and E93 body types, which translates to:

• precise fit with factory mounting points in the engine bay,
• maintaining the correct airflow geometry in relation to other intake components,
• compatibility with covers and decorative trims intended for this generation of BMW.

This ensures a streamlined installation process, without the need for modifications or forcing the part to fit.

Characteristics of a used part

The offered air intake duct is a used part, sourced from disassembly. This type of component, while maintaining its correct geometry and mounting points, retains full functionality in terms of directing air to the fuel system. For plastic components, such as intake ducts and trims, reusing original BMW parts allows for maintaining the factory standard of execution and a consistent appearance of the engine bay.

Benefits of using an original intake duct

Using an original air intake duct in BMW E90, E92, and E93 gasoline models offers a range of practical benefits:

• stable airflow to the fuel system, in line with the manufacturer's design specifications,
• maintaining factory aerodynamics within the engine bay, which reduces unwanted turbulence and noise,
• aesthetic finishing of the intake area due to its compatibility with decorative trims and strips,
• easier installation and servicing thanks to BMW's designated mounting points and cable routing.

Part selection by BMW part numbers and brand

When selecting an air intake duct for a specific BMW 3 Series E9x version, it is crucial to verify compatibility by the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers. In our offer, you will also find other BMW Trims, decorative strips, and decorations, which will allow you to comprehensively restore or supplement your engine bay assembly – check available BMW Trims, decorative strips, and decorations.

If you are interested in a broader context of using aftermarket parts, including selection by OEM numbers and practical installation tips, it is worth reading the guide on our blog: used electronics and control components – how to safely select modules and sensors by OEM numbers. Although it primarily concerns electronics, the principles described there for verifying compatibility by reference numbers are also helpful when selecting other original BMW parts.