BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Outside Air Tray Right Intake Filter Box 7500548

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Outside Air Tray Right Intake Filter Box is a component from the Intake manifolds group, designed for installation on the right side of the engine bay. It ensures organized intake air routing and stable mounting for adjacent components, which promotes proper engine operation and facilitates maintenance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7571984
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7571984
• Substitutable numbers: 13717571984, 7571984, 13717500548, 7500548
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Intake Manifolds

Purpose and function in the intake system

The air tray in the BMW E65 is responsible for protecting intake system components from contaminants and for proper airflow guidance in the intake manifold area. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle allows for precise alignment with the factory mounting system and the shape of the engine bay, which reduces vibrations and unwanted resonance.

Thanks to a design consistent with solutions used by BMW, the component works with factory brackets, air ducts, and adjacent covers, maintaining the original airflow geometry around the intake manifold. This is important both from the perspective of engine stability and subsequent service maintenance.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original air tray from the Intake manifolds group in a BMW E65 allows you to maintain the factory standard of assembly and component fitment. In practice, this means:

• secure fitment to the right side of the engine bay without the need for modifications,
• stable support and protection of intake components from mechanical damage,
• preservation of the manufacturer-intended airflow path in the intake manifold area,
• easier removal and installation during inspections and repairs.

A used OEM component is a sensible choice for premium car owners who want to keep their vehicle in a configuration close to factory specifications while optimizing repair costs.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The cover comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original component, which in practice means it retains its factory geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with the stock BMW E65 intake system. Placement on the right side of the vehicle requires selecting the exact version to avoid installation issues and collisions with other components in the engine bay.

When replacing, it is worth paying attention to:

• the condition of the clips and mounting points,
• fitment with adjacent covers and air ducts,
• the absence of deformations affecting airflow in the intake manifold area.

A properly selected cover makes it easier to keep the engine bay tidy, improves service access, and limits the risk of contaminants entering the intake zone.

Technical support and intake system development

If you are interested in a broader context of modifications and service for exhaust and intake systems in premium cars, it is worth checking out our blog guide: performance exhaust systems and used manifolds in BMW cars and other premium brands. You will find practical tips there regarding the selection of components that work with manifolds and covers in modern power units.

Expanding the intake system in a BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as intake housings, air ducts, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Intake manifolds category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at the premium car component market, we have also prepared a trend analysis where we discuss the advantages of using used OEM components in the context of rising prices for new parts – more information can be found in the article: used originals for BMW and other premium brands as a reasonable alternative to new parts.