Original BMW HVAC Housing Cover with Coarse Filter for BMW 5, 6, and 7 Series, M5, M6, and Alpina (2009–2019)

BMW's housing cover with coarse filter is an Original BMW HVAC part for the F-chassis 5, 6, and 7 Series, including the M5, M6, and Alpina B6 and B7. A coarse filter is a screen that stops leaves and larger debris before they reach the finer parts of the climate system. On this part the screen is built into the housing cover. It weighs 914 g (about 2 lb), is made in Germany, and is sold as a single piece. BMW started production of this number in September 2009.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This number replaced the earlier 64-11-6-987-597, but BMW marks the change as not exchangeable retrospectively. In practice, do not assume the new and old parts swap freely in both directions; confirm which one your car was built with. One part covers a wide spread of engines across these chassis: N20, N52N, N55, N57, N63, S63N, and the N74 V12 in the 760Li, along with the hybrids. The housing cover is part of the climate system along with the control units, air ducts, and blower motor, and these parts can wear out and need replacement.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Original BMW part)
• Part number: 64-11-9-216-222
• BMW part name: Housing cover with coarse filter
• System: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
• Weight: 914 g (2 lb)
• Production start: September 2009
• Replaces: 64-11-6-987-597 (not exchangeable retrospectively)
• Country of manufacture: Germany
• Sold as: one piece
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Does this cover come with the filter screen?
Yes. BMW supplies it as a housing cover with the coarse filter built in.

Can it replace the older 64-11-6-987-597?
BMW rates this change as not exchangeable retrospectively. Have us confirm by VIN before you order for a car built with the earlier number.

Fitment & Compatibility

Compare your production year and trim against the table below. Send your VIN and PMB Performance will confirm the fit, drawing on more than 20 years in the trade.