D5254T (to 2002, Audi) - Air cleaner size ?

artiedtke · Feb 21st, 2011, 20:53

Same as the Petrols ????

Any reason I cannot order the Petrol version and use it ????

Clan · Feb 21st, 2011, 21:01

Diesels use a larger capacity air filter due to the engine drawing in the full volume of air all the time ( no throttle ) , you might have to change the petrol one twice as often if you use it on a diesel...

artiedtke · Feb 21st, 2011, 21:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clan

Diesels use a larger capacity air filter due to the engine drawing in the full volume of air all the time ( no throttle ) , you might have to change the petrol one twice as often if you use it on a diesel...

is this why the diesel one is nearly double the price ????

£20 opposed to £10 ?

Clan · Feb 21st, 2011, 21:20

quite possibly yes , its probably twice the surface area

artiedtke · Feb 22nd, 2011, 21:56

Right I'd appreciate some advice here chaps.

From Volvo direct there is certainly two different air filter part numbers, one for petrol and one for diesel engined D5252T.

From Mahle there is two diff LX686 and LX726 respectfully.

Also the same from Mann and so on.

However from this company (Comline parts) they claim that their eaf094 fits both the Petrol and Diesel cars ??

http://www.comline.uk.com/catalogue/eaf094

anyone come across this brand before, it is wise to avoid ????

Cheers.

Rufe · Feb 23rd, 2011, 10:03

We can supply the genuine D5252T air filter at around £12 plus postage if required.

Simon

artiedtke · Feb 23rd, 2011, 10:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rufe

We can supply the genuine D5252T air filter at around £12 plus postage if required.

Simon

Rufe, i already contacted you about this through your official methods - thanks again. :-)

I'm wondering for my own curiosity why certain other suppliers say their filter fits either the Petrol or Diesel.

Strick · Feb 23rd, 2011, 10:16

If they are the same physical size (but with different filtration elements), SOME manufacturers will just rationalize, and only produce the "better" one of the two.

Feb 21st, 2011, 20:53	#1
artiedtke Just one more thing... Last Online: Jul 10th, 2020 14:44 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Wales	Air cleaner size ? Same as the Petrols ???? Any reason I cannot order the Petrol version and use it ???? __________________ '98 V40 2.0T B4204T - died... '96 855 2.5 TDI D5252T - 255,000 miles "Diesel without turbo is like a woman without boobs... sure you can drive it, but there's always something missing."

Feb 21st, 2011, 21:01	#2
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 00:12 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	Diesels use a larger capacity air filter due to the engine drawing in the full volume of air all the time ( no throttle ) , you might have to change the petrol one twice as often if you use it on a diesel... __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Feb 21st, 2011, 21:20	#4
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 00:12 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	quite possibly yes , its probably twice the surface area __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Feb 22nd, 2011, 21:56	#5
artiedtke Just one more thing... Last Online: Jul 10th, 2020 14:44 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Wales	Right I'd appreciate some advice here chaps. From Volvo direct there is certainly two different air filter part numbers, one for petrol and one for diesel engined D5252T. From Mahle there is two diff LX686 and LX726 respectfully. Also the same from Mann and so on. However from this company (Comline parts) they claim that their eaf094 fits both the Petrol and Diesel cars ?? http://www.comline.uk.com/catalogue/eaf094 anyone come across this brand before, it is wise to avoid ???? Cheers. __________________ '98 V40 2.0T B4204T - died... '96 855 2.5 TDI D5252T - 255,000 miles "Diesel without turbo is like a woman without boobs... sure you can drive it, but there's always something missing."

Feb 23rd, 2011, 10:03	#6
Rufe TRADER Last Online: Sep 16th, 2016 14:55 Join Date: May 2006 Location: FRF Volvo, Swansea (Volvo Main Dealer)	We can supply the genuine D5252T air filter at around £12 plus postage if required. Simon __________________ Please Click HERE to read our Feedback... // OR, Click HERE to read our FAQ's... <<< FOR ALL ENQUIRIES PHONE: 01792 790066 / 01792 784272 >>> * YOU MUST QUOTE 'C3' WHEN CALLING FOR OUR BEST PRICES! (weekdays 9am to 5pm) *

Feb 23rd, 2011, 10:16	#8
Strick Member Last Online: Jun 12th, 2016 12:37 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Peterborough	If they are the same physical size (but with different filtration elements), SOME manufacturers will just rationalize, and only produce the "better" one of the two.

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