AEM 28-50044 DryFlow Drop-In Air Filter Honda Civic CR-V 1.5L Turbo 2016-2022

Vehicle Fitment

• 2016-2021 Honda Civic (L4-1.5L Turbo F/I) - EX-T, EX-L, Sport, Sport Touring, Touring, Si, LX (1.5T-equipped trims only; does not fit Civic with 2.0L naturally aspirated engine)
• 2017-2022 Honda CR-V (L4-1.5L Turbo F/I) - EX, EX-L, Touring, all 1.5T trims

Fitment Notes

• Direct drop-in replacement for the factory engine air filter - installs in the existing OEM airbox with no modifications required.
• Civic fitment is specific to 1.5L Turbo (L15B7) trims only. The 2016-2021 Civic also came with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine (EX coupe, LX coupe, Sport sedan) - that engine uses a different filter. Confirm your engine is the 1.5L turbocharged variant before ordering.
• This filter will not void your Honda factory vehicle warranty.
• Sold individually. One filter per package.

Features

• AEM DryFlow Oil-Free Synthetic Media: The 28-50044 uses AEM's proprietary DryFlow non-woven synthetic filter media - delivering high airflow and up to 99% contaminant capture efficiency without ever requiring filter oil. Unlike cotton-gauze oiled performance filters, DryFlow eliminates the risk of MAF sensor contamination from oil residue - a key advantage on the 10th-gen Civic and 5th-gen CR-V with their sensitive mass airflow sensors.
• Increased Horsepower and Throttle Response: AEM's lower-restriction synthetic media allows more air volume to reach the 1.5L turbocharged engine compared to the factory paper element - improving throttle response and delivering measurable power gains, particularly when combined with a tune or supporting bolt-on modifications.
• Washable and Reusable - Lifetime Filter: AEM DryFlow filters are designed to last for the vehicle's lifetime. Clean with AEM filter cleaner (1-1000), rinse with water, allow to air dry completely, and reinstall - no oiling step required. Cleaning is recommended approximately every 50,000 miles under normal conditions, or more frequently in dusty or off-road environments.
• Up to 99% Filtration Efficiency: AEM's non-woven synthetic media captures harmful particulates at up to 99% efficiency - protecting engine components including rings, seals, and turbocharger internals.
• Shed-and-Flow Design: The non-woven media is designed to shed trapped dirt particles under engine vibration - helping maintain consistent airflow as the filter accumulates dust, unlike cotton-gauze filters that retain dirt and restrict airflow progressively.
• Direct Drop-In Fit: Panel filter engineered as a direct dimensional replacement for the OEM paper element in the factory Honda airbox. No modifications, adapters, or hardware changes required.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured by AEM Induction Systems in the USA to precision quality standards.

Specifications

• Part Number: 28-50044
• Brand: AEM Induction Systems
• Product Type: DryFlow Drop-In Panel Air Filter
• Filter Shape: Panel (flat)
• Filter Color: Red
• Filter Material: Non-Woven Synthetic (DryFlow - oil-free)
• Outside Length: 8.875 in (225mm)
• Outside Width: 5.438 in (138mm)
• Height: 1.5 in (38mm)
• Weight: 1 lb (0.5 kg)
• Oiling Required: No
• Washable / Reusable: Yes
• Filtration Efficiency: Up to 99%
• Cleaning Interval: Up to 50,000 miles depending on conditions
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited
• Quantity: 1 Air Filter

Included Components

• 1x AEM DryFlow Panel Air Filter (28-50044)

Product Description

The AEM 28-50044 is a DryFlow synthetic drop-in panel air filter for the 10th-generation Honda Civic (2016-2021) and 5th-generation Honda CR-V (2017-2022) equipped with the 1.5L turbocharged engine. Both vehicles share the same factory airbox panel filter dimensions, making a single part number the correct fit for both platforms across their respective production runs.

AEM DryFlow uses oil-free non-woven synthetic media for high airflow, up to 99% particulate filtration, and zero risk of MAF sensor fouling - an important benefit on the 1.5T L15B7 engine, which like most modern Honda turbocharged engines is sensitive to MAF sensor contamination from filter oil overspray. The filter drops directly into the factory airbox, installs in minutes with no tools required, and replaces the OEM paper element permanently. Washable with AEM filter cleaner and reusable for the life of the vehicle. Will not void Honda factory warranty. Manufactured in the USA and backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.

Note: The 2016-2021 Civic also came equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine in certain trims - the 28-50044 fits the 1.5L Turbo trims only. Confirm your engine code before ordering.