aFe 54-10462 Magnum FORCE Stage-2 Cold Air Intake w/Pro5R for 01-06 BMW

Vehicle Fitment

• 2001-2006 BMW M3 (E46), 3.2L S54 I6, RWD

Features

• aFe Power Magnum FORCE Stage-2 cold air intake system with high-flow Pro 5R oiled cotton gauze filter
• Large 5" tall conical Pro 5R performance air filter for maximum airflow and filtration
• One-piece powder-coated 16-gauge heat shield isolates intake air from engine heat
• Precision molded plastic intake tube for optimized airflow and volumetric efficiency
• Washable, reusable oiled filter media for long service life
• Outflows the restrictive factory intake for improved engine breathing
• Direct bolt-on installation using factory mounting points - no cutting or drilling
• Designed for enhanced throttle response, horsepower, and torque

Specifications

• Brand: aFe Power Magnum FORCE Stage-2
• Part Number: 54-10462
• Filter Type: Pro 5R oiled cotton gauze
• Airflow Increase: Up to ~42% over factory intake
• Performance Gains: Approx. +12 HP / +11 lb-ft torque
• Heat Shield: Powder-coated 16-gauge steel
• Intake Tube: Heat-insulating molded plastic
• Installation: Direct bolt-on using OEM mounting points

Included Components

• 1x Pro 5R oiled cotton gauze performance air filter
• 1x Powder-coated 16-gauge heat shield
• 1x Precision molded plastic intake tube
• 2x Silicone couplings
• 2x Stainless-steel clamps
• 1x Complete mounting hardware kit

Product Description

The aFe 54-10462 Magnum FORCE Stage-2 Cold Air Intake System with Pro 5R Filter is engineered specifically for 2001-2006 BMW M3 (E46) models equipped with the 3.2 L S54 inline-6 engine. This Stage-2 intake replaces the restrictive factory airbox, filter, and intake tube with a large high-flow conical Pro 5R oiled cotton gauze air filter and a precision-designed molded intake tube that significantly increases airflow into the engine. The one-piece powder-coated heat shield helps isolate intake air from hot engine bay conditions to deliver cooler, denser air for improved combustion efficiency and performance.

Installation is straightforward with a direct bolt-on design that uses existing factory mounting points and includes all necessary hardware - no cutting, drilling, or additional tuning is required. With measured increases in airflow and enhanced throttle response, this intake supports noticeable gains in horsepower and torque over the stock intake system. This Magnum FORCE intake is also **CARB certified for use in all 50 states** on the supported BMW M3 application. Fitment is confirmed for 2001-2006 BMW M3 E46 3.2 L models.