Help keep dirt and debris out of the air your engine breathes with the DENSO Auto Parts Air Filter 143-3248, a rectangular engine air filter built around a three-layer design. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2012-2013 Chevrolet Impala 3.6L, the 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala Limited 3.6L and the 2007-2008 BMW Alpina B7 4.4L. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
The air filter sits in the intake path and screens the air drawn into the engine. Over time it loads with dust and debris, and a heavily clogged filter can restrict airflow. If you are shopping for an air filter for a 2012-2013 Chevy Impala 3.6L, this unit is cataloged for it, and that car uses one filter. Some other listed applications use two. The package contains one filter. Country of origin: China.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Is this a cabin filter for a 2012-2013 Chevy Impala 3.6L?
No. DENSO 143-3248 filters the air drawn into the engine's intake. The cabin filter is a separate part that cleans air for the passenger compartment.
What does the three-layer design do?
Its three layers capture coarse, medium and fine dirt. DENSO says this gives cleaner airflow and improved filtration efficiency.
What are the filter's dimensions?
It is rectangular, measuring 295 mm by 182 mm with a height of 63 mm.
How many filters come in the box, and how many do I need?
The package contains one filter. The 2012-2013 Chevrolet Impala 3.6L and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala Limited 3.6L use one. Some other listed applications use two, as shown in the Buyer's Guide tab.
What are signs the air filter may need replacing?
A filter that looks heavily dirty or clogged with debris may need replacing, because buildup can restrict airflow to the engine. Follow your vehicle's maintenance schedule for inspection intervals.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
