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K&N American Made Replacement Air Filters Are Designed To Last One Million Miles

K&N air filter cotton media is manufactured with 4-6 layers of cotton gauze

Instead of a typical paper media, K&N's traditional high-flow American made air filters are built with 4-6 layers of cotton gauze pleated between coated wire screen mesh

In the early 1960's Ken Johnson and Norm McDonald, American racers who ran a motorcycle dealership and sold motorcycle accessories, became irritated with restrictive air filters that quickly became clogged. Their frustration inspired innovation and the washable / reusable K&N high-flow American made air filter was born. Instead of a typical paper media, K&N's traditional high-flow air filters are designed with 4-6 layers of premium cotton gauze pleated between coated wire screen mesh. Cotton naturally breathes easier than paper which increases airflow, reduces restriction, and can help an engine run better. K&N's secret to increased airflow without sacrificing engine protection lies in the specially designed K&N air filter oil suspended within thousands of microscopic cotton fibers.

K&N designing and testing an air filter at the Riverside, CA R&D facility

K&N's Riverside, California based in-house research and development team designs a K&N air filter and tests each one for high airflow and outstanding engine protection

K&N replacement air filters are designed and manufactured in the United States at K&N's world headquarters in Riverside, California. The cotton gauze media and sturdy construction allow K&N air filters to be cleaned time and again. By using a K&N Recharger service kit, K&N air filters can be made to perform virtually like new. Washing and reusing a K&N air filter will save money over time when compared to buying paper air filters and helps reduce the waste associated with disposable filters. K&N air filters are American made and built to last. K&N has seen replacement K&N air filters used for over one-million miles.

K&N high-flow cotton gauze media pleated and trimmed

K&N's high-flow cotton gauze media is pleated and trimmed, then K&N employees load air filter molds and filter media into specially designed K&N machines

K&N's Riverside, California based in-house research and development team designs a K&N air filter using computer aided drafting software for a precise fit inside the stock air filter box. K&N doesn't use the stock air filter during the design process except as a comparison for airflow and efficiency testing. Using a first article sample of an air filter, K&N's on-site air filtration efficiency testing lab tests each new air filter following ISO5011 testing protocols to ensure superior airflow and outstanding engine protection.

K&N's world famous high-flow cotton gauze media is pleated and trimmed to specific dimensions and pleat count using up to 6 layers of cotton in specially designed standard or tight weave varieties. To build a K&N American air filter, employees load air filter molds and filter media into specially designed K&N machines. After a K&N air filter is removed from the mold, excess plastisol or urethane material is trimmed by hand.

Most K&N air filters come pre-oiled from the U.S. based factory with a precise amount of oil applied to each part number based on the amount of cotton being used. After final packaging K&N air filters are boxed up and ready to be installed. In most cases a K&N replacement air filter can be installed without the use of tools in less than five minutes. In addition to standard replacement air filters, K&N performance air filters are used in almost every form of motorsports and undergo an entirely different level of testing not found in everyday driving.

K&N has the confidence to guaranty its American made air filters for 10-years or one million miles. Additionally, K&N stands behind its products with a consumer protection pledge. Find K&N American made air filters designed specifically for your vehicle using the K&N Application Search. Or browse K&N's extensive offering of performance parts and racing products at KNFilters.com. Then use the K&N Dealer Search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

K&N air filter is oiled during manufacturing process

After a K&N air filter is removed from the mold, excess material is trimmed by hand and factory oiled with a precise amount of oil specific to each air filter part number

K&N air filter being installed into vehicle

After packaging, K&N air filters are boxed up and ready to be installed, which in most cases a replacement air filter can be installed without tools & in less than 5 minutes

K&N air filter is gauranteed to be used for over one million miles

K&N American made air filters are built to last; K&N has seen filters used for over one-million miles, and by washing and reusing a K&N air filter it will save money over time

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2014-2015 Chevy Cruze 2.0L Clean Diesel Air Intake System from K&N Boosts HP and Torque

K&N air intake 69-4531TTK for the 2014-2015 Chevy Cruz

K&N 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze turbo diesel short ram intake system, number 69-4531TTK, is able to improve diesel engine performance by replacing restrictive components

The 2014 and 2015 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel 2.0L is able to offer gasoline powered V6 performance with considerably lower fuel consumption and increased range per tank of fuel. The 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel is the first clean diesel car ever produced by a U.S. automaker and with an EPA-estimated 46 MPG highway the clean diesel Cruze is set to give North American car buyers an option besides a Volkswagen TDI model. Just because the main benefit of a 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L Clean Turbo Diesel is its impressive highway fuel economy doesn’t mean the performance side of the engine should go unappreciated. Because of this fact, K&N air filters offers a performance upgrade for 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel models with short ram air intake 69-4531TTK.

2014-2015 Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel

The 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel is the first produced by a U.S. automaker and with an EPA-estimated 46 MPG the Cruze is set to give buyers an option to a Volkswagen TDI

Diesel engines shine in the torque department and the 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel doesn’t disappoint. The Chevrolet 2.0-liter turbo diesel is rated at 258 lb-ft of torque and that power comes on low in the RPM range where it’s needed most. Just because the 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze Clean Diesel is powered by a small displacement diesel engine, doesn’t mean that significant improvements in performance aren’t possible. By replacing restrictive factory components with a K&N filters short ram intake system, the Chevy Cruze diesel engine is able to breathe easier, in turn increasing performance by boosting horsepower and torque for quicker acceleration.

Typically, the factory air intake tubing, stock air filter box, and disposable air filter is a significant point of restriction in modern cars and trucks. These stock components are particularly restrictive in cars with turbocharged engines. K&N 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze turbo diesel short ram intake system, number 69-4531TTK, is able to improve the engine’s efficiency by replacing factory components with a mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube, high-flow K&N washable air filter, and an application specific air filter heat shield. With K&N air intake 69-4531TTK, 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L turbo diesel owners can quickly and easily bolt on an estimated additional 12.6 horsepower and 12.61 lb-ft of torque.

The K&N 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze 2.0-liter turbo diesel air intake system comes complete with all the necessary hardware and step by step installation instructions to help to get the job done in around 90 minutes or less. K&N air filters backs its high-flow air filters and performance air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty to give K&N users confidence in their purchase. 2014-2015 Chevy Cruze turbo diesel owners seeking increased performance should look no further than K&N air intake system, number 69-4531TTK, designed to improve the performance of the following Chevrolet Cruze models:

Dyno chart of K&N air intake 69-4531TTK for the 2014-2015 Chevy Cruz

With K&N air intake 69-4513TTK, 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L turbo diesel owners can quickly and easily bolt on an estimated additional 12.6 horsepower and 12.61 lb-ft of torque

2015 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L L4 Diesel

Use the Search by Vehicle tool to find additional K&N performance upgrades for the Chevy Cruze, including both diesel and gasoline powered models. To find a K&N dealer near you, use K&N Dealer Search tool or visit knfilters.com.

For all K&N Chevy Cruze air intakes visit the Air Intakes for Chevrolet Cruze page and to see all air filters for Chevy Cruze models visit the Air Filters for Chevrolet Cruze page on KNFilters.com.

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K&N Filters’ John Mickel Made UK Legends Championship History at Snetterton Circuit

Legends Cars are 5/8 scale purpose built race cars powered by a 122 horsepower Yamaha 1200/1250 cc motorcycle engine & styled after pre-World War II Ford, Chevy or Dodge bodies

Legends Cars are 5/8 scale purpose built race cars powered by a 122 horsepower Yamaha 1200/1250 cc motorcycle engine & styled after pre-World War II Ford, Chevy or Dodge bodies

John Mickel was born with oval racing in his blood. His father competed in local UK stock car events before introducing John to Mini Stocks, running on quarter mile ovals, at the tender age of 10. Before the age of 19, John had already become a World and European Champion on short ovals with Superstox, an open wheeled racer similar to American Outlaws. In 2001, John became a UK and World Legends Champion on a road course as well as a European SCSA Champion, a sanctioning body equivalent to the American Speed Association, on large ovals.

John Mickel and the Mickel Motorsport Team rely on K&N filters to keep their 122 horsepower Yamaha 1200/1250 cc motorcycle engine powered Legends cars running at their best

John Mickel and the Mickel Motorsport Team rely on K&N filters to keep their 122 horsepower Yamaha 1200/1250 cc motorcycle engine powered Legends cars running at their best

Currently K&N sponsored driver John Mickel competes in the 2015 UK Legends Championship. Legends Cars are 5/8 scale purpose built race cars based on pre-World War II Ford, Chevy and Dodge bodies. Eight body styles are produced but each car is powered by a 122 horsepower Yamaha 1200/1250 cc motorcycle engine. With a full tube frame chassis, Bilstein coil over shocks, and 13” wide racing slicks, Legends cars accelerate like a rocket and stick to the track like a roller coaster.

K&N supported John Mickel arrived at Snetterton Circuit for round 14 of the 2015 UK Legends Championship on a high note following a full sweep of six race wins at Silverstone Circuit - Rod Tietjen (Motorsport Action) Photo

K&N supported John Mickel arrived at Snetterton Circuit for round 14 of the 2015 UK Legends Championship on a high note following a full sweep of six race wins at Silverstone Circuit - Rod Tietjen (Motorsport Action) Photo

K&N Air Filters supported John Mickel arrived at Snetterton Circuit for round 14 of the 2015 UK Legends Championship on a high note following a full sweep of six race wins out of six races at the last meeting at Silverstone Circuit. John’s good fortune continued with three race wins on day one at Snetterton Circuit followed by two more race wins the following day. Unfortunately John’s third race on day two at Snetterton ended with a DNF, but having set a new lap record of 2.14.869, John couldn’t complain.

John Mickel broke the existing record in UK Legends Championship history by winning 11 consecutive back to back races and smashed the Legends lap record at Snetterton Circuit - Rod Tietjen (Motorsport Action) Photo

John Mickel broke the existing record in UK Legends Championship history by winning 11 consecutive back to back races and smashed the Legends lap record at Snetterton Circuit - Rod Tietjen (Motorsport Action) Photo

John Mickel’s final race of the weekend ended because of another driver who was later penalized for driving dangerously. Despite this DNF John still finished third overall for the day. Further rule infringements for other drivers could possibly push John up into second place overall for the day. The decision is still pending. The official Championship points have not yet been published; however, the Mickel Motorsport Team believes that their points lead has been extended to over 700 points.

John Mickel drove every race at Snetterton Circuit like his number 4 K&N filters equipped K-Seal UK Legends Championship car was on rails. The handling and the setup of the K&N powered orange mean machine was untouchable by any other driver that weekend and no matter where John started on the grid, when he finished, he finished in first place.

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K&N’s Jake Andreotti Crowned 2015 Super 600 Micro Sprint Class King Of California

K&N Filters sponsored 12-year old Jake Andreotti became the 1st repeat King of California title holder in 2 different classes, both in rookie years, & secured Lemoore Raceway Championship

K&N Filters sponsored 12-year old Jake Andreotti became the 1st repeat King of California title holder in 2 different classes, both in rookie years, & secured Lemoore Raceway Championship

12-year old Jake Andreotti drove the K&N Filters equipped number 7p Super 600 Micro sprint to one of the most prestigious titles in California. Jake became the first repeat King of California title holder in two different classes, and both in his rookie year for each class. Andreotti Racing credits “Hard work, dedication, perseverance and the want to challenge himself along with his supportive sponsors helped win this title.”

Heading into the final round Jake was 5 points behind the championship leader. Jake never let the pressure get to him, and instead thrived under pressure. Andreotti set the fast time out of 14 cars, finished 4th in the heat race before going on to win main event. With this win Jake not only won his second King of California title, but he also won the Super 600 Micro Sprint Lemoore Championship and the Budweiser Grand Prix title.

The King of California race was comprised of 25 races at both Lemoore Raceway and Plaza Park Raceway. After the first 16 races, the points were reset sending only the top ten into the King of California title chase. The King of California title was decided over the remaining 9 races.

Andreotti Racing would like to thank their sponsors for believing in Jake and supporting him throughout the season.  In 2016 Andreotti Racing will be adding a CS9 Micro Sprint to their racing program and will be running two cars in two classes with the hopes of one day winning a prestigious Golden Driller award at the Chili Bowl Midget Nationals.

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Help Prevent Unnecessary Repairs on Your Mercedes with a K&N Pro Series Oil Filter

The PS-7033 is compatible with all grades motor oils and comes with new o-ring gaskets to help ensure a proper seal in the 2003-2016 Mercedes Benz or Maybach filter housing

The PS-7033 is compatible with all grades motor oils and comes with new o-ring gaskets to help ensure a proper seal in the 2003-2016 Mercedes Benz or Maybach filter housing

There’s a term in investing called “hedging” which can be defined as “protecting oneself against potential loss by making a balancing transaction.” Hedging isn’t just applicable in investing and finance though. It’s directly applicable to the maintenance of your Mercedes Benz. Your oil filter is a hedge that protects your engine against potential loss; where loss could be defined as unnecessary and expensive repairs.

The question is, then, how good is your hedge at protecting you against loss? How good is your oil filter at protecting you against unnecessary, expensive repairs? Make the safe bet and protect your Mercedes Benz with a K&N PS-7033 Pro Series replacement oil filter.

The PS-7033 K&N oil filter is a direct replacement for the Mercedes Benz and Maybach models listed below. These top-of-the-line, big, high-performance Mercedes engines require a lot of clean oil to deliver peak performance and the PS-7033 replacement oil filter delivers. It’s designed with a premium filter media which helps to minimize restriction. It has a pleated design for high capacity, and be used for the extended service intervals common among European vehicles when used following the guidelines of the vehicle and oil manufacturers.

The PS-7033 K&N factory replacement oil filter provides excellent filtration efficiency to ensure that your engine is getting the pristine oil is requires. It is engineered to work with all grades of synthetic, conventional and blended motor oils. The K&N PS-7033 Mercedes Benz and Maybach replacement oil filter comes with new O-ring gaskets to help ensure a proper seal in the filter housing when it is installed.

Everyone knows that German-made cars are expensive to maintain. Make the wise decision and hedge your investment against expensive, unnecessary repairs with a K&N PS-7033 oil filter.

The PS-7033 will fit and function properly on the Mercedes and Maybach models listed below:

2016 MERCEDES BENZ S600 MAYBACH 6.0L V12
2015 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2015 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2015 Mercedes Benz S600 6.0L V12
2015 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2015 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2014 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2014 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2014 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2013 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2013 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2013 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2013 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2013 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2012 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2012 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2012 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2012 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2012 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2012 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2012 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2012 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2011 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2011 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2011 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2011 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2011 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2010 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2010 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2010 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2010 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2010 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2009 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2009 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2009 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2009 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2009 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2008 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2008 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2008 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2008 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2008 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2007 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2007 Maybach 62 6.0L V12
2007 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2007 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2007 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2006 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2006 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2006 Maybach 57 6.0L V12
2006 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2005 Mercedes Benz SL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2005 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2005 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2005 Mercedes Benz CL65 AMG 6.0L V12
2005 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2005 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2005 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2004 Mercedes Benz SL600 5.5L V12
2004 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2004 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2004 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2004 Maybach 57 5.5L V12
2003 Mercedes Benz S600 5.5L V12
2003 Mercedes Benz CL600 5.5L V12
2003 Maybach 62 5.5L V12
2003 Maybach 57 5.5L V12

To find a K&N oil filter for your vehicle use the K&N Search by Vehicle page or use the K&N Dealer Search to find an authorized K&N air filter, air intake system, or K&N oil filter dealer in almost any part of the world.

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