OVERVIEW
The Active Autowerke F-Chassis N55 charge pipe fits 2012 and newer rear-wheel-drive BMW F2x / F3x / F87 335i, 435i, M235i and M2 models with the N55 engine, whose all-plastic factory charge pipe will eventually break at the plastic seam — a matter of when, not if. Once it does, the engine immediately senses a large vacuum leak and the ECU sends the car into limp mode, leaving performance diminished and lackluster. Designed from inception to cure that, its all-aluminum construction is almost indestructible and its CNC machined throttle body connection duplicates the factory fit for a tight, reliable seal. A boss adds two ports upstream so injected water/methanol atomizes properly, with thread depths checked so the nozzles spray without hitting the walls of the threaded holes.
SPECS
- All-aluminum construction
- CNC machined throttle body housing for a proper seal, duplicating the factory fit
- Retains the factory BMW O-ring seal
- Consistent diameter tubing for increased performance
- Raised boss with two ports for water/methanol nozzles, positioned upstream for proper atomization
- Black powder coated finish for an OEM look
- Increased throttle response and reduced throttle lag
- No provision for an external blow-off valve — the N55 diverter valves are internal to the turbo compressor housing
PARTS INCLUDED
- Active Autowerke N55 charge pipe
- High quality silicone couplers
- Stainless steel clamps
- Not included: the factory throttle clip and O-ring
TECH RESOURCES
Additional Parts Required
- BMW factory throttle clip and O-ring — required and NOT included with the charge pipe. Re-use the originals from your factory charge pipe or source replacements from BMW.
- Optional: water/methanol injection nozzles (not included) if you intend to use the two provided boss ports.
- xDrive (xi) cars are not compatible with this pipe. The Active Autowerke F-Chassis X-Drive charge pipe covers the 335i xDrive, 435i xDrive, X3 (F25) and X4 (F26); Active Autowerke lists no charge pipe for the M235i xDrive.
Installation
- Active Autowerke does not publish an installation PDF or video for this charge pipe. Speed Logic offers professional installation — contact us to schedule an install.
Notes
- NOT COMPATIBLE WITH xi (xDrive) MODELS. N55 engine only; confirm your engine and model year with Speed Logic before ordering.
PART NUMBER
- CP-F SERIES
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
| Make | Model | Chassis | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 335i (RWD) | F30 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2012–2015 |
| BMW | 435i (RWD) | F32 / F33 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2014–2016 |
| BMW | 435i Gran Coupe (RWD) | F36 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2015–2016 |
| BMW | M235i (RWD) | F22 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2014–2016 |
| BMW | M235i Convertible (RWD) | F23 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2015–2016 |
| BMW | M2 | F87 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2016–2018 |

