BMW Intercooler - Valeo 17517600531

Product Information

An intercooler is a heat exchanger used in turbocharged or supercharged engines to cool the compressed air before it enters the engine’s intake manifold.

Purpose:

• Reduce air temperature: Compressed air from the turbo or supercharger heats up; cooler air is denser and contains more oxygen, which improves combustion efficiency.
• Improve engine performance: Cooler, denser air allows more fuel to burn, increasing power.
• Protect the engine: Reduces the risk of knocking and excessive thermal stress.

Intercoolers can be air-to-air (uses ambient air to cool the compressed air) or air-to-liquid (uses a coolant or water). They are typically mounted in front of the radiator or in a dedicated location in the engine bay.

• Reduced Engine Power or Boost: Leaks or blockages prevent the engine from receiving properly compressed, cooled air.
• Hissing or Whistling Noise: Air escaping from cracks or loose connections under boost produces noticeable sounds.
• Increased Intake Air Temperature: Engine may run hotter, reducing performance and efficiency.

About Valeo

Valeo is one of the world's largest Tier 1 OEM (original equipment manufacturer) suppliers to the automotive market because of the high quality and wide depth of expertise, spanning powertrain systems, thermal systems, comfort systems and visibility systems. In fact, Valeo is the number one supplier of OEM wiper blades and wiper systems in the world. The same high quality OEM parts are available for aftermarket replacement, so you know you will get superb quality, fit and finish in easy-to-install components.