Engine Air Filter for Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country & VW Routan

An Engine Air Filter for the Grand Caravan, Town & Country, and Routan

This is a direct-fit engine air filter built for the 2011-2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, and 2011-2014 Volkswagen Routan, cross-referenced to OE number 04861737AA. If your minivan's engine feels a little sluggish, fuel economy has crept down, or it's simply been a while since the air filter was last checked, a clogged engine air filter is one of the easiest and most affordable things to rule out first.

Why the Same Filter Covers a Dodge, a Chrysler, and a Volkswagen

The Volkswagen Routan was built for Chrysler as a badge-engineered version of the Grand Caravan and Town & Country, assembled on the same minivan platform and sharing the same engine and engine bay layout despite wearing a different automaker's logo. Because the air filter housing and intake tract are identical across all three vans regardless of badge, a single filter with the same OE number fits all three, which is a common pattern for this kind of joint manufacturing arrangement between automakers.

Key Features

• Cross-referenced to OE number 04861737AA and interchange numbers LX3158, AF5198, and CA11050
• Direct-fit replacement for hassle-free installation
• Helps maintain airflow and protect the engine from dirt and debris
• Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Type: Engine air filter
• Placement: Front
• OE part number: 04861737AA
• Warranty: 1 year
• Condition: New

Compatibility

Fits the 2011-2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, and 2011-2014 Volkswagen Routan. Because these vans were offered with more than one engine option across these years, it's worth confirming your specific engine against the OE number above before ordering, or contacting us with your VIN if you're unsure.

Signs Your Engine Air Filter Needs Replacing

A dirty or clogged air filter typically shows up as reduced acceleration, a slight drop in fuel economy, a rough or uneven idle, or in more visible cases, a filter element that looks gray, dusty, or packed with debris when you pull it out for a look. Because the air filter's job is simply to keep dirt, dust, and debris out of the engine while still letting enough air through for proper combustion, a filter that's overdue for replacement forces the engine to work harder to draw in the air it needs, which is what shows up as sluggish performance and lower mileage.

Why Regular Replacement Matters

Unlike a part that fails outright, a clogged air filter tends to degrade performance gradually enough that many drivers don't notice until after the new filter is installed and the difference becomes obvious. Because the filter is one of the few engine components designed to be replaced on a routine schedule rather than only when something breaks, keeping a fresh filter in place is a simple way to protect the engine's internals from abrasive dirt and debris while keeping fuel economy and throttle response where they should be.

Installation Notes

Replacing this filter means locating the air filter housing under the hood, releasing the retaining clips or screws holding the housing lid closed, lifting out the old filter, wiping down the inside of the housing, and setting the new filter in place before closing the lid. Because the filter only fits one way inside the housing, most airflow arrows or markings on the filter's frame are there to help you confirm it's installed facing the correct direction before you close everything back up.

Ordering Information

This air filter is in stock and ships ready to install. Our Shipping Information page covers current timelines, and our Warranty and Returns pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific van and engine? Our Request a Part page is the fastest way to confirm before you order.

Related Parts

This air filter is listed in our Dodge and Volkswagen collections, along with our Filters collection, where you'll find other maintenance parts for the Grand Caravan, Town & Country, and Routan.