How to Install a Short Ram Air Intake System

Installing a short ram intake on your engine system may seem complicated. But with the right knowledge and a bit of mechanical ability, your engine can enjoy the benefits of the short ram intake. Here are the things to keep in mind when installing your short ram intake.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• Mechanic's wrenches
• Clymer or Hayes repair manual
• Short Ram air intake kit
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Hoses and hose clamps

Prep for Installation

1. Disconnect your negative battery cable. This will keep you from getting jolted and is standard precaution.
2. Remove the original air intake system. Be sure you follow your vehicle's repair manual instructions. You'll find Clymer or Hayes manuals for almost every make and model of automobile.
3. Move the air-flow sensor from the old inlet pipe to the new short ram pipe. The sensor usually just requires the removal of some Phillips head screws to transfer. Use the hex bolts provided with your short ram intake and install the sensor in its new location.
4. Secure the coupling and filter to each end of the pipe. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions carefully.
5. Check for any debris in the pipe before installing it to the intake. These might include packing material or metal shavings. You don't want that stuff in your engine, which is where it will end up if you leave it in the pipe.

Install the Short Ram Intake

6. Slide the assembled short ram intake onto the throttle body.
7. Attach the intake tube to the C-bracket using a 6 mm hex bolt and wrench. Tighten the nut.
8. Tighten the hose clamps. At the throttle body, turn the hex nut with your wrench until the hose clamps are tight.
9. Connect the evaporation canister hose. This is located on a nipple on the intake and should simply slide into place.
10. Plug in the air-flow sensor.
11. Install the engine cover according to your repair manual.