Brute force intake system 1997-2003 ford f-series exc. super-duty & lightning 5.4l v8;
1997-2004 ford expedition 5.4l v8; 1998-1999 lincoln navigator 5.4l v8 (13 pages)
PARTS LIST Description Qty. Part Number Element Parts Kit 2.50 X 5" Dry Ele. 21-201DK Upper Pipe 2-516 Lower Pipe 2-517 Hose, Silicone 2.50x3" Blk. 5-250 Hose, Silicone 2.50x2" Black 5-252 Hose; 3/8"ID X 22"L 5-1022 Mount, Rubber 1" X 6mm 1228599 Grommet, 1/2"...
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Failure to follow installation instructions and not using the provided hardware may damage the intake tube, throttle body and engine. ® The AEM intake system is a performance product that can be used safely during mild weather conditions. During harsh and inclement weather conditions, you must return your vehicle to stock OEM air box and intake tract configuration.
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Remove these hose clamps. e. Remove the breather hose from the lower f. Loosen the two hose clamps on the rubber airbox. Remove the lower airbox from the tube between the throttle body and intake vehicle. manifold. Remove the rubber tube from the vehicle.
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Install the 2.50” x 2.00” silicone hose on the c. Install the short AEM intake pipe between ® shorter leg of the short AEM intake pipe. the intake manifold and the throttle body. The Install one of the 2.50” x 3.00” silicone hoses longer leg attaches to the intake manifold and on the longer leg of the same pipe.
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Refer to the following diagram for proper installation of the assembly. ® h. Proper installation of the rubber-mount i. Install the AEM air filter from the fender well assembly of the vehicle. Position the air filter so that it is...
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Use AEM Dryflow cleaning kit part # 21-110. ® b. Use aluminum polish to clean your polished AEM intake tube. ® c. Use window cleaner to clean your powder coated AEM intake tube. (NOTE: DO NOT USE aluminum polish on powder coated AEM intake tubes).
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® If AEM Bypass Valve (part # 20-401S) is installed, install the bypass valve as shown in the figure below. ® The intake pipe will require modification so follow the instructions included with the AEM Bypass Valve accordingly.
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