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Performance Air Intake Installation

Install a cold-air or short-ram intake kit for better airflow, a sportier sound, and cleaner underhood looks.

Difficulty: easy~12 hrs1–2 hours
Estimated total
$265–850
Parts$150–500
Labor$115–350
Labor time12 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

We remove the factory airbox and intake tubing and install an aftermarket intake kit — piping, filter, heat shield, and sensor fittings. We reseat the mass airflow sensor correctly, check all clamps and couplers, then verify there are no vacuum leaks or check-engine codes before handing the car back.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Engine feels flat at higher RPM
  • You want a sportier intake sound under acceleration
  • Factory airbox is cracked, brittle, or missing pieces
  • You bought an intake kit and want it installed correctly
  • Aftermarket filter was installed poorly and set off the check engine light
Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
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Often done together.