What does a cold air intake do to an engine?
Interestingly, the cold, dense air allowed by the cold air intake acts more like food for your engine. This means that the lower the temperature of the air driven into your engine, the more efficient your engine will run. This results in more horsepower and torque.
Why did my check engine light come on after cold air intake was put?
Not open for further replies. I put a spectre cold air intake that was made for my car the other day and I reset my ecu and already went 100miles. As soon as that happened the check engine light came ok and now I’m worried. What happened?! I need to get this problem fixed ASAP.
Can a factory air intake system add power?
No, they won’t add quite as much power as other engine mods, but they will help your engine in some other ways. Think of a factory air intake system as like having a cold that clogs up your head and restricts your breathing. Now go running. It’s not going to work very well is it?
How long does it take to install a cool air intake?
Learning how to install a cool air intake is easy and can be completed within 90 minutes. There is no need for extra tools. The basic hand tools are enough. There are installation video and detailed instruction in the kit that it facilitates easy installation.
Interestingly, the cold, dense air allowed by the cold air intake acts more like food for your engine. This means that the lower the temperature of the air driven into your engine, the more efficient your engine will run. This results in more horsepower and torque.
Not open for further replies. I put a spectre cold air intake that was made for my car the other day and I reset my ecu and already went 100miles. As soon as that happened the check engine light came ok and now I’m worried. What happened?! I need to get this problem fixed ASAP.
No, they won’t add quite as much power as other engine mods, but they will help your engine in some other ways. Think of a factory air intake system as like having a cold that clogs up your head and restricts your breathing. Now go running. It’s not going to work very well is it?
How much does a cold air intake cost?
Cold air intakes are a fairly inexpensive modification (typically a few hundred dollars) and easier to install than most other engine modifications.