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VS8 06-22-2008 10:08 PM

Aem Cai
 
is there any DIY on how to install aem cold air intake if not can someone tell me how because i searched and found no DIY

nycgps 06-22-2008 11:02 PM

There is no need for DIY.

I dont have it, but isnt it obvious?

Take the front bumper off. u'll know how.

Easy_E1 06-22-2008 11:09 PM

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I just installed one a couple of weeks ago. Should have done a DIY Video.
It really is quite easy to install.

Here's a pic of it installed with out the bumper on. Look for DIY on the front bumper the rest is easy.

Jon316G 06-23-2008 12:01 AM

AEM ships with pretty simple instructions (with pictures too).
Only thing I would ignore from their instructions is to remove the front wheels.
I've been able to take my bumper off several times without taking the wheels off... you'll just have to move them all the way in or out depending on what side you're working on!
I have a PDF version of the instructions, but its 12MB. So unless your email server will allow 12MB attachments (like GMail), I wouldn't be able to send it to you.

VS8 06-23-2008 12:21 AM

how do u take off a veilside bumper

TopGear8 06-23-2008 12:40 AM

^Do exactly the opposite of what you did while putting it on.

VS8 06-23-2008 12:44 AM

i didnt put it on

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 11:49 AM

ok, for anyone with a MT, i juss installed my aem cai, whatd u guys do with the whole VFAD assembly? i didnt know what to do with it so its juss zip tied down, but i juss got a CEL and im bettin thats the problem.

Jon316G 10-07-2008 11:55 AM


Originally Posted by DoubleGoose (Post 2672409)
ok, for anyone with a MT, i juss installed my aem cai, whatd u guys do with the whole VFAD assembly? i didnt know what to do with it so its juss zip tied down, but i juss got a CEL and im bettin thats the problem.

You remove the VFAD assembly (as instructed) and cap the nipple on the intake manifold.
I just zip tied the wire harness off to the side.
Did you remember to cap the inlet nipple on the intake manifold?

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 12:01 PM

hmm, so u take all the tubes of the vfad assembly includign the tubing that connects it to the intake manifold? and anything i should cap it with specifically? and the wiring harness doesnt have to be plugged back into anything else?

Jon316G 10-07-2008 12:09 PM

Did you get this new or used?
New AEM intakes come with directions and page 5 tells you what to do.
If you got this used... yes, remove all the hoses/vacuum lines from the front air duct to the intake manifold.
You then need to cap the nipple to the intake manifold with a rubber vacuum cap.
A new intake will have this included in the packaging.
If you got this used (or simply don't have one) you can buy a variety size pack of rubber vacuum caps from Autozone for a couple dollars.

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 12:13 PM

yeah i got it used, thanks for the advice, ill take care of that later today

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 12:13 PM

oh, and do i have to clear the CEL out somewhere or will it shut off by itself?

Jon316G 10-07-2008 12:16 PM

Use this guide to clear the PCM:


Originally Posted by MazdaManiac (Post 349432)
There are two reset procedures, one for the NVRAM and the other for the KAM. Neither will erase your radio presets and such like the method SpooledUp7 posted:

1) With the key in the off position, press and hold the odometer reset button and turn the key to on;
Continue to hold the odo button until the odometer reads "TEST" and then release.
2) Turn the key to off and repeat step one.

This will reset the entire PCM except the KAM which contains the sensor profiles amongst other things. You can reset it with the familiar procedure:

1) Turn the key to on
2) Depress the brake pedal rapidly 20 times in a row until the oil pressure gauge sweeps to halfway and back again.


Jon316G 10-07-2008 12:17 PM

If you want the PDF on how to install the intake, I can send it to you.
You'll need an email account that can allow attachments more than 12MB (like GMail).

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 12:21 PM

oh, its already installed lol. juss left some tubing of the vfad ziptied there cuz i didnt know what do with it, but i got the cel and that was the prob i think. i juss disconnected the vfad where it came off easier in another part of the tubing

Mazurfer 10-07-2008 12:24 PM

I have the Racing Beat instructions saved as .jpg files and totals only about 1.5M.........can send them to you if you want. Need your E-mail though. Even smaller if I don't include the Ram air instructions. It's not exact AEM, but will show you what to do with the VFAD and bumper etc.
I took my VFAD completely out..................why leave it in there?

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 12:25 PM

ahh! its already installed. lol. hm. why leave it in there? cuz i had no idea what to do with it hahah :lol:

Jon316G 10-07-2008 12:26 PM


Originally Posted by DoubleGoose (Post 2672463)
i juss disconnected the vfad where it came off easier in another part of the tubing

Remove the rest of the tubing, cap the nipple, do the PCM reset and you'll be fine.

Mazurfer 10-07-2008 12:37 PM

I sold it with my stock airbox when I changed over. Didn't see me ever going back the other way.

Anyway.......all you have to do is cap the VFAD port on the intake located right behind the throttle body........this is where you should have taken the long hose off. If you left that hose connected at the throttle body, then cap off that hose somehow, but I'd do it the other way.

Yeah, and you need to reset the PCM.

But think you got it all now.

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 09:15 PM

alright so this is what i did. i took out the whole vfad assembly, then plugged the nipple with a rubber vacuum cap. then i followed ur steps to clear the pcm...now, theres still a CEL on. i ran a scan and i got the p2097 error. i searched it on here and some people say it might be an error with the o2 sensor, so i swapped out the o2 sensor on the aem with the one from stock, and re-ran the steps to clear the pcm. and still have the light. any advice anyone? :sadwavey:

Jon316G 10-07-2008 09:21 PM


Originally Posted by DoubleGoose (Post 2673259)
i searched it on here and some people say it might be an error with the o2 sensor, so i swapped out the o2 sensor on the aem with the one from stock, and re-ran the steps to clear the pcm. and still have the light. any advice anyone? :sadwavey:

I'm confused on this quote!
Are you saying that you received a used AEM intake WITH a MAF sensor attached?

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 09:35 PM

yeah heres a pic, its bad cuz its dark out, but you'll see.

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f3...ose/intake.jpg

Jon316G 10-07-2008 09:37 PM

LOL... unfortunately I can't see anything right now because I'm at work and the company has filters for Photobucket.
You can attach it and I can see it, just can't be linked to another site like Photobucket!

DoubleGoose 10-07-2008 09:41 PM

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