Install Instructions for 75-5045

Before You Start

Note:


This intake kit may not fit with the following Aftermarket Parts installed:

Body Lift or Lowering Kit

Custom Hood

Throttle Body Spacer / Upgrade

Larger Battery Group #


Please read the entire product guide before proceeding.

Ensure all parts are present.

If you are missing any of the components, call our customer support at (909) 947-0015.

Do not work on your vehicle while the engine is hot.

Make sure the engine is turned off and the vehicle is in Park or the Parking Brake is set.

Required Tools

9/16” Wrench or Socket

Phillips head Screwdriver

5/16” Nut Driver or Flat Blade Screwdriver

7/32” Allen Wrench

STEP 1

Turn off the truck and set the parking brake. Disconnect the battery terminals.

IMPORTANT: Failure to disconnect the battery for a minimum of 2 hours may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate upon completion of the installation or subsequent operation.

DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!

STEP 2

Loosen the hose clamp at the turbo.


STEP 3

Loosen the hose clamp on the crankcase vent tube (CVT).


STEP 4

Loosen the clamp at the tube/ airbox connection. Then remove the tube assembly from the truck.


STEP 5

Unclip the airbox cover from the airbox. Remove the cover and filter from the truck.


STEP 6

From under the wheel well, remove the 2 bolts mounting the airbox.


STEP 7

Remove the airbox from the truck.


STEP 8

Remove the OE snorkel from the fender by pressings in the sides and popping it out towards the motor.


STEP 9

For those concerned about engine heat, insert the Airbox End Cap (Q) into the end of the Airbox (P). For those seeking additional airflow, set the Airbox End Cap aside. 


STEP 10

Place the Airbox (P) into the truck. Line the hole in the bottom of the box to the hole on top of the wheel liner. Position the air inlet of the box into the hole in the fender.


STEP 11

Loosely install the Airbox (P) to the wheel liner using the supplied 3/8”x1.0” Button Head Screw (F) and Fender Washer (O) on top and the 3/8” Nylock Nut (N) and Fender Washer (O) in the wheel well.


NOTE:

For C/K models 1996-00: (If equipped) It may be necessary to carefully

bend the mounting tabs on the wastegate vacuum canister to clear the new Airbox.


STEP 12

Install the Silicone Turbo Adapter (H) to the Intake Tube (L). Install the larger ID end on the tube using the #56 Hose Clamp (I). Place the #52 Hose Clamp (G) on the smaller end of the adapter. *Note the clamp position*


STEP 13

Install the intake tube assembly onto the turbo first and tighten the #52 Hose Clamp (G) at the turbo.


STEP 14

Hook the latch on the Intake Tube (L) to the bottom edge of the Airbox (P). Secure the tube to the box using the 2 supplied 5/16 SS Screw (M).


STEP 15

When you are satisfied with the positioning of the box, tighten the hardware mounting the box to the wheel liner.


STEP 16

Install the 2 #16 Hose Clamp (J) on each end of the Silicone CVT Elbow (K).


STEP 17

With the 2 #16 Hose Clamp (J) in place, slip the longer hose end of the assembly onto the OE vent tube and then push the smaller hose end onto the intake tube. Fully tighten all hose clamps.


STEP 18

Completely loosen the #64 Hose Clamp (E) around the air filter base. Then carefully place the Air Filter (D) (base end first) inside the Airbox (P). Push the base of the filter over the Intake Tube (L) and tighten the hose clamp.


STEP 19

Remove the protective covering from the Clear Lid (C), then install the lid. Secure with the 10/24” Screw (A) and Sealing Washer (B). Do not overtighten.


STEP 20

Inspect your installation, make sure the kit is properly positioned and all fasteners are secure. Affix the ID/CARB sticker near the intake kit. The installation is now complete.