With the ignition switched off and the parking brake set. Disconnect the negative battery cable on the passenger side.

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!

Warning!: The Jeep JL’s have a smaller secondary battery underneath the main battery and fuse box. This battery will remain connected during the install so keep in mind that the wires are still live when working on your vehicle.  

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Remove the two EVAP tubes from the stock airbox by pressing down on the grey plastic retainer clips and pulling the tube fittings away from the stock airbox.

Disconnect the IAT electrical harness from the IAT sensor by pressing down on the locking tab and pulling off the IAT sensor connector.

Disconnect the IAT harness clip from the stock intake tube.

Tools Required: Panel Popper

Remove the two bolts securing the stock intake tube to the fan shroud.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Loosen the hose clamp securing the stock intake tube to the turbo resonator.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 8mm Socket/Wrench

Loosen the hose clamp securing the stock intake tube to the intake air box, then remove the stock intake tube from the vehicle.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 8mm Socket/Wrench

Remove the bolt securing the stock intake box to the fender.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Lift the stock intake box to unseat the prongs from the grommets then remove the stock intake box from the vehicle.

Check to make sure the two grommets are still in place in the vehicle. If they are missing, they were probably removed with the stock intake box. If the grommets came out of the vehicle with the stock intake box, remove the grommets from the stock intake box and reinstall into the vehicle.

Remove the bolt, closest to the fender, from the battery tray bracket.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Remove the two bolts securing the wire harness bracket to the turbo resonator chamber.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Disconnect the clip securing the wire harness to the turbo resonator.

Tools Required: Panel Popper

Remove the crimp/ear hose clamp, securing the turbo resonator chamber to the turbo coupler, by cutting through the “ear” of the hose clamp. 

Tools Required: Heavy Duty Wire Cutters

Remove the turbo resonator from the vehicle.

Install the IAT Sensor Grommet (J) into the Intake Tube (B).

Notice the position of the IAT sensor on the stock intake tube. Turn the sensor counterclockwise to unlock, then pull out.

Install the IAT sensor into the Intake Tube (B). Make sure the sensor is installed in the same position as the stock intake tube.

Install the 90° Fitting, 3/8” Hose to 3/8” NPT (H) into the tube finger tight. Then using a wrench, turn it at least one full rotation, then turn it to so that it is pointing in the direction shown.

Install the plastic Cable Clamp, 3/8” (R) on to the EVAP Fitting (I) as shown. Be sure to install it in the correct orientation.

Insert the #10-24 X 3/8” Screw (S) through the Cable Clamp, 3/8” (R), and into the tube. Position the EVAP Fitting (I) as shown and tighten the screw. Install the Hose 3/8” ID X 19” LG (Q) on to the 90° Fitting and EVAP Fitting as shown.

Install the Tube Seal (D) onto the Intake Box (A).

Install the Fender Seal (C) onto the Intake Box (A).

Install the Lid Seal (F) into the groove on top of the Intake Box (A). Cut away any excess lid seal.

Tools Required: Scissors

Install and tighten the Bracket (K) with the M6 Bolt (L) onto the Intake Box (A). Do not overtighten.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Install the Intake Box (A) into the vehicle, making sure the prongs align with the two grommets, then push down on the intake box to fully seat the prongs.

Position the Fender Seal (C) up against the fender then secure the Bracket (K) to the battery tray bracket with a supplied M6 Bolt (L). Do not overtighten.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Place the supplied #64 Hose Clamp (N) onto the turbo coupler, do not tighten.

Install the Intake Tube (B) into the Intake Box (A) at an upward angle.

Rotate the Intake Tube (B) downward and install into the turbo coupler.

Once the Intake Tube is installed into the turbo coupler, tighten the #64 Hose Clamp (N). Do not overtighten.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 8mm Socket/Wrench

Install the wire harness bracket onto the Intake Tube (B) with the M6 Bolts (L).

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

Connect the IAT electrical harness into the IAT sensor.

Reconnect the two EVAP tubes to the EVAP Fitting (I). There should be an audible click when the tubes are fully inserted.

Install the Air Filter (E) and #80 Hose Clamp (M) onto the Intake Tube (B) then tighten the hose clamp. Do not overtighten.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 8mm Socket/Wrench

Remove the protective covering from the Clear Lid (G).

Place the Clear Lid (G) onto the Intake Box (A) then secure using the provided Lid Screws and Washer (O & P). Do not overtighten.

Tools Required: Screwdriver

Reconnect the negative terminal on battery. Inspect your installation, make sure the kit is properly positioned and all fasteners are secured. S&B Filters recommends keeping all stock parts in case you would ever need to reinstall the stock intake.

Tools Required: Ratchet, 10mm Socket/Wrench

The installation is now complete.