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BRZ / 86 Cold air intake

Your BRZ / 86

Pick your year to see what fits.

This page covers the US BRZ, FR-S, 86 and GR86.

+3–10 whp (est.)
Medium$424–$4241–2 hrs
All BRZ / 86 mods

Why do it

Pulls cooler air for more power and better sound.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Steps

  1. Remove the airbox

    • Undo the clamps and take out the airbox.
    Watch this step (on an FR-S/BRZ/86) (0:46–2:31)

  2. Move the sensor

    • Take out the filter and fit the sensor on the new tube.
    Watch this step (2:31–4:13)

  3. Fit the trim

    • Fit the trim.
    Watch this step (4:13–4:50)

  4. Fit the new airbox

    • Set the box in place.
    Watch this step (4:50–6:55)

  5. Connect the tube

    • Fit the coupler and tighten the clamps.
    Watch this step (6:55–9:10)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.