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Cobalt SS Cold air intake Install Guide

Your Cobalt SS

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This page covers the US Cobalt SS.

+5–12 whp (est.)
Medium$250–$2501–2 hrs
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Why do it

Lets the supercharger breathe.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Steps

  1. Remove the stock intake

    • Take off the clamp and stock intake.
    Watch this step (ZZPerformance, on a Cobalt SS) (6:12–10:51)
  2. Fit the new intake

    • Fit the coupler and new intake, then tighten it.
    Watch this step (13:55–18:40)
  3. Remove the stock parts

    • Pull the vent hose and loosen the clamp.
    Watch this step (AirIntakeReviews, on a turbo Cobalt SS) (0:35–1:37)
  4. Fit the heat shield

    • Fit the hardware and silicone hose.
    Watch this step (1:37–2:41)
  5. Fit the tube and filter

    • Set the shield in and fit the tube and filter.
    Watch this step (2:41–3:30)

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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.

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