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tC Short ram intake Install Guide

Your tC

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This page covers the US tC.

+5–10 whp (est.)
Medium$250–$3501 hr
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Why do it

Lets the engine breathe and adds sound.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Steps

  1. Fit the new intake

    • Fit the boot and mass sensor.
    Watch this step (5GmotorSports, on a 2007-2010 tC, same job) (1:39–4:49)

  2. Finish up

    • Fit the bracket, clamp and nut.
    Watch this step (5:35–7:07)

  3. Remove the stock intake

    • Undo the tube and box.
    Watch this step (JT43, on a 2011-2016 tC) (2:20–6:34)

  4. Fit the new intake

    • Set it onto the throttle body.
    Watch this step (7:19–9:40)

  5. Finish up

    • Tighten it all and check the sensors.
    Watch this step (14:14–17:17)

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.

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