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Silverado Cold air intake Install Guide

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This page covers the US Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 V8.

+5–15 whp (est.)
Medium$300–$4001 hr
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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 old airbox

    • Take it out.
    Watch this step (a K&N intake on a 2007-2013) (0:38–1:25)

  2. Fit the new intake

    • Set it in place.
    Watch this step (1:25–2:34)

  3. Secure the intake

    • Fit and tighten everything.
    Watch this step (3:42–6:03)

  4. Finish up

    • Finish the install.
    Watch this step (6:03–7:04)

  5. Disconnect the factory intake

    • Disconnect the PCV hoses and sensor.
    Watch this step (a K&N intake on a 2014-2018) (1:11–2:08)

  6. Fit the air box

    • Secure the mount and remove the tray.
    Watch this step (2:08–3:11)

  7. Fit the filter adapter

    • Secure it and fit the adapter.
    Watch this step (3:11–4:06)

  8. Fit the tube

    • Move the PCV hoses and fit the tube.
    Watch this step (4:06–5:57)

  9. Disconnect the factory intake

    • Disconnect the PCV hoses and sensor.
    Watch this step (a K&N intake on a 2014-2018) (1:11–2:08)

  10. Fit the air box

    • Secure the mount and remove the tray.
    Watch this step (2:08–3:11)

  11. Fit the filter adapter

    • Secure it and fit the adapter.
    Watch this step (3:11–4:06)

  12. Fit the tube

    • Move the PCV hoses and fit the tube.
    Watch this step (4:06–5:57)

  13. Remove the factory parts

    • Undo the bolts and take out the intake.
    Watch this step (S&B on a 2019-2023) (5:25–9:43)

  14. Prepare the new parts

    • Attach the parts.
    Watch this step (11:07–15:09)

  15. Fit the mounting bracket

    • Fit the bracket and box.
    Watch this step (15:09–17:49)

  16. Fit the filter and tube

    • Fit them and tighten everything.
    Watch this step (17:49–22:09)

  17. Remove the engine cover

    • Take it off.
    Watch this step (K&N on a 2009-2013) (2:16–3:14)

  18. Remove the tube

    • Loosen the intake tube and take off the filter.
    Watch this step (3:14–4:17)

  19. Move the sensor

    • Swap the MAF sensor.
    Watch this step (4:17–5:22)

  20. Fit the coupler

    • Fit the plastic coupler and grommets.
    Watch this step (5:22–9:25)

  21. Fit the new tube

    • Fit the coupler and tube.
    Watch this step (9:25–11:34)

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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