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Stinger Intercooler Install Guide

Your Stinger

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This page covers the US Stinger.

+5–15 whp (est.)
Expert$1,500–$1,5006 hrs
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Why do it

Keeps charge air cool on hard pulls.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Before you start

  • The air guide shroud must be trimmed for this kit.

Steps

  1. Clear the ducts

    • Remove the intake ducts and unplug the sensors.
    Watch this step (Mishimoto, on a Stinger GT) (4:08–6:55)

  2. Remove the valves

    • Take off the solenoid, blow-off valves and TMAP plug.
    Watch this step (6:55–9:04)

  3. Remove the stock cooler

    • Take off the strut bars, pipes and cooler.
    Watch this step (9:04–17:47)

  4. Refit the intakes and pipe

    • Refit the intakes and feed in the cold pipe.
    Watch this step (17:47–20:37)

  5. Refit the valves

    • Refit the valves, hoses and top shroud.
    Watch this step (20:37–24:28)

  6. Fit the new cooler

    • Bolt in the cooler and refit the splash shield.
    Watch this step (26:10–30:05)

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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