Car's Cold Air Inlet System - By: Tauqeer Hassan

The cold air intake system functions by reducing the air temperature flowing to the engine to increase the performance of vehicle. When aftermarket products are used for altering the power of the engine, then it is possible that the engine will not accept the changes. There are some factors that can add to the cold air intake system to not engage perfectly with your engine. The problem can be repaired by performing some simple check and repair on the system. Follow the simple directions for repairs.

Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1:
First, inspect the type of cold air intake system that is installed. The type of short ram air intake systems may not rest away from the engine for collecting cold air. This will not result in producing a lot of performance boost for the engine and can even cut down the efficiency. In case this problem occurs, then a heat shield would have to be bought or it replacement would be needed with a full cold air intake system.

Step 2:
It has to be determined if there are any problems when the vehicle is idle. Sputtering is sometimes caused by a vacuum leak in the air intake tube. The bonnet has to be opened while the vehicle is idle for the purpose of hearing any sounds of the escaping air.

Step 3:
It must be made sure that every holes present in the intake tube is plugged. There is also a possibility that the air intake tube contains more holes than the engine has vacuum hoses. Grommets have to be used that came along with the cold air intake kit used for filling unplugged holes.

Step 4:
Check the intake tube. For accessing the tube, remove the cold air intake system. Make sure there are no obstructions that are restricting the air flow.

Step 5:
Inspect the air filter at the end of the cold air intake tube. There must be no cracks or tears present in the filter. For checking any obstacles blocking the air from being collected in the intake tube, the air filter would have to be removed. The performance of the engine may be improved by buying a higher-end air filter.

Step 6:
The surrounding environment where you live must be considered. If the air filter is resting close to the ground, then it is possible that the water might have entered the engine or the intake system. A mechanic would have to be consulted if you suspect that water has entered the engine. An air bypass valve can be purchased which will decrease the chances of water penetrating into the engine.

Tips and Precautions
- Make sure that the battery is always disconnected before starting the repairing task
- If the engine is hot, never attempt to repair your cold air intake system. Be sure that the engine is cold enough for touch before starting.
- The cold air intake system’s warranty should be checked. It will be less hassle to replace it rather than repairing it.

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