aFe POWER BladeRunner – Cold Side Charge Pipe Kit

Important Information

Please read the entire instruction manual before proceeding.

• Ensure all components listed are present.
• For technical support, please call 951-493-7185.
• Ensure you have all necessary tools before proceeding.
• Do not attempt to work on your vehicle when the engine is hot.
• Retain factory parts for future use.

Parts List

Required Tools

7mm, 8mm, 10mm sockets, 7/16 socket, 3/16" allen wrench, 24" extension, ratchet, pick, & thread sealant.

Warranty and Emissions Information

Warranty Information available at https://afepower.com/contact#warranty

Emissions Disclaimer: This product is not currently CARB exempt and is not available for purchase in California or for use on any vehicle registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Installation Instructions

Refer to Figure A for Steps 1-5

1. Park the vehicle on level ground and engage the parking brake.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Release the safety clip, by sliding it back, then disconnect the electrical connection for the Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) on the air intake tube. [Sensor Connection]
4. Loosen the two clamps securing the intake tube to the turbo inlet and the intake air box, then remove the intake tube from the vehicle. [Tube Removal]
5. Remove the nut securing the intake air box to the vehicle, then lift upwards to release the air box from the rubber grommets and remove it from the vehicle. [Air Box Removal]

Refer to Figure B for Steps 6-9

1. Release the safety clip, by sliding it back, then disconnect the electrical connection for the intake air temperature sensor on the cold side charge pipe. [Sensor Connection]
2. Expand the retaining clip securing the cold side charge pipe onto the engine inlet, then disconnect it from the engine. [Engine Inlet Disconnect]
3. Expand the retaining clip securing the cold side charge pipe onto the intercooler outlet, then remove the cold side charge pipe from the vehicle. [Intercooler Outlet Disconnect]
4. Remove the factory retaining clips from the cold side charge pipe. Do this by gently lifting the tabs up on each side and sliding the clips out of the slots, set aside for later use. [Clip Removal]

Refer to Figure C for Steps 10-13

1. Transfer the intake air temperature sensor from the factory cold side charge pipe into the fitting closest to the aFe POWER logo on the cold side charge pipe. [Sensor Transfer]
   Note: Be sure to use thread sealant on the plugs or sensors to prevent any leaking.
2. If you are not using any aftermarket sensors, install the 1/8” NPT plug into the threaded fitting on the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe. [Plug Installation]
   Note: Be sure to lubricate the O-ring with grease to prevent tearing during installation.
3. Install the 80mm ID x 5mm W O-ring into the groove on the inside of the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe. [O-ring Installation]
4. Install the upper factory retaining clip from Step 9 onto the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe. [Clip Installation]

Refer to Figure D for Steps 14-17

1. Install the 70mm ID x 5mm W O-ring into the groove on the inside of the aFe POWER quick connect adaptor. [O-ring Installation]
   Note: Be sure to lubricate the O-ring with grease to prevent tearing during installation.
2. Install the lower factory retaining clip from Step 9 onto the aFe POWER quick connect adaptor. [Clip Installation]
3. Install the aFe POWER quick connect adaptor onto the intercooler outlet, and ensure the retaining clip snaps into place all the way around. [Adaptor Installation]
4. Place one of the supplied 3.75"- 4" spring-loaded T-Bolt clamps onto the adaptor from the previous step. [Clamp Placement]

Refer to Figure E for Steps 18-21

1. Install the supplied aFe silicone elbow coupling, 3.50" x 3.45" ID x 14 Deg, and one 3.75"- 4" spring-loaded T-Bolt clamp onto the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe. Do not tighten the clamp yet. [Coupling and Clamp Installation]
2. Install the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe into the vehicle by first connecting the charge pipe to the engine inlet, then sliding the coupling down to connect it to the quick connect adaptor. Do not tighten the clamps yet. [Pipe Installation]
3. Adjust and ensure the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe is not touching anything, then tighten the clamps. Torque all spring-loaded T-Bolt clamps to 10 Ft-lbs or until spring is completely collapsed. [Final Tightening]
4. Reconnect the electrical connection for the intake air temperature sensor on the aFe POWER cold side charge pipe, then lock the safety clip. [Sensor Reconnection]

Refer to Figure F for Steps 22-26

1. Install the intake air box into the vehicle, then secure it with the factory nut. Be sure the bottom mounting pegs go into the factory grommets. [Air Box Installation]
2. Install the air intake tube onto the vehicle, then secure with the factory clamps. [Tube Installation]
3. Reconnect the electrical connection for the MAF sensor, then lock the safety clip. [Sensor Reconnection]
4. Reconnect the negative battery cables. [Battery Reconnection]
5. Installation is now complete.

NOTE: Check all clamps, and connectors are secure after 100-200 miles.

Contact Information

advanced FLOW engineering, inc.
Corona, CA 92879

https://afepower.com/contact