TuX_69 was asking me how my CAI installation went and asked me to supply some pictures of how everything was done. Injen provides you with all the necessary instructions on how to install the CAI, but nothing on the front bumper. I went the alternate route and did everything through my underpanel, wheelwell, and fog light. Upon writing up the PM to send back to TuX_69, I realized that this information was too good to just give to one person... so I share it with all of you!

Just note that this will show you ONLY how to access the underpanel and wheelwell without breaking anything. As for the rest of the CAI installation, Injen provides you with detailed images and steps for both manual and CVT transmissions. Just work your way around the bumper :grin:

Tools required:
+ Phillips screwdriver
+ Flathead screwdriver
+ 10mm socket wrench (optional, but it will be required for the complete CAI install)

Step 1: Removing the underpanel

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It's fairly painless. Using a flathead screwdriver, pop out each of the tabs. As you can see, I am missing one. When I installed mine, my clumsy friend left one on the floor and he stepped on it, rendering it useless. So please note... keep them safe! Result...

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Easy as pie!


Step 2: Removing the wheelwell

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This is where it gets a little tricky. You will need to turn your wheel inwards (to the right) in order to access the first 2 screws. These can be removed using a phillips screwdriver. They are exactly the same as the ones used in the vent for the stock airduct. Once you remove these, you need to access two more pins...

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The one in the far back is just like the ones on the underpanel. However, the other one is a real pain. It's not a 2 piece pin like the rest. This is one solid pin. You can still pry it out with a flathead and yank it out with your fingers once you can get a good grip on it. There is one final screw you need to get out. I couldn't get a good picture of it, so instead...

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I give you a picture of me removing it! :grin:

It's a combination 10mm nut with a cross thread inside. You could use the phillips to get it out, but they are usually pretty tight. I did it with the 10mm socket wrench (plus an extension) because I didn't want to strip the threading. Once you get everything out, you can push the wheelwell away from you (towards the engine) and pull it out. Result...

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You can see the filter and curve pipe (as well as my remounted tranny cooler and my HID ballast for my left fog :grin: ). You should be able to pull it back far enough to get your hand and forearm in. From here you would pull down on the black tubing while feeding it down from your hood. The curve pipe and filter can be put in from the underpanel. Use a flathead screwdriver with a long neck and wide head when securing these clamps... it makes it several times easier!

You will need to remove the fog light housing to complete the CAI installation because of the location for the vibration mounts for the curve pipe. The fog light is easy to take out, so pictures aren't necessary here.

ENJOY!

This is an awesome thread that you put together for those who do not want to remove the front bumper. Wouldnt it be just as easy to take off the tire as well to gain better access to these screws and pins??

Ya know.....I just still don't get it William......maybe you should just SHOW me how it is done....yeah, yeah....like when my Injen arrives.....ya uh....your pictures are uh....too blury...yeah that's it! Blury....prob have to take the pics over with uh my car...yeah that's it! :laughing: :bwekk:


Very nice man.....+100 for you. Excellent work as always.


Are those dunlops I see??? Nooooooooooooooo! :P

Well Done!!! :beer:
Looking thru this HOW-TO reminded me that I probably need to take a peek at my filter and hydroshield.
They might need cleaning, lol.

Good Share!!
:grouphug:

Yes, they are Dumbflops. What can I say?

I thought long and hard about getting my lancer in blue, but the wife discouraged it. I figured black is a great compromise, other than having to wash it at least every 10 days. All y'all with the blue models though I'm a little jealous :grin:

My son is ALWAYS telling me that I should have got the Blue car. The more I see the Blue...the more I like them.
Now the little wise guiy tells me I should get a pink car next! :laughing:

I feel like Rodney Dangerfield around my house "I get no respect"!

You've got a son.... i have a husband. Basically the same thing... he tells me that EVERY time we drive by one

Great job freakingwil!!!! Love the play by play!

This is a great post and will help me in a week when I get my Injen CAI!!

Thanks everybody! :grin: Hey, would this be sticky worthy? You know... just askin!


You could remove the tire, but you can clearly see that I was able to do it without removing the tire. If I can do it, anybody can!

Very nice write up, thanks :)

Hey hey hey, maybe i should get some credit, because with out me this thread would not have gone ahead!!!

get it sticky

Your 10 mins of fame is over lol onto the next subject.

Sticky......all you gotta do is ask...but you may not have to ask for much longer....
talk to you about that soon. :)