Cold Air Intake for Jeep Cherokee (2014-2018) 3.2L

High-Flow Aluminum Cold Air Intake for 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee (KL)

What it Does: The Cold Air Intake Kit replaces the restrictive factory airbox and corrugated ducting on the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee to maximize volumetric efficiency and sharpen throttle response across low and mid RPM bands.

The Stock Jeep Cherokee Airflow Restriction

The factory intake tract on the KL platform utilizes corrugated rubber tubing and an enclosed, baffled airbox engineered primarily for noise suppression rather than velocity. These internal ridges cause turbulent air eddies and boundary-layer separation right before the throttle body. Furthermore, the OEM high-density paper filter creates significant flow restriction under load, while the plastic intake assembly absorbs radiant under-hood heat, causing heat soak that leads the powertrain control module to pull ignition timing on the 3.2L Pentastar V6.

The Engineering Solution

This short-ram system eliminates intake tract turbulence by utilizing lightweight, mandrel-bent T-304 aluminum tubing with a polished finish. The smooth inner surface sustains high airflow velocity and laminar delivery directly into the intake manifold. Included is a high-flow, washable, dry cone filter that provides superior filtration efficiency without oil residue, protecting intake sensors from contamination. By lowering air resistance, the engine breathes freely, yielding measurable gains in throttle responsiveness, mid-range torque, and a pronounced induction acoustic profile under load.

What's Included

• 1 x Polished T-304 Aluminum Intake Pipe
• 1 x High-Flow Washable, Reusable Dry Cone Air Filter
• Mounting Couplers, Clamps, and Installation Hardware

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee (KL) 3.2L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmissions)

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the KL Cherokee?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee equipped with the 3.2L Pentastar engine. This kit does not fit 2.4L I4 Tigershark or 2.0L Turbo models.

Is an ECU tune required after installation?

No calibration is required; the factory engine management system automatically scales fuel trim parameters to accommodate the increased airflow volume.

The Jeep Durability Standard

Built to handle the harsh vibrations of off-road washboards and the prolonged heat cycles of highway towing, this T-304 aluminum assembly ensures robust structural integrity and consistent intake velocity in demanding environments.