{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-acura-mdx-2004-2006-3-5l-black","title":"Cold Air Intake for Acura MDX (2004-2006) 3.5L - Black","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Black Cold Air Intake for 2004-2006 Acura MDX (J35A5 \/ YD1)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Airflow Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the restrictive factory air box and corrugated piping on the 3.5L V6 to reduce intake temperatures and improve throttle response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock YD1 Intake Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory Acura MDX intake system utilizes a heavily baffled plastic air box equipped with sound resonators and corrugated rubber ducting. While this design minimizes induction noise for the average consumer, it creates significant airflow turbulence and fluid dynamics restrictions. Prolonged engine bay heat exposure causes heat soak within the dense plastic housing, ultimately delivering warmer, less dense air to the throttle body. Over time, the factory rubber couplers are also prone to thermal degradation and cracking, introducing unmetered air and leaning out the air-to-fuel ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cold air intake system eliminates OEM airflow restrictions by utilizing a 3-inch outer diameter (OD) mandrel-bent T-6063 aluminum intake pipe. The aluminum construction ensures rapid heat dissipation compared to factory plastics, while the smooth interior walls maintain optimal laminar flow velocity straight to the intake manifold. The system is finished in a durable black coating that resists engine bay corrosion and maintains a low-profile aesthetic. Paired with a high-flow dry air filter element, the kit dramatically increases the volume of cool, dense air entering the J35A5 combustion chambers. Installation utilizes the included reinforced PVC couplers, heavy-duty clamps, and vacuum hoses to ensure a vacuum-tight seal under heavy engine load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2004-2006 Acura MDX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eJ35A5 V6 \/ YD1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e265 hp \/ 253 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic \u0026amp; Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2005 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic \u0026amp; Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic \u0026amp; Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Acura Performance Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrading the J-Series V6 intake system ensures deeper induction resonance, sharper throttle inputs, and reliable sustained power delivery for the YD1 platform. Eliminating the factory restrictions maximizes volumetric efficiency, letting the 3.5L breathe exactly as engineered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244909605112,"sku":"DS-E190NPNPD","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cold-air-intake-for-acura-mdx-2004-2006-3-5l-black-1.webp?v=1776278183","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/cold-air-intake-for-acura-mdx-2004-2006-3-5l-black","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}