• Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines
  • Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines
  • Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines

Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines

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Your Magnum V8 is suffocating behind a wall of restrictive plastic. It’s time to let the legendary 318 and 360 breathe, unlock the throttle response you deserve, and unleash that classic Mopar induction roar.

Performance Cold Air Intake System for 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota (5.2L/5.9L Magnum V8)

The Second Generation Dodge Dakota occupies a sweet spot in truck history: a mid-size chassis stuffed with full-size muscle. Whether you are running the reliable 5.2L (318 ci) or the torque-heavy 5.9L (360 ci) Magnum V8, you have an engine platform known for durability. However, the factory intake system is a major bottleneck. Designed primarily for noise suppression, the stock airbox forces air through a convoluted, ribbed plastic path that creates turbulence and restricts volume, making the truck feel lazy off the line.

This T304 aluminum cold air intake deletes the restrictive factory baffling, replacing it with a smooth, mandrel-bent aluminum tube and a high-flow conical filter. By straightening the airflow path and removing obstructions, we allow the engine to ingest a larger volume of cooler, denser air with less resistance. For the driver, this translates to sharper throttle response and a noticeable pull in the mid-to-high RPM range where the Magnum engines traditionally run out of breath.

Beyond the dyno numbers, the auditory shift is immediate. At idle, it remains subtle, but crack the throttle wide open and you get the deep, aggressive induction growl that Mopar V8s are famous for. This is a bolt-on modification that cleans up your engine bay, eliminates the need for disposable paper filters, and wakes up the sleeping giant under your hood.

Why You Need This Upgrade

  • Unrestrict the V8: Replaces the turbulent factory airbox with smooth piping to boost horsepower and torque by up to 10%.
  • Sharper Throttle Response: Reduces intake restriction, allowing the engine to rev freer and react faster to pedal input.
  • The Magnum Sound: Transforms the muted stock engine note into a deep, sporty growl during acceleration.
  • Lifetime Maintenance: Features a washable, reusable high-flow filter that only needs cleaning every 50,000 miles (under normal conditions).
  • Under-Hood Aesthetics: The polished T304 aluminum piping adds a clean, custom look to the engine bay compared to the dull OEM plastic.
Fitment 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota
Engine Code 5.2L (318) & 5.9L (360) Magnum V8
Installation Easy / < 60 Minutes
Material T304 Lightweight Aluminum

Installation Notes

This system is designed for a straightforward installation using basic hand tools (screwdrivers and socket wrenches). No cutting or drilling is required. Crucial Step: After installation, disconnect your negative battery terminal for 10-15 minutes. This resets the ECU, forcing the computer to relearn fuel trims for the increased airflow, ensuring you get the maximum performance benefit immediately.

Replaces These OEM Applications

Fitment Warning: This intake is strictly for the V8 Magnum engines listed below. It will NOT fit the V6 or 4-cylinder models, nor will it fit the 4.7L PowerTech V8.

  • 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota (5.2L V8)
  • 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota (5.9L V8)

Exclusion Note: Will not fit 2000-2003 Dodge Durango with Cruise Control.

Ditch the plastic snorkel and let your Dakota breathe. Grab this intake today to improve fuel economy, sound, and power in less than an hour of wrenching.

Engine Safety Rating
Difficulty 

Fitment

Make

Dodge

Engine Size
  • 5.2L
  • 5.9L

Year
  • 1997
  • 1998
  • 1999

Installation & Tools

The Wrench Time: 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota 5.2L 5.9L

  • Estimated Time: 45-60 Minutes
  • Difficulty: 3/10 - Basic bolt-on procedure, but requires patience when dealing with twenty-plus-year-old underhood plastics.

Tools You Will Need

  • 10mm and 13mm sockets with a 3/8" drive ratchet and a 6-inch extension (for battery and fender bolts).
  • 8mm socket or a wide Flathead screwdriver (for factory hose clamps).
  • 5/16" nut driver (for tightening aftermarket worm-gear clamps precisely without stripping).
  • Panel popper tool (to safely pry factory wiring harness clips off the OEM airbox).
  • Silicone spray lubricant (crucial for seating new grommets and slipping hoses onto fittings).
Mechanic’s Pro Tip (The "Gotcha"):
The Magnum V8 community universally despises the factory "frying pan" air hat that sits on top of the throttle body. When you remove it, the thick factory rubber base gasket almost always sticks to the throttle body lip. If you don’t completely peel this old gasket off and clean the metal rim before clamping down your new silicone coupler, you will create a massive vacuum leak resulting in a dangerously high, surging idle. Furthermore, be hyper-careful with the hard plastic crankcase breather tube running to the passenger valve cover—it becomes incredibly brittle over time and will snap if you bend it instead of pulling it straight out.

Phase 1: Removing the Factory Part from your 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota 5.2L 5.9L

  1. Disconnect the Battery: Always start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal using a 10mm wrench to prevent check engine lights and clear the ECU’s long-term fuel trims.
  2. Remove the Breather Hose: Locate the hard plastic crankcase breather tube connecting the factory "frying pan" air hat to the passenger side valve cover. Grip the rubber elbow firmly and twist while pulling upward to separate it from the valve cover without snapping the brittle plastic.
  3. Unbolt the Factory Airbox: Move to the passenger side inner fender. Use your 13mm socket and extension to remove the mounting bolts holding the factory filter housing to the fender apron. Use a panel popper to gently pry any wiring harness clips anchored to the plastic housing.
  4. Detach the Air Hat: Loosen the primary clamp securing the round air hat to the top of the dual-bore throttle body using an 8mm socket or flathead screwdriver. Lift the entire factory assembly straight up and remove it from the engine bay.
  5. Clean the Throttle Body: Peel off the factory rubber sealing ring from the top of the throttle body. Use a clean rag to wipe away any carbon or oil residue on the mating surface so your new intake has a perfect seal against the "beer keg" intake manifold.

Phase 2: Installing the Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines

  1. Mount the Throttle Body Coupler: Slide the new silicone coupler onto the clean throttle body lip. Snug the lower clamp down using your 5/16" nut driver. Do not overtighten; just make sure it is fully seated below the throttle body rim so it won’t blow off under load.
  2. Assemble and Mount the Heat Shield: Assemble the supplied metal heat shield and rubber edge trim. Bolt the heat shield into the factory mounting holes on the passenger fender using your 10mm socket and the hardware provided in your kit.
  3. Prep the Intake Tube (Sensor Protocol): If your specific kit requires relocating the IAT (Intake Air Temperature) sensor from the manifold into the tube, spray the provided rubber grommet with silicone lube, insert it into the drilled hole on the intake pipe, and gently push the sensor in with a twisting motion to avoid tearing the rubber. For most standard Magnum kits, simply attach the supplied rubber breather hose nipple.
  4. Route the Pipe and Connect Hoses: Slide the main aluminum intake pipe through the heat shield and firmly into the throttle body coupler. Tighten the upper clamp with your 5/16" nut driver. Next, route the new flexible silicone crankcase hose from the fitting on your intake pipe directly to the passenger side valve cover port.
  5. Install the Filter and Relearn: Slide the high-flow cone filter onto the end of the intake pipe inside the heat shield compartment. Lock it down with your 5/16" nut driver. Reconnect the negative battery terminal. CRITICAL: On the first startup, do not touch the gas pedal for at least 20 seconds. Let the engine idle on its own so the ECU can calibrate to the massive increase in airflow.

Disclaimer: This is a general guide provided for the 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota 5.2L 5.9L. Always refer to your factory service manual for exact torque specifications and safety procedures.

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Cold Air Intake for Dodge Dakota (1997-1999) 5.2L/5.9L V8 Engines

$169.99