• Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2016) 5.0L V8 Engine - Red
  • Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2016) 5.0L V8 Engine - Red

Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2017) 5.0L Engine - Red

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Tired of your S550 Mustang’s potential being stifled by a restrictive factory intake? Unlock the true power and exhilarating roar of your 5.0L Coyote V8 with an immediate upgrade that you’ll feel in every drive.

Performance Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2016) 5.0L Coyote V8

The stock air box in your 2015-2016 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8 is designed primarily for quiet operation and cost-effectiveness, not maximum performance. This often leads to a significant bottleneck in airflow, restricting your engine’s ability to breathe freely, especially during high-demand situations like track runs or spirited street driving. This limitation directly impacts horsepower, torque, and overall throttle response.

This precision-engineered cold air intake system specifically targets and eliminates those factory restrictions. By drawing in a larger volume of cooler, denser air directly to your 5.0L Coyote engine, it optimizes combustion efficiency, delivering a noticeable boost in horsepower and torque. Experience sharper throttle response across the entire RPM range, giving you immediate acceleration and a more aggressive, satisfying induction sound.

Why You Need This Upgrade

  • Increased Horsepower & Torque: Unlock your 5.0L V8’s true potential with measurable gains in both power and pulling force.
  • Sharper Throttle Response: Eliminate intake lag for instant, responsive acceleration, making every drive more engaging.
  • Optimized Fuel Efficiency: Improve air-to-fuel ratios for a cleaner, more efficient burn, potentially leading to better mileage.
  • Aggressive Engine Tone: Enhance the sound of your Mustang’s V8 with a deeper, more commanding induction roar.
  • Superior Filtration & Airflow: High-flow filter media blocks harmful contaminants while ensuring maximum, consistent air velocity.

Technical Specifications

Fitment 2015-2017 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8
Factory Stats Stock: 435 HP / 400 lb-ft
Installation Moderate / 1-2 Hours

Replaces These OEM Applications

Compatible Vehicles:

  • 2015 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L V8
  • 2016 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L V8

Unleash Your S550 Mustang Today

Don’t let a restrictive factory airbox hold back your S550 Mustang’s 5.0L Coyote V8 engine. Shop with confidence knowing that PerformanceChipTuning.com delivers the best cold air intake systems with fast shipping and expert support for your Ford Mustang.

Engine Safety Rating
Difficulty 

Fitment

Make

Ford

Engine Size
  • 5.0L

Year
  • 2015
  • 2016
  • 2017

Installation & Tools

The Wrench Time

  • Estimated Time: 45-60 Minutes
  • Difficulty: 3/10 - A straightforward driveway bolt-on, but requires patience with the Coyote’s notoriously brittle factory plastics and the delicate MAF sensor.

Tools You Will Need

  • 10mm Deep Socket & Ratchet (For the battery terminal and factory airbox mounting bolt)
  • 8mm Socket or 5/16" Nut Driver (For factory and aftermarket hose clamps)
  • T20 Torx Driver (Critical for removing the factory MAF sensor)
  • Needle-Nose Pliers (For the S550 factory sound tube clamp)
  • Flathead Screwdriver (For popping any plastic harness retaining clips)
Mechanic’s Pro Tip (The "Gotcha"):
The 2015-2016 Ford Mustang 5.0L features a maze of rigid plastic PCV and EVAP lines connecting to the factory intake. The retaining clips on these lines are incredibly brittle after years of heat cycling. Do not pry them with a screwdriver! Push the fitting IN toward the tube first, slide the locking tab over, and then pull straight off. Additionally, this is the perfect time to unbolt and cap off that useless factory sound tube (sound symposer) that clutters your S550 engine bay.

Phase 1: Removing the Factory Part

  1. Disconnect the Battery: Always start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal using a 10mm socket to prevent check engine lights and allow the ECU to reset.
  2. Unplug the MAF Sensor: Locate the Mass Air Flow sensor on the factory airbox tube. Slide the red locking tab back, press down firmly on the clip, and carefully disconnect the wiring harness. Tuck it safely out of the way.
  3. Disconnect PCV, EVAP, and Sound Tube: Disengage the plastic breather lines from the factory intake tube (remember the push-in trick from the Pro Tip). Use your pliers to squeeze the spring clamp holding the factory sound tube to the intake, and wiggle it free.
  4. Loosen Hose Clamps: Use your 8mm socket to loosen the primary hose clamp securing the factory intake tube to the throttle body.
  5. Remove the Factory Airbox: Remove the single 10mm bolt securing the factory airbox to the driver’s side fender well. Firmly pull the entire airbox and tube assembly straight up to pop it out of the lower rubber mounting grommets.

Phase 2: Installing the Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2016) 5.0L Engine - Red

  1. Transfer the MAF Sensor: Using your T20 Torx driver, carefully remove the two screws holding the MAF sensor inside the factory airbox. Gently pull the sensor out. Do not touch the exposed MAF element wire! Transfer it immediately to your new Red Cold Air Intake tube and secure it using the supplied aftermarket hardware.
  2. Mount the Heat Shield: Drop the new aftermarket heat shield into the factory location, seating the bottom mounting pegs directly into the factory lower rubber grommets. Secure the top tab using the original 10mm bolt.
  3. Install the Couplers and Tube: Slide the provided silicone coupler onto the throttle body and lightly tighten the 8mm hose clamp. Insert the new red intake tube into the throttle body coupler and guide it through the heat shield. Tighten all 8mm clamps until snug.
  4. Reconnect Lines and Harness: Push your factory PCV and EVAP lines onto the new billet fittings on the intake tube until you hear an audible click. Plug the MAF sensor harness back in and engage the red locking tab.
  5. Install the Filter and Reconnect Battery: Slide the high-flow air filter onto the end of the intake tube inside the heat shield and lock it down with your 8mm socket. Reconnect your negative battery terminal with your 10mm socket.
  6. The First Startup Protocol: Start your 2015-2016 Ford Mustang 5.0L. Do not touch the gas pedal for at least 20 seconds. Let the Coyote idle completely untouched so the ECU can read the new MAF parameters and calibrate to the increased airflow volume.

Disclaimer: This is a general guide provided for the 2015-2016 Ford Mustang 5.0L. Always refer to your factory service manual for exact torque specifications and safety procedures.

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Cold Air Intake for Ford Mustang (2015-2017) 5.0L Engine - Red

$159.99