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Cold Air Intake for Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2011) 3.8L Engine

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Eliminate Airflow Restrictions on Your 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler JK 3.8L V6 EGH

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler JK owners running the 3.8L V6 EGH engine who need more passing power and better performance on the trail.

The Problem: The 3.8L V6 EGH is a reliable pushrod engine, but in the JK chassis, it’s hampered by a restrictive factory airbox and corrugated plastic intake tube. This setup is designed more for sound dampening than flow, leading to noticeable "dead spots" in the power band and a sluggish throttle response when you’re trying to climb or overtake on the highway.

The Solution: We engineered this intake system to maximize the volumetric efficiency of the 3.8L V6 EGH. By replacing the baffled stock housing with mandrel-bent T304 aluminum piping and a high-velocity filter, we reduce intake air temperatures and provide the straight-shot airflow this engine needs to breathe properly under load.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

  • Optimized Air Velocity: The smooth-bore T304 aluminum tubing maintains higher air velocity compared to the turbulent factory plastic, resulting in a documented boost in horsepower and torque.
  • Combat Heat Soak: Unlike thin plastic OE components that trap heat, our aluminum piping helps dissipate engine bay heat more effectively, ensuring a denser oxygen charge reaches the combustion chamber.
  • Serviceable Design: Forget buying paper filters every oil change. This kit features a high-flow, washable, and reusable oiled media filter that only requires maintenance every 50,000 miles under normal driving conditions.

Technical Specifications

Fitment 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler JK
Engine Family Chrysler EGH 3.8L V6
Factory Ratings 202 HP & 237 lb-ft Torque
Material T304 Lightweight Mandrel-Bent Aluminum

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

  • 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & 4-Door) 3.8L V6
  • 2008 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & 4-Door) 3.8L V6
  • 2009 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & 4-Door) 3.8L V6
  • 2010 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & 4-Door) 3.8L V6
  • 2011 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & 4-Door) 3.8L V6

Interchange Part Numbers:

3.8L V6 EGH, T304 Aluminum Intake, Jeep JK 2007, Jeep JK 2008, Jeep JK 2009, Jeep JK 2010, Jeep JK 2011

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. As tuners, we know the early JK needs every bit of help it can get. This intake is a "day one" modification that provides a crisp induction note and more consistent power delivery. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.

Engine Safety Rating
Difficulty 

Fitment

Make

Jeep

Engine Size
  • 3.8L

Year
  • 2007
  • 2008
  • 2009
  • 2010
  • 2011

Installation & Tools

The Wrench Time

  • Estimated Time: 45-60 Minutes
  • Difficulty: 2/10 - Basic hand tools required. A straightforward driveway bolt-on, provided you don’t break the fragile factory sensors.

Tools You Will Need

  • 10mm Socket & Wrench: For battery terminals and airbox mounting bolts.
  • 8mm Socket or Nut Driver: For throttle body and intake tube hose clamps.
  • Panel Popper Tool: For removing the factory wiring harness clips from the plastic housing.
  • Flathead Screwdriver: For prying the locking tabs on the wiring harness.
  • Silicone Spray Lube or Soapy Water: Crucial for safely seating the factory sensor into the new aftermarket grommet.
Mechanic’s Pro Tip (The "Gotcha"):
The 3.8L "Minivan Motor" relies on an Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor located right in the factory intake tube. This plastic sensor has been baking under the hood for over a decade. It is extremely brittle. Do NOT yank it out. You must gently unlock the tab, twist it counter-clockwise, and pull straight out. Snapping the plastic cage off the tip means you are making a trip to the parts store before your Jeep runs again.

Phase 1: Removing the Factory Part

  1. Disconnect the Battery: Always start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal on your 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler 3.8L using a 10mm wrench to prevent check engine lights and reset the ECU fuel trims.
  2. Unplug the IAT Sensor: Locate the IAT sensor on the factory intake tube. Slide the red locking tab back, press down on the release clip, and pull the plug free. Use your panel popper tool to detach the wiring harness from the airbox.
  3. Remove the PCV Breather Hose: Locate the breather hose connected to the side of the air intake tube. Grab it firmly and twist while pulling away to disconnect the PCV line.
  4. Loosen the Throttle Body Clamp: Grab your 8mm socket and loosen the factory hose clamp securing the intake tube to the throttle body.
  5. Extract the Factory Airbox: The 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler 3.8L airbox is primarily held in by friction grommets on the bottom (some trims feature a single 10mm mounting bolt on the right side—remove it if present). Grab the entire airbox assembly and pull straight up firmly to pop it off the lower locating pins. Remove the box and tube from the engine bay as one complete unit.

Phase 2: Installing the Cold Air Intake

  1. Transfer the IAT Sensor: Gently twist and pull the fragile IAT sensor out of the factory tube. Install the supplied rubber grommet into your new aftermarket intake tube. Apply a drop of soapy water or silicone spray to the sensor O-ring and carefully press the sensor into the new grommet.
  2. Install the Heat Shield: Drop the aftermarket heat shield into the factory airbox location. Align it with the factory mounting points and bolt it down tight using a 10mm socket and the supplied hardware.
  3. Mount the Silicone Coupler: Slide the provided silicone coupler over the throttle body. Slide two hose clamps onto the coupler. Tighten the throttle body side down snug with your 8mm socket, but leave the intake tube side loose.
  4. Seat the Intake Tube and Filter: Guide the new Cold Air Intake tube into the heat shield, then slide the opposite end into the throttle body coupler. Slide your high-flow air filter onto the end of the tube inside the heat shield. Tighten all remaining hose clamps with your 8mm socket.
  5. Reconnect Hoses and Wiring: Push the factory PCV breather hose onto the nipple of the new intake tube. Click the wiring harness back into the IAT sensor and engage the red locking tab.
  6. ECU Relearn Protocol: Reconnect your negative battery terminal. Turn the ignition key to the ON position (do not crank the engine) for 10 seconds. Start the Jeep, but do not touch the gas pedal for 20 seconds. The ECU needs this idle time to read the new airflow volume and adjust the mapping to prevent a sluggish throttle response.

Disclaimer: This is a general guide provided for the 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler 3.8L. Always refer to your factory service manual for exact torque specifications and safety procedures.

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Cold Air Intake for Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2011) 3.8L Engine

$99.99