Cold Air Intake for Mazda Tribute DX ES LX (2001-2004) 3.0L V6 Engine

Optimize Airflow and Throttle Response for the Mazda Tribute & Ford Escape Duratec 30 V6

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for 2001-2008 Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner owners running the Duratec 30 V6 engine who want to improve engine efficiency and sound.

The Problem: The factory air box on the Duratec 30 is designed more for silence than performance. It uses heavy, baffled plastic and corrugated rubber hoses that create massive air turbulence. This restriction chokes the engine’s intake stroke, leading to sluggish throttle response and a muted exhaust note that hides the V6’s true capability.

The Solution: This Cold Air Intake system replaces the entire restrictive factory assembly with a mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube and a high-flow washable filter. By streamlining the path to the throttle body, we allow the Duratec 30 to pull in a higher volume of air with less resistance, resulting in a crisper pedal feel and a much more aggressive engine tone under load.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Enhanced Power Delivery: Dyno-tested to improve horsepower and torque by up to 10% by reducing intake restriction.
• Premium Construction: Built with T304 lightweight aluminum piping that resists corrosion and dissipates heat faster than factory plastic.
• Direct Bolt-On Fit: Engineered for a straightforward installation that takes less than 60 minutes with basic hand tools—no cutting or welding required.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2001 Ford Escape 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2002 Ford Escape 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2003 Ford Escape 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2004 Ford Escape 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2001 Mazda Tribute 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2002 Mazda Tribute 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2003 Mazda Tribute 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2004 Mazda Tribute 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2005 Mercury Mariner 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2006 Mercury Mariner 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2007 Mercury Mariner 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine
• 2008 Mercury Mariner 3.0L DOHC V6 Engine

Interchange Part Numbers:

3.0, 3.0L, V6, DOHC, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. Every kit is inspected for fitment accuracy and material quality. Our team of automotive specialists recommends resetting your battery terminal after installation to allow the ECU to calibrate for the increased airflow. Get the performance your V6 was designed to deliver.