• Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L V6 Engine - Blue
  • Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L V6 Engine - Blue
  • Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L V6 Engine - Blue
  • Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L V6 Engine - Blue

Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L Engine - Blue

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Cold Air Intake Kit for 1995–1998 4Runner, Tacoma, & T-100 – 3.4L V6

Unlock the full breathing potential of your legendary Toyota truck.

Your 4Runner, Tacoma, or T-100 has earned its reputation as one of the most dependable adventure rigs ever built. These mid-90s Toyotas are known for going anywhere, lasting forever, and laughing at odometer milestones. But there's one area where Toyota prioritized silence over strength: the factory airbox.

Why Your 3.4L V6 Deserves Better Airflow

Imagine pulling up a steep mountain pass with a loaded bed, or hitting the throttle to merge onto the highway. That split-second hesitation you feel? That's your engine fighting against a restrictive factory intake designed for quiet commutes, not capability. This precision-engineered cold air intake system replaces that bottleneck with a free-flowing path that lets your V6 breathe the way it was meant to.

By drawing in a larger volume of cooler, oxygen-rich air through lightweight T-304 aluminum piping, you'll experience sharper throttle response across the entire RPM range. Whether you're rock crawling, towing your weekend toys, or simply enjoying spirited daily driving, this upgrade delivers the immediate acceleration and confident power delivery your adventures demand.

Built to Match Your Toyota's Toughness

  • High-Velocity Aluminum Piping: T-304 construction withstands engine bay heat and trail vibrations while maintaining smooth, unrestricted airflow
  • Optimized Air Charge: Cooler intake temps mean denser air and more efficient combustion—translating to better performance when it counts
  • Washable, Reusable Filter: Premium filtration protects your engine while reducing long-term maintenance costs—just clean and reinstall
  • Universal Transmission Fit: Engineered to work flawlessly with both manual and automatic transmissions
  • Complete Installation Kit: Includes all couplers, clamps, and hardware for a confident bolt-on upgrade using basic hand tools

Vehicle Compatibility

  • 4Runner: 1996–1998 (all 3.4L V6 models)
  • Tacoma: 1995–1998 (all 3.4L V6 models)
  • T-100: 1995–1998 (all 3.4L V6 models)

Installation Pro Tip

Disconnect your battery's negative terminal before starting and leave it off for at least one minute after completion. This simple step allows your engine's computer to recognize and adapt to the improved airflow characteristics, ensuring optimal performance from day one. Basic Installation Guide

Give your trusted Toyota the upgrade it deserves. Experience the difference that unrestricted airflow makes on your next trail run or highway merge.

Engine Safety Rating
Difficulty 

Fitment

Make

Toyota

Engine Size
  • 3.4L

Year
  • 1995
  • 1996
  • 1997
  • 1998

Installation & Tools

1995-1998 Toyota Tacoma T100 3.4L Intake Installation Guide

  • Estimated Time: 45-60 Minutes
  • Difficulty: 3/10 - Basic hand tools, perfect for a weekend driveway session.

Tools You Will Need

  • 10mm and 12mm sockets
  • Ratchet with a 6-inch extension
  • Flathead and #2 Phillips screwdrivers
  • Needle-nose pliers
  • 8mm socket or nut driver (for new band clamps)
Mechanic’s Pro Tip (The "Gotcha"):
The 5VZ-FE 3.4L engine is legendary, but the factory vacuum lines and the plastic VSV (Vacuum Switch Valve) nipples are baked brittle by decades of engine heat. Do not yank the factory hoses off. Use a pick tool or gently twist them loose with pliers first. Also, the factory MAF sensor screws are incredibly soft—press firmly with your Phillips screwdriver so you don’t strip the heads.

Phase 1: Removing the Factory Part

  1. Disconnect the Battery: Always start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal using a 10mm wrench 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 intake tube. Press the locking tab and pull the harness plug straight out. Do not pull by the wires.
  3. Remove the Vacuum Lines: Using your needle-nose pliers, pinch the factory spring clamps and slide them back. Gently twist and pull the PCV and vacuum hoses off the factory intake resonator.
  4. Loosen the Clamps: Grab your 10mm socket or a flathead screwdriver to loosen the hose clamps securing the intake tube to the throttle body and the factory airbox.
  5. Remove the Airbox: Use a 12mm socket and a 6-inch extension to unbolt the factory airbox from the fender apron. Pull the entire clunky OEM intake silencer assembly out of the engine bay.
  6. Extract the MAF Sensor: Carefully remove the two screws holding the MAF sensor to the factory housing using a #2 Phillips screwdriver. Pull the sensor straight up. Set it in a safe, clean spot. Do not drop it or touch the fragile wire elements inside.

Phase 2: Installing the Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L Engine - Blue

  1. Prep the Throttle Body: Slide the supplied silicone reducer coupler onto the 5VZ throttle body. Slide two hose clamps over it, but leave them loose for now.
  2. Transfer the MAF Sensor: Carefully insert your factory MAF sensor into the billet flange on your new Blue Cold Air Intake tube. Secure it using the supplied hardware (typically requiring a Phillips screwdriver or small Allen key). Snug it down to create a vacuum seal, but do not overtighten and crack the plastic flange.
  3. Mount the Intake Tube: Drop the new blue intake tube into the silicone coupler at the throttle body. Align the mounting bracket on the tube with the factory chassis mounting point. Fasten the bracket down using a 10mm socket.
  4. Tighten Down and Connect: Lock down the silicone coupler clamps at the throttle body using an 8mm socket. Slide the new blue cone filter onto the end of the intake tube and tighten its band clamp.
  5. Reroute Vacuum Hoses: Connect the factory vacuum lines to the new welded aluminum nipples on the intake tube. Secure them with the OEM spring clamps using your needle-nose pliers. Plug the MAF sensor harness back in until it clicks.
  6. The ECU Relearn Protocol: Reconnect the negative battery terminal using your 10mm wrench. Start the engine. On the first startup of your 1995-1998 Toyota Tacoma T100 3.4L, the vehicle gas pedal should not be touched for 20 seconds until the ECU adjusts to the massive new volume of airflow. Let it idle and check for any hissing vacuum leaks.

Disclaimer: This is a general guide provided for the 1995-1998 Toyota Tacoma T100 3.4L. Always refer to your factory service manual for exact torque specifications and safety procedures.

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Cold Air Intake for Toyota Tacoma T-100 (1995-1998) 3.4L Engine - Blue

$94.99