Intake Manifolds for Audi Q7 (2011-2015) 3.0L Left & Right

Direct-Fit Lower Intake Manifold Set for 2011-2015 Audi Q7 (4L)

What it Does: The lower intake manifold set replaces failing tumble flap assemblies and warped lower housings on the 2011-2015 Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI to eliminate vacuum leaks, resolve runner position DTCs, and restore factory airflow velocity.

The Stock Audi Q7 Intake Runner Flap Failure

Positioned directly beneath the Eaton Roots-type supercharger in the engine valley of the EA837 3.0L supercharged V6, the factory lower intake manifolds undergo extreme heat-cycling. Over time, plastic tumble flap pivot bushings wear out, vacuum flap linkages fatigue, and carbon contamination creates mechanical drag. This thermal and physical degradation causes the runner flaps to bind or break, yielding diagnostic trouble codes (such as P2004, P2006, and P2015), unmetered vacuum leaks at distorted port interfaces, and erratic air-fuel ratios during low-RPM transitions.

The Engineering Solution

This replacement lower manifold pair resolves factory wear points with reinforced aluminum mounting plates and high-temperature composite runners. Engineered to OEM dimensional tolerances, each bank features integrated intake runner flap actuators and heavy-duty internal flapper plates built to withstand positive crankcase oil vapor and boost pressure. Pre-installed port seals prevent thermal distortion leaks, restoring optimal charge-motion turbulence and balancing bank-to-bank airflow under boost.

What's Included

• 1 Left Lower Intake Manifold (with integrated runner flap actuator and port seals)
• 1 Right Lower Intake Manifold (with integrated runner flap actuator and port seals)

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2011-2015 Audi Q7 Premium 3.0L Supercharged V6
• 2011-2015 Audi Q7 Premium Plus 3.0L Supercharged V6
• 2011-2015 Audi Q7 Prestige 3.0L Supercharged V6

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the 4L Q7?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2011-2015 Audi Q7 equipped with the EA837 3.0L supercharged V6. This kit does not fit 3.0L TDI diesel, 2.0T, or 4.0T engines.

What service steps are required during replacement?

Supercharger assembly removal is mandatory for installation; install fresh supercharger-to-manifold gaskets and perform an intake runner flap adaptation reset using a diagnostic scan tool.

The Audi Engineering Caliber

Preserving the performance of European forced-induction powerplants requires strict adherence to tight manifold tolerances and flap actuation geometry, preventing check engine lights and ensuring linear throttle response across the rev range.