Performance Air Intake for Acura MDX (2004-2006) 3.5L Engine - Black

Finally give your J35 the breathing room it deserves, trading that restrictive factory plastic for a crisp, throttle-responsive induction note.

Performance Air Intake System with High-Flow Filter for Acura MDX (J35A5)

If you have ever poked around the engine bay of your 2004-2006 MDX, you know the factory air box is a maze of baffled plastic and restrictive tubing designed to prioritize silence over efficiency. For the enthusiast driver, this translates to a "mushy" throttle response and an engine that feels like it’s struggling to inhale during highway merging or steep climbs. This kit eliminates that bottleneck by replacing the stock rubber accordion tube with a mandrel-bent, black-coated aluminum pipe that provides a smooth, high-velocity path for oxygen to reach the intake manifold.

The J35 engine family is legendary for its reliability, but it is sensitive to heat soak and air volume. By opening up the intake tract, you aren't just making noise; you are helping the ECU optimize fuel trims through better airflow. Whether you are running the 5-speed automatic or a rare manual swap, this kit installs without modifications to the chassis. It is the most straightforward way to get a bit more "grunt" out of the 3.5L V6 while tidying up the engine bay for a much cleaner, sporty aesthetic.

Why You Need This Upgrade

• Enhanced Throttle Response: Eliminates the lag caused by the expansion of the factory rubber intake hose under vacuum.
• Thermal Management: The black-coated aluminum piping effectively dissipates heat faster than dense factory plastics once the vehicle is in motion.
• Maintenance Savings: Includes a high-flow synthetic filter that is washable and reusable—stop buying disposable paper filters every 10k miles.
• Aggressive Induction Sound: Provides a deeper, throaty growl under wide-open throttle without being obnoxious during daily cruising.
• Dyno-Proven Efficiency: Expect gains of 5-8 horsepower and 5-8 lb-ft of torque depending on your current engine health and ambient conditions.

Installation Notes

Installation is purely "bolt-on" and requires only basic hand tools like a screwdriver and a socket set. Pro Tip: Always disconnect your battery terminal for at least 30 seconds during the install. This forces the engine computer to reset its long-term fuel trims and "re-learn" the new, increased airflow parameters immediately upon the first startup. Note: The included high-flow filter is dry-media; do not oil this filter.

Replaces These OEM Applications & Part Numbers

• 2004 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmission)
• 2005 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmission)
• 2006 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmission)

17225-RYE-A01, 17220-RYE-A00, 17220-RYE-A10, 17201-RYE-A00

Ditch the restrictive factory air box and let your V6 breathe properly—your right foot will thank you.