Performance Air Intake For Ford Contour/Mercury Cougar (1998-2002) With 2.5L V6 Engine Black

Increase Throttle Response for your Duratec 25 Powered Ford Contour & Mercury Cougar

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for Ford Contour and Mercury Cougar owners running the high-revving Duratec 25 V6 engine.

The Problem: The factory air box on the Duratec 25 was engineered primarily for sound suppression and cost-cutting, not airflow. By utilizing restrictive baffles and corrugated plastic tubing, the stock system creates turbulence and heat soak, preventing the V6 from reaching its full potential, especially in the upper RPM range where these engines love to play.

The Solution: This Performance Air Intake removes those factory bottlenecks. By providing a more direct, high-volume path for oxygen, we’ve corrected the factory design flaws of the Duratec 25, delivering reliable performance and a significantly more aggressive engine note during wide-open throttle.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Optimized Airflow: By replacing the restrictive factory box, you allow the engine to pull in a higher volume of air with less resistance, resulting in sharper throttle response and improved acceleration.
• High-Efficiency Filtration: Features a washable and reusable performance filter. This not only saves you money on maintenance but also provides superior filtration compared to standard paper elements.
• Simple Bolt-On Installation: This is a true DIY upgrade. Most enthusiasts can complete the swap in under an hour using basic hand tools like screwdrivers and a socket set.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2002 Mercury Cougar Base Coupe 2-Door 2.5L V6
• 2002 Mercury Cougar V6 Coupe 2-Door 2.5L V6
• 2001 Mercury Cougar Base Coupe 2-Door 2.5L V6
• 2001 Mercury Cougar S Coupe 2-Door 2.5L V6
• 2001 Mercury Cougar V6 Coupe 2-Door 2.5L V6
• 2000 Ford Contour Base Sedan 4-Door 2.5L V6
• 2000 Ford Contour LX Sedan 4-Door 2.5L V6
• 2000 Ford Contour Power Sedan 4-Door 2.5L V6
• 2000 Ford Contour SE Sedan 4-Door 2.5L V6
• 2000 Ford Contour SVT Sedan 4-Door 2.5L V6
• 1999 Ford Contour (All V6 Trims) 2.5L V6
• 1999 Mercury Cougar (All V6 Trims) 2.5L V6
• 1998 Ford Contour (All V6 Trims) 2.5L V6

Interchange Part Numbers:

2.5L 2450CC 155Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC, Naturally Aspirated, 2.5L V6 GAS, DOHC

The Performance Promise

Expert Tip: After installation, we highly recommend disconnecting your battery for 10-15 minutes. This allows the ECU to reset its long-term fuel trims and "learn" the new, increased airflow parameters for maximum gains. Buy with confidence. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.