Ram Air Intake For Chevy Beretta/Corsica (1994-1996) with 3.1L V6 Z26 Engine Red

Your First Gen Tacoma is legendary for its reliability, but let’s be honest—the throttle response from the factory leaves a lot to be desired. It’s time to help that 4-banger breathe the way it was meant to, ditching the restrictive stock airbox for a setup that actually wakes up your truck.

Performance Cold Air Intake Upgrade for Toyota Tacoma (2RZ/3RZ)

If you drive a 1995–2004 Tacoma with the 2.4L (2RZ-FE) or 2.7L (3RZ-FE), you know these engines are bulletproof, but they aren't exactly known for their urgency. The factory intake system is designed primarily for noise suppression, forcing air through a convoluted maze of plastic baffles and resonators. This creates significant resistance, making your truck feel sluggish off the line and forcing you to downshift constantly on highway inclines.

This Performance Cold Air Intake System replaces that restrictive plumbing with a streamlined, high-flow induction path. By smoothing out the airflow and increasing the volume of oxygen reaching the intake manifold, you aren't just gaining peak horsepower—you are dramatically improving throttle response. The result is a truck that feels lighter on its feet and pulls harder through the mid-range, making merging and passing significantly less stressful.

Crucially, this system addresses the most common headache with intake upgrades on older Toyotas: the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. Cheap plastic housings often warp or cause turbulence, leading to "Check Engine" lights and rough idling. This kit features a CNC-machined aluminum MAF adapter. This ensures a factory-perfect seal and precise sensor placement, keeping your ECU happy while allowing the engine to ingest the air it needs. It’s the perfect modification for the enthusiast who wants modern performance without sacrificing Toyota reliability.

Why You Need This Upgrade

• Eliminate Throttle Lag: Reduces the "dead spot" in acceleration by removing intake restrictions, giving you instant response when you tap the pedal.
• Hear the Engine Work: Unlocks a throaty, aggressive induction growl that lets you know the engine is breathing freely.
• Protect Your MAF Sensor: The dry cone filter requires no oiling, eliminating the risk of oil fouling your delicate MAF sensor wire—a common killer of Toyota sensors.
• Zero Maintenance Costs: The included high-flow filter is washable and reusable, meaning you never have to buy a paper drop-in filter again.
• Precision Fitment: CNC-machined aluminum adapter ensures a leak-free install that stands up to engine bay heat cycles better than plastic.

Installation Notes

This is a direct bolt-on system that utilizes factory mounting points, requiring no cutting or drilling of your chassis. Critical Step: You must disconnect the negative battery terminal for at least 60 seconds (we recommend 15 minutes) during installation. This forces the ECU to reset its fuel trims and "re-learn" the new airflow parameters. Failing to do this may result in a rough idle until the computer adjusts to the increased air volume.

Replaces These OEM Applications

• 1995–2004 Toyota Tacoma (2.4L L4)
• 1995–2004 Toyota Tacoma (2.7L L4)

Don't let a restrictive stock airbox hold your Tacoma back. Bolt on this intake this weekend, reset your ECU, and feel the difference the first time you hit the gas.