Product Specifications
2015-2018 Ford F-150 5.0L V8 Coyote Cold Air Intake
This Flashark cold air intake kit is built for owners of a 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 Ford F-150 powered by the 5.0L Coyote V8 who want a louder throttle, a cooler intake charge, and a dry washable filter in place of the factory paper panel. The kit deletes the entire stock airbox and resonance tubing and replaces them with a Φ89 mm (3.5-inch) mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube, an oversized red dry cone air filter, a heat shield that covers the filter element from radiator heat, and 4-ply silicone couplers with stainless T-bolt clamps. Reuses the factory MAF and IAT sensors at the OEM location and bore, so no tune is required and the Coyote's stock ECU calibration is preserved. Bolt-on to factory mounting points on the passenger-side inner fender, with all couplers, clamps, hardware, heat shield, and instructions in the box.
Specifications
| Air Filter Type | Dry cotton gauze (no oil required) |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Main Intake Pipe Diameter | Φ89 mm (3.5") mandrel-bent |
| Coupler Type | 4-ply reinforced silicone (multi-layer) |
| Clamps | Stainless steel T-bolt constant-tension |
| Mounting Bracket | Powder-coated steel with rubber vibration isolator |
| Horsepower Gain | 7–10% (~27–40 HP on a stock 5.0L Coyote) |
| Torque Gain | 6–8% |
| Weight | Approx. 3.6 kg (8 lbs) |
| Estimated Install Time | 45–60 minutes |
| Tuning Required | No — plug and play with factory ECU |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Key Features
- Φ89 mm (3.5") Mandrel-Bent Aluminum Intake Tube: Mandrel-bent tube outflows the factory 3.0-inch plastic intake tract and routes the charge to the throttle body with smooth bends that limit turbulence at the transition.
- High-Flow Dry Cotton Gauze Cone Filter: Oversized red conical dry filter is washable and reusable. Dry cotton media means no oil to foul the Coyote's sensitive MAF sensor.
- Heat Shield Enclosure: Steel heat shield wraps the filter element to keep radiator and engine-bay heat away from the intake charge on a Coyote that already runs hot under load.
- 4-Ply Reinforced Silicone Couplers and Stainless T-Bolt Clamps: Multi-layer silicone couplers and constant-tension T-bolt clamps maintain a sealed intake tract through heat cycling and cold starts.
- Factory MAF and IAT Sensor Retention: Reuses the factory MAF and IAT sensors at the OEM location and bore, so the Coyote's stock ECU calibration, MAF reading, and PCV routing stay intact.
- Bolt-On Install With Factory Mounting Points: Powder-coated steel bracket with rubber vibration isolator bolts to the OEM airbox mounting point on the passenger-side inner fender. No cutting, no welding, fully reversible.
Who This Kit Is For
Vehicle: 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 Ford F-150 with the 5.0L Coyote V8 — XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, or Platinum trim. Reuses the factory MAF and IAT sensors, so the stock ECU calibration is preserved.
- ✓ For you if… you tow or haul in heat and want a cooler intake charge on the 5.0L Coyote · you want the first bolt-on upgrade on a 13th-gen F-150 · you prefer a washable dry filter over disposable paper panels · you want a deeper V8 induction note under acceleration.
- ✗ Not for you if… you live in California or another CARB-adopting state and need a smog-legal EO kit (see Compliance Notice below) · you drive a 2.7L EcoBoost, 3.5L EcoBoost, 3.5L Ti-VCT, or 3.0L Power Stroke F-150 (see FAQ Q13) · you expect a guaranteed MPG gain · you plan deep-water crossings without relocation (see FAQ Q8).
Check Before Ordering
- Vehicle fitment: Exact fit for 2015–2018 Ford F-150 equipped with the 5.0L Coyote V8 (XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum). Does not fit 2.7L EcoBoost, 3.5L EcoBoost, 3.5L Ti-VCT, or 3.0L Power Stroke diesel variants. If your truck is a 2009–2014 or a 2019–2020 F-150 5.0L, see FAQ Q14.
- Intake style: This kit is labeled as a cold air intake kit and uses a heat-shielded filter element in the engine bay. If you want a sealed box that pulls from outside the engine bay, see the Ford Cold Air Intake kit collection for sealed-box options.
- Filter and maintenance: Dry cotton gauze cone filter — no oil required, fully washable and reusable. Cleaning interval depends on dust and driving conditions; inspect every ~10,000 miles and clean as required.
- Sensors and throttle-body compatibility: Reuses the factory MAF and IAT sensors at the OEM location and bore. The 3.5-inch intake tube is engineered for the factory Coyote 5.0L throttle body. If you run an oversized aftermarket throttle body, confirm coupler fitment with our support team before ordering.
- Legality: This kit does not carry a CARB Executive Order number (see Compliance Notice below). For California and CARB-adopting states, the kit is not legal for sale or use on emissions-controlled vehicles.
- Install space and water: Bolt-on install using factory mounting points on the passenger-side inner fender, 45–60 minutes with hand tools. Avoid deep-water crossings; hydrolock risk applies to any open-element intake.
What's in the Box
- Φ89 mm (3.5") mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube ×1
- High-flow red dry cotton gauze cone air filter ×1
- Steel heat shield with mounting hardware ×1
- 4-ply reinforced silicone couplers ×2
- Stainless steel T-bolt constant-tension clamps ×4
- Powder-coated steel mounting bracket with rubber vibration isolator ×1
- Hardware pack and step-by-step installation instructions ×1
Looking for a replacement filter or a cleaning kit? See Ford replacement filters and intake accessories in the Ford intake collection.
Shipping & Returns
Free U.S. Shipping: Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days and delivered within 7–9 business days. Additional charges may apply to remote areas.
30-Day Returns: Unopened and unused items in their original packaging may be returned within 30 days of receipt. Return shipping is covered for verified quality issues.
Worry-Free Delivery: Optional protection against eligible loss, theft, delay, or transit damage is available at checkout.
