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Air Intake 1992–1995 & Honda Civic 1993–1997 Civic del Sol 1.5L / 1.6L
The Flashark air intake for the 1992–1995 Honda Civic and 1993–1997 Civic del Sol replaces the factory airbox and intake hose with a 2.5-inch mandrel-bent aluminum tube and a washable dry cone filter, so the 1.5L and 1.6L four-cylinders feed through a smoother, less restricted path with crisper throttle response and a deeper induction note under acceleration. The sleeve, breather hoses, T-bolt clamps, and hardware are all in the box, and the kit bolts to the factory mounting points with basic hand tools — no drilling, cutting, or welding. Confirm your trim and engine row below before ordering.
Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Flashark |
| Intake Pipe Diameter | 2.5 in — product-page intake size |
| Intake Pipe Material | Lightweight mandrel-bent aluminum, gloss black powder-coated finish |
| Filter Type | Washable dry-media cone filter (red) — no oiling required |
| Filter Service Interval | Inspect every 5,000–8,000 miles; wash with mild soap and water, air dry fully, reinstall |
| Intake Path | Replaces the factory airbox and intake hose; the factory air sensor stays in its stock position |
| Install Time (typical) | About 45–60 minutes with basic hand tools; no drilling, cutting, or welding |
| Fitment Range | 1992–1995 Honda Civic / 1993–1997 Honda Civic del Sol, 1.5L / 1.6L L4 |
| SKU | FLIS25007 |
Key Features
- 2.5-inch high-flow aluminum tubing: the 2.5-inch diameter is sized for the 1.5L and 1.6L four-cylinders in these Civics and del Sols, replacing the restrictive, heat-soaking factory rubber hose with a smooth aluminum pipe.
- Precision mandrel-bent construction: mandrel bending holds a constant 2.5-inch diameter through every curve, so the pipe does not neck down at the bends the way crush-bent tubing does and airflow stays smooth as it passes the sensor.
- Deeper induction note: swapping the baffled factory airbox for open aluminum piping and a high-flow cone filter gives the engine a sharper, more aggressive tone under acceleration, and it is at its most vocal on the VTEC models.
- Washable dry cone filter: the red dry-media element needs no oiling, which keeps oil mist away from the intake sensor, and it can be washed and reused instead of replaced at every service.
- Advanced dry-media filtration: the dry element traps debris without an oil film, so there is no over-oiling step that can coat the sensor and skew its reading.
- Gloss black powder-coated finish: the heat-resistant coating protects the aluminum tube and cleans up the look of a 1990s JDM engine bay.
- Expected performance gain: typical intake-only gains for this application are approximately +5 to +10 hp and +6 to +8% torque. Actual results depend on engine condition, ECU calibration, installation, and supporting hardware.
- 100% bolt-on installation: the kit uses the factory mounting points and includes the sleeve, two breather hoses, T-bolt clamps, and hardware — no drilling, cutting, or welding, and no chassis modification.
- Sensor-stable airflow design: the pipe and filter are engineered to feed the factory air sensor a consistent reading rather than a turbulent one, which is where rough idling and sensor codes usually start.
Who this is for
This Flashark air intake replaces the factory airbox and intake hose on the 1992–1995 Honda Civic and 1993–1997 Civic del Sol with the 1.5L or 1.6L four-cylinder. It is for owners who want a deeper intake tone under acceleration, a washable filter they can clean and reuse, and a bolt-on install they can finish in an afternoon — without touching the factory air sensor.
✓ For you if… you drive a 5th-gen Civic or a del Sol with a 1.5L or 1.6L engine and want a real airflow upgrade over the stock airbox · you would rather wash and reuse a dry filter than keep buying disposable paper elements · you want a bolt-on install with no drilling or welding · you are chasing induction sound as much as airflow.
✗ Not for you if… you need a CARB-exempt kit for a street-registered vehicle in California or another CARB-adopting state (see the Compliance Notice below) · you expect a guaranteed MPG gain · you drive a 1996 or newer Civic, which uses a different intake layout · you want a sealed airbox rather than an open-element filter.
Browse the wider range: Honda Cold Air Intake Kits · Honda Civic Cold Air Intake Kits. If your car is a 1996–2000 Civic, the 1996–2000 Honda Civic cold air intake kit is the correct fitment.
Check before ordering
① Vehicle: exact fit for the 1992–1995 Honda Civic and 1993–1997 Honda Civic del Sol with the 1.5L or 1.6L four-cylinder. If your year, model, or engine is not in the Fitment table above, message us with your VIN before ordering.
② Intake type: this is an open-element intake — a 2.5-inch mandrel-bent aluminum tube with an exposed high-flow cone filter. It replaces the factory airbox and intake hose. It is not a sealed airbox system.
③ Filter and maintenance: the included cone filter is dry media, so there is no oil to apply. Inspect it every 5,000–8,000 miles, wash it with mild soap and water, let it dry completely, and reinstall it.
④ Sensors: the kit is designed to keep the factory air sensor in its stock location, so no spacer or adapter is needed. Reuse your stock sensor when the factory airbox comes off, and reseat every clamp and coupler before the first start.
⑤ Compliance: this intake kit carries no CARB Executive Order, so it is not legal for sale or use in California and other CARB-adopting states on pollution-controlled motor vehicles. Check your own state and local emissions rules before ordering.
⑥ Install and conditions: bolt-on with basic hand tools in about 45–60 minutes. Because the filter is exposed rather than enclosed, avoid deep standing water and flooded roads — water ingestion can cause hydrolock and serious engine damage.
What's in the box
- Aluminum intake tube × 1
- Dry high-flow cone air filter × 1
- Straight rubber sleeve (φ63) × 1
- Breather hose × 2
- T-bolt clamp × 2
- Installation hardware kit × 1
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.
| Year | Make | Model | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-1995 | Honda | Civic | 1.5L / 1.6L L4 (All Submodels) |
| 1993-1997 | Honda | Civic del Sol | 1.5L / 1.6L L4 (S, Si, VTEC) |
⚠️ Compliance Note: NO CARB. Not for sale or use in California on pollution-controlled motor vehicles.
1992–1997 Honda Civic & Civic del Sol Air Intake FAQs
Q1: Is this air intake legal in my state?
A1: Not legal for sale or use in California (and other CARB-adopting states). This kit carries no CARB Executive Order, so if you live in California or another state that has adopted CARB emissions rules, it cannot be installed on a pollution-controlled vehicle registered for street or highway use unless an ECC retrofit is completed under CVC §27156. Check your own state and local rules before ordering.
Q2: Which Honda Civic and Civic del Sol models does this air intake fit?
A2: It fits the 1992–1995 Honda Civic and the 1993–1997 Honda Civic del Sol fitted with the 1.5L or 1.6L four-cylinder. The kit replaces the factory airbox and intake hose, so it covers the whole range of 5th-generation Civic submodels, including the hatchback, coupe, and sedan body styles. If your year or model is not in the Fitment table above, send us your VIN and we will confirm before you order.
Q3: Does this intake fit a 1992, 1993, 1994, or 1995 Honda Civic?
A3: Yes. All of those model years are covered for the 1.5L and 1.6L four-cylinder Civic, including the DX, LX, EX, and Si trims. The same kit uses the factory mounting points on each, so there is no drilling, cutting, or chassis modification.
Q4: Will this air intake fit my Honda Civic del Sol, including the VTEC model?
A4: Yes. The 1993–1997 Civic del Sol is covered in the S, Si, and VTEC versions with the 1.5L or 1.6L four-cylinder. The del Sol shares the same 5th-generation Civic platform and intake layout, so the same bolt-on install applies.
Q5: Does this kit fit a 1996 or 1997 Honda Civic?
A5: No. The 1996–2000 Civic uses a different engine bay and intake layout, so this kit is not the right fitment for it. That generation takes its own kit, built around the later engine bay — browse the Honda Civic intake range for the correct one, or message us with your model year and engine and we will point you to it.
Q6: How much horsepower will this air intake add?
A6: Typical intake-only gains for this application are approximately +5 to +10 hp and +6 to +8% torque. Actual results depend on engine condition, ECU calibration, installation, and any supporting hardware. The change most owners notice first is crisper throttle response and stronger mid-range pull, because the engine is no longer drawing air through the stock assembly.
Q7: Will this intake throw a check engine light (CEL) or cause a rough idle?
A7: The pipe and filter are designed to keep the factory air sensor in its stock position and feed it a stable reading, which keeps the sensor inside its normal operating range. In practice, sensor codes and rough idling after an intake install trace back to a loose clamp, an unseated coupler, a disconnected vacuum or breather hose, or an over-oiled filter. Re-check every connection before the first start. For a full walk-through, see our rough idle after cold air intake installation checklist.
Q8: Will this air intake improve my fuel economy?
A8: Fuel economy is dominated by driving habits, and an intake alone cannot guarantee a measurable MPG gain. Treat the main benefits as crisper throttle response and a deeper induction note rather than a fuel saving.
Q9: Will this air intake void my warranty?
A9: Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, an aftermarket part cannot void your factory warranty unless it is proven to have caused the failure. This kit is designed as a direct bolt-on replacement that keeps the factory sensor and connections in place.
Q10: Do I need a tune after installing this air intake?
A10: No tune is required. The kit is designed as a bolt-on replacement that keeps the factory air sensor in its stock location, so the engine management calibration stays within its normal operating range. If you later add headers, a different throttle body, or forced induction, that is the point to talk to a tuner.
Q11: How do I clean the filter, and how often should I check it?
A11: Inspect the red cone filter every 5,000–8,000 miles. Because it is dry media, cleaning is simple: wash it with mild soap and water, let it air dry completely, and reinstall it. There is no oil to apply, so there is no over-oiling risk and no need to buy a replacement filter every year. Replace the element only if the media is torn or the pleats are damaged.
Q12: What does this air intake sound like, and is it a cold air intake or a short ram?
A12: You will hear a noticeably deeper, more aggressive induction note under acceleration that quiets down at a steady cruise, and the effect is strongest on the VTEC models and on the del Sol with the roof panel out. In structure this kit is an open-element intake — a mandrel-bent aluminum tube carrying an exposed cone filter in the engine bay, replacing the factory airbox rather than drawing from a sealed enclosure. If you are weighing an open-element intake against a sealed box for heat management and sound, read our short ram vs cold air intake Civic comparison before you decide.
Q13: What is included in the box, and what do I need to supply?
A13: The box contains the aluminum intake tube, the dry high-flow cone filter, the straight rubber sleeve (φ63), two breather hoses, two T-bolt clamps, and the installation hardware kit. You reuse your factory air sensor and your existing mounting points, and you only need basic hand tools. No drilling, cutting, or welding is involved.
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