Flashark 3.5 Inches Performance Cold Heat Shield Air Intake Kit For 2012-2014 Ford F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Turbo
Enhance your 2012-2014 Ford F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Turbo with the Flashark 3.5" Performance Cold Air Intake Kit. This high-quality kit improves airflow, boosts horsepower by 7-10%, and increases torque by 6-8%. Featuring a lightweight T-304 aluminum intake pipe and a reusable cone filter, it delivers cooler air for better throttle response and a deep sporty sound. Easy to install with no additional parts required, this kit maximizes power and performance across the RPM range, making it the perfect f150 3.5 ecoboost cold air intake upgrade.
Features:
- The air intake kit can help your engine to draw more cold air resulting in better throttle response and higher explosive horsepower outputIntake pipe made by light weight T-304 aluminum w/polished
- Allow maximum airflow through the stock manifold system and Intense deep sporty Sound
- Improve throttle response throughout low and mid RPMFilter is upgraded to high quality washable and reusable cone air filter
- This air intake kit will increase 7-10% of Horsepower and 6-8% of Torque
- Easy to install and easy to fit with simple tools
- No additional parts will be needed for installation after you purchase this kit
- All mount accessories are included, exactly the same as picture shown
Details and Specifications:
- SKU: FLIS08103
- Color: Red
- Type: Cold Air Intake Kit
- Performance: 3.5'' Performance Cold Heat Shield
Delivery:
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Shipping Time: Estimated in 3-5 Working Days
What Does a Cold Air Intake Do?
A Cold Air Intake System relocates the filter outside of the engine compartment to deliver the coolest air inlet temperatures possible. Cooler air carries more oxygen, which translates into a more intense explosion in the combustion chamber to create more horsepower and torque. But that's only part of the power equation. Tuning the inlet pipe in length and diameter to match the engine's resonance helps move more air to the cylinders (think of your engine as a big air pump), and this tuning allows us to deliver the maximum power gains throughout the entire RPM range, especially with a F150 3.5 Ecoboost Cold Air Intake.
Fitment:
- 2012 Ford F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Turbo
- 2013 Ford F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Turbo
- 2014 Ford F150 3.5L V6 Ecoboost Turbo
If you like this cold air intake kit, please feel free to buy it; after purchasing, you can always contact us for a full refund if you don't want it;
2012–2014 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost Cold Air Intake FAQ
Q1: What vehicles does this 3.5 EcoBoost cold air intake fit?
A1: This Flashark cold air intake kit is designed specifically for 2012, 2013, and 2014 Ford F-150 trucks equipped with the 3.5L V6 EcoBoost twin-turbo engine. It can be used on compatible 2WD and 4WD trucks with different cab and bed configurations because those options do not normally change the engine-bay intake layout. Confirm the model year and engine before ordering.
Q2: Does this intake fit a 2012 Ford F-150 3.5 EcoBoost?
A2: Yes. A 2012 Ford F-150 equipped with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 is included in the confirmed fitment. This kit is not intended for a 2012 F-150 with the 3.7L V6, 5.0L V8, or 6.2L V8 because those engines use different intake routing and connection points.
Q3: Will this cold air intake fit a 2013 or 2014 F-150 EcoBoost?
A3: Yes. The kit fits compatible 2013 and 2014 Ford F-150 models with the 3.5L twin-turbo EcoBoost engine. Before installation, compare the factory intake routing and supplied components with the product photos and make sure the truck has not been converted with incompatible aftermarket turbo or intake hardware.
Q4: Will this intake fit a 2011 or 2015 Ford F-150 3.5 EcoBoost?
A4: No. The product page confirms fitment only for 2012–2014 F-150 3.5L EcoBoost trucks. Although a 2011 or 2015 truck may use a 3.5L EcoBoost engine, differences in intake plumbing, sensor mounting, airbox design, and engine-bay layout can prevent correct installation. Choose a kit specifically listed for the exact model year.
Q5: Does this cold air intake fit the 5.0L F-150?
A5: No. This kit is engineered for the 3.5L V6 EcoBoost twin-turbo engine and does not fit the naturally aspirated 5.0L V8. The 5.0L uses different throttle-body routing, tubing dimensions, breather connections, and mounting locations, so it requires a dedicated 5.0L F-150 intake kit.
Q6: What is included with the Flashark F-150 EcoBoost intake?
A6: The system includes a 3.5-inch polished T-304 aluminum intake pipe, a washable and reusable cone air filter, a heat shield, and the mounting accessories shown with the product. The kit is designed as a complete bolt-on intake upgrade without requiring customers to purchase additional basic installation components.
Q7: Does a 2012–2014 F-150 3.5 EcoBoost cold air intake require a tune?
A7: A tune is not normally required for a properly installed intake on an otherwise stock truck when all factory sensors, hoses, and connections are retained as intended. The factory engine-management system can generally compensate for a modest airflow change. A custom tune may help maximize results when the intake is combined with higher boost, downpipes, an intercooler, an exhaust system, or other performance modifications.
Q8: How much horsepower can this 3.5 EcoBoost intake add?
A8: Flashark lists potential increases of 7–10% horsepower and 6–8% torque, but actual gains depend on the truck’s condition, fuel quality, ambient temperature, ECU calibration, boost level, and supporting modifications. The stock EcoBoost intake is already capable, so an intake-only upgrade should not be treated as a guaranteed large horsepower increase. Many drivers notice sound and throttle-response changes before a major peak-power difference.
Q9: Is a cold air intake worth it on a stock 3.5 EcoBoost F-150?
A9: It can be worthwhile for owners who want louder turbo induction sound, a reusable filter, a smoother aluminum airflow path, and a more performance-oriented engine-bay appearance. The factory intake flows adequately for many stock trucks, so this upgrade offers the most value to drivers who prioritize sound, filter serviceability, and future compatibility with additional performance modifications.
Q10: Will this intake make the EcoBoost turbos louder?
A10: Yes. Replacing the sound-insulated factory airbox and intake tubing makes turbo spool, compressor airflow, and bypass-valve sounds easier to hear. The difference is usually most noticeable during acceleration and when boost is building. Normal cruising should remain more controlled than full-throttle operation.
Q11: Can the intake cause a check engine light or rough idle?
A11: A correctly installed intake should not normally cause a warning light or rough idle. Common causes after installation include a loose coupler, an air leak, a disconnected breather hose, damaged sensor wiring, an incorrectly installed pressure or temperature sensor, or a tube that is not fully seated. Read any stored diagnostic code and inspect every connection before replacing parts or continuing to drive under heavy boost.
Q12: Will this cold air intake cause heat soak?
A12: Intake temperatures can rise when the truck sits in traffic or idles for an extended period because heat builds inside the engine bay. The included heat shield helps separate the filter from radiant engine heat, while vehicle movement supplies fresher air around the intake area. On a turbocharged EcoBoost engine, the intercooler also plays a major role in controlling the temperature of the compressed air entering the engine.
Q13: Can a 3.5 EcoBoost cold air intake improve fuel economy?
A13: A fuel-economy increase is not guaranteed. Reduced intake restriction may support efficiency under certain steady-speed conditions, but vehicle weight, tire size, axle ratio, towing load, boost use, driving speed, and throttle habits have a much greater effect on MPG. Drivers who accelerate more often to enjoy the louder turbo sound may see no mileage improvement.
Q14: Is this intake suitable for towing with an F-150 EcoBoost?
A14: Yes. The intake can be used on a daily-driven or towing truck when it is installed securely and the filter is properly maintained. Improved airflow may support more responsive acceleration when merging or climbing grades, but the intake does not increase the truck’s factory tow rating. Continue monitoring coolant temperature, transmission temperature, boost, charge-air temperature, and engine condition during heavy towing.
Q15: Is the included cone air filter washable and reusable?
A15: Yes. The product includes a washable and reusable cone-style performance filter. Inspect it regularly and clean it when dirt begins to load the pleats. Trucks driven on gravel roads, construction sites, farms, or dusty trails require more frequent service than highway-driven trucks. Let the filter dry completely before reinstalling it and follow the correct cleaning procedure for the supplied filter type.