Description
Features:
1994-2001 Acura Integra GS RS LS
Features:
- Air intake kits can help your engine to draw more cold air, resulting in better throttle response and higher explosive horsepower output. The intake pipe made by lightweight aluminum
- Allow maximum airflow through the stock manifold system and Intense, deep sporty Sound
- Improve throttle response throughout low and mid RPM. The filter is upgraded to high 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, the same as the picture shown
- A more efficient combustion process facilitated by the increased airflow can also contribute to better fuel economy. With a richer air-to-fuel ratio, the engine can burn fuel more completely, reducing wasted fuel and improving mileage.
- An air intake kit can help reduce the risk of engine damage caused by contaminants or overheating by providing cleaner and cooler air to the engine.
Package Includes:
- 1 X Intake Pipe Kit
- Set of Couplers / Clamps / Hose / Mounting Hardware
- 1 X Cone Air Filter
1994-2001 Acura Integra GS, RS and LS Cold Air Intake FAQ
Q1: Will this cold air intake fit a 1994-2001 Acura Integra?
A1: This Flashark cold air intake is designed for 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001 Acura Integra GS, RS, and LS models. Confirm the trim level, engine, and original intake layout before ordering, especially if the car has an engine swap or previously modified intake system.
Q2: Is this intake designed for the B18B1 engine?
A2: Yes. The listed Integra GS, RS, and LS applications commonly use the 1.8L B18B1 non-VTEC engine, making this kit suitable for a compatible B18B1 cold air intake application. Check the engine code stamped on the block if the vehicle's engine history is unknown.
Q3: Will this cold air intake fit an Acura Integra GS-R?
A3: No GS-R fitment is listed on the product page. The Integra GS-R uses the B18C1 VTEC engine, which has different intake-manifold geometry, hose routing, and intake requirements from the B18B1 engine used in most GS, RS, and LS models. Choose an intake specifically designed for the GS-R.
Q4: Does this intake fit an Integra Type R?
A4: No. The Acura Integra Type R uses a B18C5 VTEC engine and a different performance intake configuration. This kit should not be assumed to fit the Type R merely because the chassis and model years overlap.
Q5: Will this intake fit both coupe and sedan Integra models?
A5: The product page identifies fitment by GS, RS, and LS trim rather than by body style and does not list a coupe- or sedan-specific exclusion. Fitment still depends on the original B18-series engine, throttle-body connection, hose routing, and available filter clearance, so compare the factory intake with the product photos before installation.
Q6: Does this cold air intake fit both manual and automatic Integras?
A6: The product page does not list a manual- or automatic-transmission restriction. The kit is primarily matched to the supported GS, RS, and LS engine and intake layout. Vehicles with transmission swaps, engine swaps, or relocated components should be checked for pipe and filter clearance.
Q7: How much horsepower does this Integra cold air intake add?
A7: Flashark lists an estimated increase of 7-10% in horsepower and 6-8% in torque. Actual results depend on engine condition, intake-air temperature, exhaust modifications, ECU calibration, fuel quality, and testing method. On a mostly stock B18B1 engine, the deeper intake sound and improved throttle feel may be more noticeable than the peak horsepower increase.
Q8: Is a cold air intake worth installing on a stock B18B1 Integra?
A8: It can be worthwhile for an owner who wants a louder induction sound, a reusable filter, smoother intake tubing, and a more responsive feel at low and mid RPM. A naturally aspirated B18B1 will not normally gain a large amount of power from an intake alone, so it should be considered a supporting bolt-on upgrade rather than a major power modification.
Q9: Does an Integra cold air intake require an ECU tune?
A9: A tune is not normally required when the intake is installed by itself on a compatible, otherwise stock B18B1 engine. The factory ECU can compensate for modest airflow changes. Tuning becomes more useful when the car also has a header, full exhaust, upgraded intake manifold, camshafts, larger injectors, or forced induction.
Q10: Will this intake cause a check engine light or rough idle?
A10: A correctly installed intake should not automatically cause a check engine light. Common causes after installation include a loose clamp, intake leak, disconnected vacuum or breather hose, damaged intake-air-temperature sensor wiring, or an incorrectly fitted hose. Read the diagnostic code and inspect every connection before replacing parts.
Q11: Will this intake make my Acura Integra louder?
A11: Yes. The aluminum intake pipe and cone filter generally produce a deeper, more aggressive induction sound when the throttle is opened. The sound is usually most noticeable during acceleration and at higher RPM, while normal cruising should remain comparatively mild.
Q12: What is included with the Integra cold air intake kit?
A12: The package includes one lightweight aluminum intake-pipe kit, one washable and reusable cone air filter, and a set of couplers, clamps, hose, and mounting hardware. Inspect all components before removing the factory airbox and keep the original hardware until the installation has been completed and checked.
Q13: How difficult is the cold air intake to install?
A13: The product page describes the kit as installable with simple tools and states that the required mounting accessories are included. Installation generally involves removing the factory airbox and resonator, routing the aluminum pipe, connecting the vacuum and breather hoses, and mounting the filter securely. Access through the inner-fender or bumper area may be required depending on the filter position.
Q14: Can I drive in rain with this Integra cold air intake?
A14: Normal rain should not cause a problem when the filter is securely mounted and the factory splash shields and inner-fender liners remain intact. However, many Integra cold air intakes position the filter low in the fender area. Avoid deep puddles, flooded roads, missing splash protection, and direct pressure-washing because a submerged filter can draw water into the engine and cause hydrolock.
Q15: How do I maintain the washable cone air filter?
A15: Inspect the filter regularly and clean it when dirt begins to collect between the pleats. Use a cleaning method intended for reusable performance filters and allow it to dry completely before reinstalling it. If the filter requires oil, apply only a light, even amount because excess oil can collect inside the intake pipe and contaminate nearby sensors.