B7 Install
I am working on a more in depth write up with pictures. Look for that soon.
1. Examine all existing intake components to ensure previous damage is not lingering and could cause your intake to not function properly after install.
2. You will need to remove the front plastic air duct intake that brings air to the filter.
3. The shield will fit with a stock air box but may require slight modification. If you don’t want the stock air box you will need an aftermarket filter set up. This can be any type similar to the EVO Motor Sport ‘U’ pipe and filter or simply a straight bolt on filter like a K&N.
4. There are a few lines that run along the firewall towards the back of the engine you may need to bend or slightly modify to allow the new shield to have proper fitment. These are fuel lines so be very careful to not break them or kink them. They will easily bent or move to allow the fitment of the new shield. This allows for best fitment and sealing. They are easily bent by hand. (do so at your own risk, I am not held responsible for damages you do.)
5. Remove the blue protective plastic on the heatshield aluminum side before installing.This was for shipping and production protection.
6. The heat shield will need to be put in from the front first and then the back will slide down into place with a bit of a bend towards the engine. While you are slipping the front in it helps to make sure you are not against the back of the headlight. This will make it difficult to fit the back.
7. The shield will go on the passenger side of the existing approx. 8x8 reflective /aluminum shielding installed by the dealer next to the lower frame. If the shield sits too high, trim the shield down where it joins the frame about a 1/2". This will allow mor clearence.
8. Once fitted vertically you will slide the back of the shield towards the passenger side wheel well. There you will find a bolt, clip or rubber piece that sticks out of the fire wall which will support the shield to the passenger side. The farther to the passenger side you slide it the better. This is also used to hold the wire loom to the firewall. So look near the wires. A support brace is not needed here. I have thought about it and ran this shield for over (2) years with no problems. I design them to fit tight so there is no vibration while running. When the hood closes it touches the top of the shield which creates a seal on the underside of the hood and supports the shield at the same time.
9. You can attach your shield to either the EVO intake shield or with the stock air box heat shield.
Stock Air Box Installation: Use the two stock screws that hold the existing OEM shield on and run through the new shield. Make sure the new shield is level with the existing rubber engine bay seals in the front and back when marking the shield to make the holes. (note must be made when ordering to get these holes)
Carbonio: Use two self tapping screws and run through the new shield. Make sure the new shield is level with the existing rubber engine bay seals in the front and back when marking the shield to make the holes. (note must be made when ordering to get these holes & screws)
10. Now you need to reinstall the front plastic air intake duct.
11. The shield should not be kinked or warped in the engine bay once installed. Once installed you will find that it fits fairly snug and does not move around.
14. If you have any questions or concerns while installing this shield I am available 24/7 on my cell. Give me a call.
15. That’s it.
NOTE: I recently got new rubber extrusions and noticed that they still have some releasing agents in them from the molds. If they come loose over time, wash the strip of rubber with soapy water and clean with a dry cloth then use a simple silicone glue (I use high heat adheisive) to reattach them to the shield. I apologize for the problem. If you have any questions please let me know.