Brute Force Intake System

Special Price $349.99 Regular Price $399.99
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SKU
AEM-21-8000DC
The AEM 21-681C Performance Cold Air Intake System produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your vehicle's restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. This air intake system was designed, tuned and dyno-tested to fit specific Audi A4 models. Air enters the system through an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration and performance. The air filter is located in the original air box space and is protected by a heat shield which is designed to reduce intake air temperature and increase horsepower. The intake tubing is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable gunmetal gray powder coated finish. This air intake system was developed to accommodate the engine's factory emissions control devices including the mass air flow sensor. The cylinder shaped AEM Dryflow air filter is made from an oil-free, synthetic filter media that can be used for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed (depending on driving conditions). The air intake system is backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty. Some AEM air intakes are not legal for sale or use in California and other states adopting California emission standards while others are 50 state legal. View the 21-681C vehicle applications to determine the legal status for each vehicle.
  • Increased horsepower
  • Tuned and dyno-tested to improve acceleration and engine sound
  • Low restriction aluminum tubing
  • Air filter lasts up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is required (depending on driving conditions)
  • Washable and reusable oil-free filter media
  • AEM Lifetime Limited Warranty
Estimated Horsepower Gain12.25 HP @ 4796 RPM
Replacement Filter21-2100DK
Air Filter ColorRed
Air Filter MaterialNon-woven Synthetic
Clamps Included5
Clamp MaterialSteel
Clamp StyleRegular
Couplers Included1
Power Spacer includedNo
WarrantyLimited Lifetime
Product StyleAEM Brute Force Intake System
Air Filter Outlet ShapeRound
Intake Pipe Color / FinishGunmetal Gray
Intake Pipe MaterialAluminum
CARB EO NumberD-670-15
Street Legal In All US StatesLegal for use in all 50 states.
TUV Approved (Europe)No
Weight11 lb (5 kg)
Product Box Height14.94 in (379 mm)
Product Box Length22.2 in (564 mm)
Product Box Width14.5 in (368 mm)
Mounting Hardware IncludedYes
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DIY Level

Easy Moderate Advanced

Tools Needed

Wrench, Extension, Flat Blade Screwdriver, Allen Wrench

Installation Time

90 Minutes

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