Average install time: 10-15min
Tools/Parts Needed:
- RPi Ram Air Scoops
- Torx Screwdriver Set
- Long Philips Screwdriver
- Small Stubby Flathead Screwdriver
Step 1:
Okay. Obviously, you will need to open your hood. Once open, you need to remove the weatherstipping (see below). To do this, push the weatherstripping towards the back of the car a little and pull upwards.
Step 2:
Using the torx screwdriver, remove the bolts shown in the picture below.
Step 3:
Removing the grill: You only need to get to the top 3 clips and one on each side to remove the grill. First, use a small screwdriver to push in the slap. At the same time, pull the grill outwards. Start from one side and work your way to the other. After the 3rd one, the top of the grill will be partially out (see image below). Leave it like this. Do NOT try to yank out the grill.
Step 4:
Pull the center of the front bumper out enough for you to get your arm in there. There will be one pin on each side of the grill piece. You can either squeeze (if you are strong enough) or use a small stubby screwdrive to push them in like the ones on top.
Step 5:
Follow step 4 on the other side of the grill.
Step 6:
Once the side pins are pushed in, pull the grill outward and it should come off easily.
Step 7:
Here is a picture of the back of the grill. This will give you an idea of where the pins are located. See the little red arrows? They are pointing at the pins you need to push or squeeze.
Step 8:
This image shows you where the holes will be after you mount the air scoop. The highlighted area (in grey) is where the scoop's tab will go.
Step 9:
Once you line up the scoop, use the self tapping screws to secure the scoop in place. There is no need to use a drill. Use a long screwdriver to install the screws. Do NOT overtighten.
Step10:
Use the self tapping screw to secure the bottom scoop tab.
Once you completed the install, the scoop should look like this. Follow the same instructions to do the other side. The second side will be easier because you can just reach in from the other grill opening to remove the other grill. Get it?
UPDATED NOTES: (all orders placed within the past 4 months have updated designs.) Please see below installation notes.
Step 11:
Follow the first few steps backward to put everything back together.
If you have any questions about the install, please don't hesitate to call 562-630-5966.