What's in the Box

Hardware included:

(1) One Adapter
(1) One Long Twist Bracket
(1) One Short Twist Bracket
(2) Two 6mm-1.00x20mm Allen Bolt
(2) Two 6mm-1.00x25mm Allen Bolt
(1) One Nylock Nut
(4) Four Wave Washers
(5) Five Flat Washers
(1) One Silicone Step Hose
(1) One Silicone Straight Hose
(1) One 5/8" ID Vent Hose
(1) One 3/4" ID Vent Hose
(2) Two Gaskets
(1) One Grommet
(1) One Trim Seal 44"L
(1) One #10 Hose Clamp
(1) One #12 Hose Clamp
(1) One #48 Hose Clamp
(3) Three #56 Hose Clamps
(1) One #104 Hose Clamp

Installation Info

Installation Time

(approx) 1 Hour

Difficulty Level:

Simple installation for anyone.

Installation Guides

Manufacturer:
How to Install a K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake on Your 1996-2004 Mustang GT

Customer Submitted:
How to Install a K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake on your 1996-2004 Mustang GT

Tech Specs

Cold Air Intake Specifications

Year/Model:	1996-2004 GT	Filter Placement:	Engine Bay
Material:	High Density Polyethylene	Finish:	Black
Manufacture:	K&N	Computer Tune Required:	No

Tech Guides:

Foxbody Air Induction Part I

Will it fit my Mustang?

GT - 96, 97, 98, 99, 00, 01, 02, 03, 04

Questions & Answers (15)

5 Top Rated Questions

I want to add the most power I can possible should I go with this product or a bbk cold air intake?

On a 96-04 Mustang, the BBK Cold Air intake will get you a bit more power than the K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake.

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Will I have any issues fitting this to my 2000 Saleen with the supercharger?

The 2000 Saleen Supercharged Mustangs have slightly different intake fitment, so this will not work on that Mustang.

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Will this work with BBK 78mm T/B? Does the upper hose coupler from the plastic intake tube directly fit onto the intake port of the 78mm T/B or will I need to find a new hose?

BBK includes multiple fittings in the 78 T/B kit since the hose sizes changed halfway through the 99-04 production. So, the shouldn't be a need to change the hose itself. However, the coupler connecting the FIPK to the mouth of the T/B should be changed.
the system is fine, the actual connecting flange that connects to the throttle body is stretched very tightly.. prolly should buy a bigger sleeve but it isn't absolutely necessary.. but to provide a definite answer this will work. hope this helps!

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So there's a little gap where the gasket and long/short bracket go. Should I be concerned?

I would suggest contacting our customer service department, as we would want to see some photos of the gap to be sure that you are not missing anything!

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I'm aware that the filter is washable/reusable. But is it possible to completely replace the old filter if it is really damaged? And just pop a new one on? Certain size filter?

Yes, it is possible to replace the filter! K&N makes a direct fit replacement for the K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake here: https://www.americanmuscle.com/kn-cai-filter-9604gt.html

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would it only fit a GT or can it fit a v6 also 1 answer

Hello Louis, This will only be for the Gt model because the intake systems are different for both cars.

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I have the SR performance strut tower brace installed and was curious if this Cold air intake would fit with the strut tower brace. 1 answer

The SR Performance strut tower should provide enough clearance for this cold air intake.

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i have purchased a 2003 MAF sensor that comes with IAT in it, so since theres no place for the the separate IAT sensor in the k N tube, can i just connect the cables to the MAF sensor connector ?? 1 answer

The computer would not be able to correctly interpret this if wired in this way. You would need to drill a hole in the tube and insert a grommet for the sensor to ensure an accurate reading from the IAT sensor.

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this might be a dumb question but then again I'm not very knowledgeable when it comes to cars will this fit in my 95 mustang gt 5.0? because i don't want a CAI that goes in the fender i want a short one and if not where can i find one 1 answer

Hello, unfortunately this K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake (96-04 GT) does not show fitment for the 95 GT, but if you would like a CAI for your year range and not have it go into the fender, then I would advise C&L Cold Air Intake w/ 76mm MAF Housing (94-95 GT) http://www.americanmuscle.com/cnl-76maf-cai-9495gt.html just remember to choose your correct LB Injectors.

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Hi I'm from California and they're very strict on smog regulations. My question is there a carb EO sticker included in this kit? Thank you. 1 answer

The K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake (96-04 GT) will be California legal, and this will have a carb EO number of D-269-28.

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will a k&n cold air intake work with a tuner? or does it have to be a fenderweld CAI? 1 answer

It will work perfectly fine, and you dont need a tuner for this intake either. But having one just makes it oh soo much better.

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I bought the car and it had a K/N filter with stock intake. How much difference does the whole intake make? is it worth the money for performance, or can I use the money elsewhere. Dont have a lot of extra cash, but would like to improve the performance. Cant seem to win any of the contests, so I need help. Any advise will help 2 answers

I installed this kit in my 2004 GT. Since I make a habit of recording mileage, I can tell you it gave me almost 3 miles per gallon more travelling on the interstate. These trips were about 2400 miles each (round trip), so it was relatively easy to gauge. Since my daily commute in the city changed around the time I installed the intake, I can't qualify the difference in mileage - more stop and go on the new commute.
mine was the same way. I bought it anyways. You wont notice giant gains or anything but it will idle smoother because that restrictive intake tubing is replaced. Definitely makes the bay look better

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Is there an exact replacement, just for the air filter with the chrome piece? The round chrome filter piece , is the any replacement for a 2004 gt mustang that will fit or do you have to clean it? 1 answer

You do not need to replace the air filter, just clean it. There are several kits available that have a cleaning solvent and a filter oiler. K&n warranties their filters for 1,000,000 miles.

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Filter Is the filter reuseable or do you have to buy a new one rather then be able to clean and reuse ? 3 answers

The filter is designed to last for at least 100,000 miles, and K&N sells recharge kits for their filters, which do work great. When you buy any K&N Filter, it should come with a warranty card that you're supposed to keep with your vehicle, giving you the details and a guarantee. Their filters are really reliable, the only reason you might have to buy a replacement is if it's torn or been through some really extreme conditions.
Yes the filter is reusable, and is rated to last over 1,000,000 miles if you use the "recharge kit" every 50,000. However, I suggest using the recharge kit every 20,000 miles or so or whenever the filter visually appears to be dirty. My father has a 2007 Mustang GT and has 120,000 miles on the car, he added a K&N filter after 1,800 miles, after cleaning it every 15-25,000 miles it looks, and preforms like new. It is a very good investment.
It's reusable. You use the K&N Recharge Kit to clean it.

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Will Fit A Saleen SC? I have a 2002 Saleen SC. Do you know if the K&N will fit or is there another brand that will fit? Do you know is it worth upgrading? I haven't seen too many Saleens with aftermarket intakes but it looks like the stock GT intake just with a K&N air filter. 2 answers

Nope . Def not. U need a specific intake for a twins crew style blower setup
Looking at pics of the supercharger, it doesn't look like it. Saleen might make a CAI for their supercharger though.

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Customer Reviews (100) Write a Review

Overall Rating

4.7

out of 5 stars

Installation Time:Afternoon

Installation Cost:$100-$250

Performance Gain 4.293103 4.3
Fit 4.396552 4.4

5/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

August 23, 2019

K N 57

I noticed immediate power gains and a nice, deep exhaust growl with this CAI. Works well with my Flowmaster. Instructions not very helpful. Put together with trial and error and common sense.

AllenS

Year: 1998 Submodel: GT

Helpful (0) Thanks for your input!

Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

August 11, 2019

Nice

Fit perfect. Had a couple bumps, but worked through em.

Rah

Year: 1999 Submodel: GT

Helpful (0) Thanks for your input!

Performance Gain 3
3
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

July 20, 2019

57 FIPK COLD AIR INTAKE

The 57 FIPK was a great fit for my 2001 stage 3 Roush. I can feel and hear a difference in air flow from the m90 supercharger.

AndyM

Year: 2001 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

June 22, 2019

K N air intake

Great cold air intake fits perfectly and increases horsepower. Makes engine breath a lot better. Felt a big difference in a 4th gear pull.

BaileyF

Year: 1996 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

June 17, 2019

great product

This is definitely a great cold air intake for my 99 GT however I ran into one problem. The intake uses two brackets that that will then meet and tighten down on a bolt that comes out right below the valve cover if I remember correctly. On my gt that bolt wasn't there, instead, wires were exiting through that hole. So instead I had to zip tie the intake to the side panel and now it stays in place fine. If you have a 99 GT make sure your aware that you don't have that bolt coming out of your motor, its wires.

HunterP

Year: 1999 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

May 21, 2019

Wow!

You can really feel the difference! It wasn’t a little hard to install because it’s a tight fit but well worth it!

Manny

Year: 2002 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 3
3

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

February 14, 2019

Nice and easy install

Makes the engine bay look better really easy to install .

Brian

Year: 2000 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 3
3

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

December 29, 2018

Cold Air Intake

This Is a Good Up Grade For My 1998 Mustang Gt KandN Series 57 FIPK Cold Air Intake

RonaldL

Year: 1998 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

4/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

August 27, 2018

Excellent CAI

Gains power and gives it a meaner sound. Im sure it would gain from an aftermarket exhaust

MiguelH

Year: 2001 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

August 24, 2018

Easy to install. You can hear the suction when reving up and it gives better throttle response/little more power. Works well with the Bama X4 tuner. Makes the engine bay look very nice as well.

Bignasty59

Year: 1999 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

June 19, 2018

Nice Add on

I found the KandN 57 just easy to install and power gain was nice, also the Lag was gone on take off. Would definitely recommend the product to a friend

DavidB

Year: 2004 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

May 12, 2018

Awesome!

this intake is awesome. you can feel difference and it sounds great. they should have changed the locations for one of the fittings by the oil cap but it still fits

ScottS

Year: 2002 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 4
4

5/5

May 08, 2018

Cold air intake

This product was what I was looking for. The bbk that was on it was not performing. I have had k@n products before and the work. I'm very happy with the product.

RogerH

Year: 2003 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 5
5

4/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

March 22, 2018

Easy install, really tight fit.

If I can do it, follow directions, anyone can. Just don’t like I have to fight if I have to add oil. If there is some fix for that.... It’s runs nicer. Next upgrade?

Steve

Year: 2002 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 2
2

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

March 05, 2018

Hours power

This kandn filter made a great deference on my gt pony

LaureanoB

Year: 1996 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

2/5

Installation Time: Shop Install

March 01, 2018

Great filter

increased HP and Gas Mileage. 20 Horsepower increase and 3 miles per gallon increase. I also added the flow master

Dustinu

Year: 2004 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 5
5

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

January 11, 2018

Air intake

Easy to install only thing is the one big hose on the side hits the oil cap but other than that it's perfect

ChrisW

Year: 2004 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 5
5
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

December 08, 2017

Nice item

Very good response, improved. Engine feels strong when push the pedal. Great item

AlejandroR

Year: 2002 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

November 22, 2017

so cool

was a great fit and works great plus has a great noise

Chase

Year: 2001 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 4
4

5/5

Installation Time: Afternoon

November 05, 2017

FIPK CAI

Needed to drill a hole for the sensor, other than that install was quick and simple, paired it with a intake spacer and SR 70mm throttle body. A tune would do me some good. Pleased with it so for no problems!

DominickS

Year: 1996 Submodel: GT

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Performance Gain 4
4
Fit 4
4

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