1999-2001 Ford F-350 6.8L V10

Equipped with AEM DRYFLOW FilterNo Oil Required!

Kit Part Number: 21-8115

CARB EO # D-392-30

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Advanced Engine Management Inc.2205 126th Street, Unit A

Hawthorne, CA 90250Phone: 310.484.2322

http://www.aempower.com

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Quantity Part Number1 10-81151 2-811511 2-8115220 35-31031 20-81151 4093-42 4093-615 650042 103-BLO-5220N2 103-BLO-6420N1 103-BLO-7220N1 5-4541 12285602 5599602 444.460.081 8-3112 8-3521 8-1292 8-3531 7846341 21-2109D20 8-11116 8-1192 10-922Y1 5-3241 1-124 T20 Tamper Resistant Torx Tool

Bill of Materials

Part Description InstructionsUpper Intake PipeLower Intake Pipe 1/4" Fiber Braid SheathingHeatshieldHose Clamp, 1 1/2"Hose Clamp, 1 1/16" NarrowHose, 5/8" ID#52 Hose Clamp#64 Hose Clamp#72 Hose ClampHose, Adapter 4.50/4.00Rubber Mount, 1"X8mm8mm Washer8mm Serrated NutWiring HarnessBullet Terminal 20-18 GA Male3/4" PlugBullet Terminal 20-18 GA Female1/2" Grommet3.25X9" Dryflow FilterRubber Edge TrimSponge Rubber GasketAEM Yellow DecalHose, Adapter 3.25/4.00

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1. Preparing Vehicle

a) Make sure vehicle is parked on a level surface.b) Set parking brake.c) If engine has run in the past two hours let it cool down.

2. Removal of Stock System

d) Remove the two stockbreather hoses from theupper intake tube. Loosenthe hose clamp securingthe upper intake tube to thethrottle body.

a) Stock intakesystem.

b) Remove the jackhardware from thefront of the truck.

c) Remove the twobolts securing theradiator supportbracket located on thedriver side of thetruck. Remove theradiator supportbracket.

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e) Loosen the hose clampattaching the intake tube tothe air claener casing.

f) This step is only for1999-2000 Ford V10’s,unplug the inlet airtemperture sensor locatedin the intake tube. If youhave a 2001-2003 FordV10 proceed to step e.

g) Remove the upperintake pipe from the enginebay.

h) Unclasp the clampholding the two parts of theair filter box together.

i) Use a screwdriver toremove the mass air flowsensor from the inside ofthe air filter box.

j) After prying theplastic cover awayfrom the airbox.Disconnect the MAFwiring harness fromthe MAF.

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k) Pull out the MAF wiringharness out of the air filterbox.

l) Finally remove thelower part of the intakebox by removing thethree bolts holding it inplace.

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3. Inlet Air Temperature Wiring Extension (Only for Trucks with an external IAT)a) Be sure to disconnect the negative terminal on the battery.

Gasket

Edge Trim

b) Cut the two wiresconnecting the IATconnector to the vehicleas shown 4 inches fromthe connector. Strip1/4” off all four wireends.

c) Crimp the suppliedfemale bullet terminalto each of the twowires. Heat the pinkpart of the connectorwith a heat gun orlighter.

d) This is how theconnectors on thevehicle should look.

e) Crimp each of thesupplied male bulletterminal connector tothe IAT harness wires.Heat the pink part witha heat gun or a lighter.

f) The IAT Wiringharness should looklike this when you aredone. Then, connectit to the suppliedwiring harness.

g) The two wires withred stripes should beconnected. And, theother two plain wiresshould be connected.

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h) This is how yournew extended IATwiring harness shouldlook.

i) Connect theharness shown in step3(h) to the wirespreped in step 3(d).Be sure to color codethe wires as you did instep 3(g).

j) Wrap the con-nected extendedwiring harness withthe supplied fiberbraid sheathing.Secure with blackelectrical tape.

k) The fiber braidsheathing shouldextend to the plasticwire protectors.

4. Installation of Brute Force Intakea) When installing the intake system, do not completely tighten the hose clamps or mounting tab hardware until told to do so.

b) Prepare theheatshield by lining itwith the suppliedsponge rubber gasketand rubber edge trim.

c) Slide the heatshieldbeneath the bracketholding the canister onthe driver side of thetruck, then line up thetwo holes. Line up thebigger hole on the topof the hetshield with therubber grommet on theradiator.

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e) Secure with thestock bolts.

i) If no external IATis present, then plugoff the hole in theupper pipe. If anexternal IAT ispresent proceed tostep 3(j) if notproceed to step 3(k).

g) Insert the rubbermount in the hole onthe heatshield andsecure with suppliedwasher and nut.

d) Replace the thebracket removed instep 2(c) over theheatshield tab loctedover the stockradiator grommet.

f) Re-install thestock jack hardwareremoved in step2(b).

h) Install the MAFsensor in the lowerpipe securing it withthe stock screws.

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j) First install thesupplied grommet inthe hole located inthe upper pipe.Then, carefullyinstall the IATsensor in the grom-met.

n) Install the smallerreducing coupler onthe end of the upperintake pipe andloosely secure withthe #64 hose clamp.

l) Install the largereducing coupler atthe throttle body,and loosely securewith the supplied#72 hose clamp.

k) Secure thesupplied hose tothe valve covernipple using thesupplied hoseclamp. This hoseis replacing thePCV hose.

m) Insert theupper intake pipeinto the previouslyinstalled couplerand loosely se-cure using thesupplied #64 hoseclamp.

o) Secure, bothbreather hoses tothe upper intakepipe using thesupplied hoseclamps. Thebigger hose isstock and the

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p) Install the lowerpipe into the couplerlining it up thebracket with thepreviously installedrubber mount.

r) Re-connect theMAF sensor wiringharnes to the MAFsensor installed inthe lower pipe.

q) After alignmentis complete looselysecure the bracket tothe rubber mountwith the suppliedwasher and nut.

s) Re-connect theIAT wiring harnessto the IAT if re-quired on yourvehicle.

t) Finally, secureyour DRYFLOWFilter to the end ofthe lower pipe withthe supplied hoseclamp.

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Stock Intake System AEM BFS Intake Installed

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4. Re-asseble Vehiclea) Position the inlet pipes for the best fittment. Be sure that the pipes or any other components do not contact any part of the vehicle. Tighten the rubber mount, all bolts and hose clamps.b) Check for proper hood clearance. Re-adjust pipes if necessary and re-tighten them.c) Inspect the engine bay for any loose tools and check that all fasteners that were moved or removed are properly tightened.d) Start engine. Let car idle for 3 minutes. Perform a final inspection before driving the vehicle.

5. Service and Maintenancea) It is recommended that you service your AEM Dryflow filter every 20,000 miles for optimum performance. Use AEM Dryflow cleaning kit part # 21-110.b) Use aluminum polish to clean your polished AEM Brute Force intake pipe.c) Use window cleaner to clean your powerder coated AEM Brute Force intake pipe. (NOTE: DO NOT USE Aluminum polish on a powder coated AEM Brute Force intake pipe)

For technical inquiriese-mail us at

tech@aempower.comor

call us at310.484.2322 Option # 3

AEM Air Intake System Warranty Policy

AEM warrants that its intake systems will last for the life of your vehicle. AEM will not honor this warranty due to mechanical damage (i.e. improper installation or fitment), damage

from misuse, accidents or flying debris. AEM will not warrant its powdercoating if the finish has been cleaned with a hydrocarbon-based solvent. The powdercoating should only be

cleaned with a mild soap and water solution. Proof of purchase of both the vehicle and AEM intake system is required for redemption of a warranty claim.

This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the AEM part. In no event shall this warranty exceed the original purchase price of the AEM part nor shall AEM be responsible forspecial, incidental or consequential damages or cost incurred due to the failure of this product. Warranty claims to AEM must be transportation prepaid and accompanied with dated proofof purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of product and is non-transferable. Improper use or installation, use for racing, accident, abuse, unauthorized repairs oralterations voids this warranty. AEM disclaims any liability for consequential damages due to breach of any written or implied warranty on all products manufactured by AEM. Warrantyreturns will only be accepted by AEM when accompanied by a valid Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Credit for defective products will be issued pending inspection.Product must be received by AEM within 30 days of the date RMA is issued.

If you have a warranty issue, please call (310) 484-2322, extension 203 and our customer service department will assist you. A proof of purchase is required for all AEM warranty claims.