Is this cold air intake system street legal in California?

Yes, this BBK cold air intake system is 50 State CARB Legal. This means it has been tested and approved for use in all states, including California, and will not cause your vehicle to fail emissions testing due to the intake.

What is included in the BBK cold air intake kit?

The kit includes the high-flow inlet tube, a high-flow washable cotton element air filter, and all the necessary shields, mounts, clamps, and hardware for installation. Installation instructions are also provided.

How difficult is the installation of this cold air intake?

This intake is designed as a direct replacement for the factory unit and typically installs with basic hand tools in less than an hour. No cutting or welding is required.

BBK 96-04 Mustang 4.6 GT Cold Air Intake Kit - Blackout Finish

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Specifications

Brand: BBK
Part #: 17185
UPC: 197975171856

BBK 96-04 Mustang 4.6 GT Cold Air Intake Kit - Blackout Finish

Name: BBK 96-04 Mustang 4.6 GT Cold Air Intake Kit - Blackout Finish
Brand: BBK
Price: 346.36 USD
Availability: InStock

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Fits 1996-2004 Ford Mustang GT. BBK Cold Air Intake Kit. Pulls cooler air for improved horsepower and throttle response.

Key Features

Fits 1996-2004 Ford Mustang GT.
Features a fenderwell-style mount to draw in cooler, denser air.
Includes a high-flow, washable cotton element air filter.
The inlet tube is CNC mandrel-bent for smooth airflow.
Comes in a Blackout powder-coated finish.
This intake system is 50 State CARB Legal.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Fits this vehicle

Ford Mustang 1996-2004

Product Details

Already running headers on your 1996-2004 Ford Mustang GT? This BBK cold air intake kit is the next piece of the puzzle to help your engine breathe better. The factory intake system can be pretty restrictive, especially on the 4.6L GT engine. This kit replaces that with a high-flow inlet tube and a washable cotton element air filter, designed to pull cooler, denser air from the fenderwell area into your engine.

BBK builds these intake systems with a CNC mandrel-bent inlet tube for smooth airflow and finishes them in a stealthy Blackout powder coat. The fenderwell mounting location is key here, as it shields the filter from the hotter air under the hood, which can lead to more consistent power gains and improved throttle response right out of the box. It’s a well-built piece that’s also CARB approved, meaning it’s legal for sale and use in all 50 states.

This kit comes with everything you need for installation, including the filter, tube, and all the necessary clamps, mounts, and hardware. You should be able to get it installed with basic hand tools in under an hour.