American Expedition Vehicles JK snorkel Kit - Manual (Page 4)

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4. Mark the inside of the hood as shown. Draw the cut line approximately 1/4” (6 mm) lower than the
bend of the hood as shown. This can easily be done by holding a marker such that your finger can be
used as a guide. Finish by marking the rest of the area to be removed.
5. Using the cutoff wheel, clearance the hood inner so that it clears the opening when viewed
from the side.
6. Use touch up paint or rust inhibitor such as MOPAR #82300508 on all areas affected. On lighter col-
ored vehicles, you may want to “black out” the hood inner so that it is not noticeable. Mask and paint
as desired.
C. REMOVE THE FACTORY AIRBOX
1. Remove airbox top
b. 3.6L Gas Models: Remove two bolts attaching engine intake hose to top of radiator. Loosen the
clamp on the engine intake hose. Separate the intake hose and crankcase breather hose (gas)
from the airbox and remove the top of the airbox from the vehicle.
c. 3.8L Gas Models: Loosen the clamp on the engine intake hose. Separate the intake hose and
crankcase breather hose (gas) from the airbox and remove the top of the airbox from the vehicle.
d. 2.8L Diesel Models: Loosen the clamp on the turbo intake hose and unplug the MAP and IAT sen-
sors. Remove the top of the airbox from the vehicle.
2. Remove the air filter and lower portion of the airbox. The airbox simply pulls vertically out of
rubber mounts.