Basic component removal, cont’d – Paxton Superchargers Ford 5.0L Mustang GT User Manual

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1. BASIC COMPONENT REMOVAL, cont’d

Fig. 1P-1: Sound Tube, Front

Release the clamp securing the corrugated sound

tube to the OEM air inlet duct. Cut the clamp

securing the tube to the diaphragm housing at the

other end. Disconnect both ends of the tube,

snap its mounts free from the airbox and strut

tower, and set the tube aside. It will not be

reused. (See Figs. 1P-1 & 1P-2)

Remove the driver side and passenger side PCV/

breather hoses by disconnecting the quick-release

fittings at each end. Set them aside for later mod-

ification and reinstallation. (See Fig. 1Q)

Automatic Transmission Only: Disconnect the

small quick-release fitting from the OEM air inlet

duct near the sound tube and breather hose con-

nections.

Loosen the hose clamps at each end of the OEM

air inlet duct – one at the throttle body and one at

the airbox. Remove the duct and set it aside. It

will not be reused. (See Fig. 1R)

Remove the 10mm-headed fastener securing the

OEM airbox to the driver side inner fender.

Remove the airbox and set it aside for later rein-

stallation.

Remove the 10mm nut securing the OEM cold air

snorkel to the fan shroud mounting stud screw

and remove the snorkel. Set it aside for later rein-

stallation.

Fig. 1P-2: Sound Tube, Rear

Fig. 1Q: PCV Hoses

Fig. 1R: OEM Air Inlet Duct