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2014-2016 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring 2.0L Turbo Air Intake Boosts Power

Feb 24, 2015

AEM air Intake system for 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring Turbo models

The AEM air Intake system for 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring 2.0L Turbo models uses a charcoal gray powder coated intake tube for durability and a factory-like finish

The Subaru Impreza share its platform with several Subaru sub-models including the WRX, WRX STi, and the compact crossover SUV known as the Subaru Forester. The 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester combines the versatility of a small crossover SUV with the handling and fuel efficiency of a compact car. Top of the line 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT models received a sporty new 2.0-liter turbo charged and intercooled direct injection FA20 engine also used in the VA series 2015 Subaru WRX. The 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT 2.0L turbo engine is mated to a lineartronic CVT transmission with paddle shifters for a fun-to-drive crossover SUV.

AEM short ram intake 21-742C for 2014 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring

AEM short ram intake 21-742C for 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring 2.0L Turbo models includes a unique heat shield to help deflect engine heat away from the filter

AEM has a solid reputation for making Subaru cold air intake systems and the AEM cold air intake for the VA series Subaru WRX 2.0L turbo FA20 models was shown to make impressive power gains. Borrowing from the experience gained developing a 2015 Subaru WRX intake system, AEM has applied those insights to creating a 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT 2.0L turbo air intake 21-742C. Dyno testing shows that the AEM 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0 air intake produced an amazing estimated 23 horsepower maximum increase at the wheels of an otherwise stock Forester. All of the design features of the AEM performance 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT Premium & Touring 2.0L Turbo air intake system were tuned to improve horsepower and torque delivery across the entire RPM range, making it a power increase that can be used even during average driving situations.

At AEM Induction Systems our engineers design our intake systems as a fully integrated component of the vehicle. Improved horsepower is only part of the intake development equation. The 21-742C AEM intake system utilizes a mandrel bent aluminum air intake tube powder coated in a charcoal gray color to place the AEM Dryflow air filter toward the front of the engine compartment. With the help of the powder coated application specific heat shield, the AEM 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT 2.0L turbo air intake is able to make use of the cool dense air coming from the stock cold air inlet. This AEM air intake system comes equipped with a non-oiled AEM Dryflow air filter 21-202DK which delivers high airflow, excellent filtration, and exceptional engine protection. AEM Dryflow air filters are washable, reusable, free of air filter oil, and are backed by a lifetime limited warranty.

The AEM 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru Forester XT 2.0L turbo air intake system is an excellent performance upgrade for increased acceleration, improved power delivery, and more smiles per gallon. This is a complete AEM short ram air intake system including an application specific heat shield, all the necessary hardware, and step by step installation instructions. To provide peace of mind, AEM Induction Systems stands behind its products with a Lifetime Limited Warranty. The 21-742C AEM air intake system will provide increased performance and sporty engine sound for the following Subaru Forester models:

2016 Subaru Forester 2.0L H4
2015 Subaru Forester 2.0L H4
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0L H4

AEM performance air intakes for Subaru Forester models can be found on the Subaru Forester Air Intakes page, for other models you check out our air filter by vehicle make and model pages. AEM performance products for other vehicles can be found using the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.

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AEM Subaru Forester 2.0L Air Intake 21-742C Dyno Chart

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2002-2016 VW Touareg, Porsche Cayenne & More with AEM Air Filter Get Reusable Performance

Feb 20, 2015

AEM air filter for 2002-2016 VW Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q7 models

AEM washable Dryflow air filter number 28-20857 will replace the disposable air filter in many 2002-2016 VW Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q7 models including those with gasoline and diesel engines

Owners of many Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Range Rover models from 2002-2016,including those with gasoline, or diesel engines, have a performance Dryflow replacement air filter option from the experts in cold air intakes, AEM Induction Systems. The 28-20857 AEM Dryflow reusable air filter is precision-engineered to be a direct air filter replacement for the disposable factory air filter and fit inside the stock air filter box without any need for modifications. Most AEM replacement Dryflow air filters can be installed in a matter of minutes, and many times do not require tools.

The Volkswagen Touareg was a joint venture between VW, Audi, and Porsche designers with the intent of creating an off-road vehicle that could handle on-road like a sports car

By replacing a disposable factory air filter with a replacement AEM Dryflow air filter, many Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Range Rover models from 2002-2016,including those with gasoline, or diesel engines, can receive a lifetime of performance without sacrificing engine protection. An AEM replacement Dryflow replacement air filter is constructed using a durable urethane sealing lip to help ensure a positive, air-tight seal and a factory like fit in the stock air filter box. Advanced Dryflow, non-woven, oil free, synthetic air filter media makes up the core of an AEM replacement air filter.

AEM’s Non-oiled Dryflow air filter media technology allows for easy cleaning, durable service, and excellent filtration without the need for air filter oil. When it comes time to service the air filter, cleaning can be easily completed using the AEM air filter cleaner 1-1000. Cleaning is performed by following a simple four step process. Because an AEM dry filter does not require oil the air filter can be returned to service sooner and with less effort.

The replacement AEM Dryflow air filter 28-20857 for many Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Range Rover models from 2002-2016,including those with gasoline, or diesel engines, is an easy to install replacement filter that is designed to improve horsepower delivery and throttle response. A reusable AEM Dryflow replacement air filter for VW Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and even select Land Rover Ranger Rover models will save time and money on maintenance costs. AEM backs its stock replacement air filters with a Lifetime Limited Warranty so it really is the last air filter you’ll need to purchase. AEM Dryflow replacement air filters will not void the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty..

For exact vehicle fitment see the vehicle application listing below or use the search by car or truck lookup tool. Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q7 models with certain engines will require two air filters.

2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2015 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2015 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2015 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6
2015 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2015 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2014 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2014 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2014 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6
2014 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2014 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2014 Porsche Cayenne 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2014 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2014 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6
2014 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2014 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2014 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6
2014 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2013 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2013 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2013 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6
2013 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2013 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2013 Porsche Cayenne 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2013 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2013 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6
2013 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2013 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2013 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6
2013 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2012 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2012 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2012 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6
2012 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2012 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2012 Porsche Cayenne 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2012 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2012 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6
2012 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2012 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2012 AUDI Q7 4.1L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2012 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6
2012 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2011 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2011 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2011 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2011 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6
2011 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2011 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2011 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2011 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6
2011 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2011 AUDI Q7 6.0L V12 Diesel (2 required)
2011 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2011 AUDI Q7 4.1L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2011 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6
2011 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2010 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2010 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2010 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2010 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L V6 Diesel
2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER III 3.6L V8
2010 AUDI Q7 6.0L V12 Diesel (2 required)
2010 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8
2010 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2010 AUDI Q7 3.6L V6
2010 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6
2010 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2009 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2009 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2009 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER III 3.6L V8
2009 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.4L V8
2009 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.2L V8
2009 AUDI Q7 6.0L V12 Diesel (2 required
) 2009 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2009 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2009 AUDI Q7 3.6L V6
2009 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2008 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2008 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2008 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER III 3.6L V8 Diesel
2008 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.4L V8
2008 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.2L V8
2008 AUDI Q7 6.0L V12 Diesel (2 required)
2008 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8
2008 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2008 AUDI Q7 3.6L V6
2008 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2007 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2007 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L V8 (2 required)
2007 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)
2007 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L V6
2007 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L V6
2007 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER III 3.6L V8 Diesel
2007 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.4L V8
2007 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.2L V8
2007 AUDI TT QUATTRO 3.2L V6
2007 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2007 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 Diesel (2 required)
2007 AUDI Q7 3.6L V6
2007 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 3.2L V6
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2006 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2006 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)
2006 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L V6
2006 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER III 3.6L V8 Diesel
2006 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.4L V8
2006 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 4.2L V8
2006 AUDI TT QUATTRO 3.2L V6
2006 AUDI Q7 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2006 AUDI Q7 3.6L V6
2006 AUDI Q7 3.0L V6 Diesel
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6L V6
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 3.2L V6
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2005 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2005 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)
2005 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L V6
2005 AUDI TT QUATTRO 3.2L V6
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 6.0L W12 (2 required)
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 3.2L V6
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2004 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2004 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)
2004 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L V6
2003 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2003 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2003 Volkswagen Touareg 3.2L V6
2003 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 Diesel
2003 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L L5 Diesel
2003 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)
2003 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L V6
2002 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel (2 required)
2002 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 (2 required)
2002 Volkswagen Touareg 3.2L V6
2002 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L V8 (2 required)

AEM performance air filters for Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Range Rover models can be found on the Volkswagen Touareg Air Filters, Porsche Cayenne Air Filters, Audi Q7 Air Filters and Range Rover Air Filters pages. AEM performance products for other vehicles can be found using the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.

AEM Sponsored Ultra4 Racing Team Takes on King of the Hammers and Finishes in 5th

Feb 20, 2015

Seen here from left to right is the AEM Intakes sponsored Jimmy’s 4x4 Ultra4 2015 King of the Hammers team made up of co-pilot Jason Henne, Travis Brake, and Ultra4 driver Derek West (Sightline Images/Bill Bailey photo)

Each February since 2007 thousands upon thousands of off-road, Jeep, 4x4, and ATV enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to Means Dry Lake in the Johnson Valley OHV area near Landers, California for one of the largest off-road events in the United States. This special event combines the thrills of high-speed desert racing with extreme rock crawling and due to the many trails with “hammer” in the name; this event has earned the title King of the Hammers (KOH). The King of the Hammers has grown from the original 2007 race of 13 invitation only competitors to a weeklong festival of everything off-road. The expanded race schedule includes hundreds of competitors across several classes such as the KliM King of the Motos, KOH Polaris UTV race, the SmittyBilt Every Man Challenge, and of course the highly anticipated King of the Hammers Ultra4 4400 unlimited race.

The 1st lap of the 2015 King of the Hammers course was a lot of open desert with speeds over 90 MPH and the Jimmy’s 4x4 team of Derek and Jason was able to maintain their 4th place position (Sightline Images/Bill Bailey photo)

Derek West and his navigator Jason Henne were among the 127 competitors who started the King of the Hammers Ultra4 4400 race on February 6th, 2015. The duo qualified fourth earlier in the week which is an impressive feat considering the new Jimmy’s 4x4 car was built from the chassis up in less than six weeks. With only an hour of run time on the car, Derek and Jason were excited to be starting the big race on the second row. At 8:00 am Friday morning the first two cars left the starting line with Derek West and his navigator leaving thirty seconds later.

The King of the Hammers is a race of attrition with mechanical failures being the number one cause of a DNF and the Jimmy’s 4x4 team of Derek West and Jason Henne was not immune (Sightline Images/Bill Bailey photo)

The first lap of the 2015 King of the Hammers course consisted of mostly open desert sections with speeds exceeding 90 MPH in some areas. At the completion of the first lap Derek and Jason brought the Jimmy’s 4x4 number 20 car into the pits and were able to maintain their fourth place position. It was after the first lap while driving across one of the flat dry-lake sections that Derek and Jason encountered their first of several mechanical issues. The King of the Hammers is a race of attrition with mechanical failures being the number one cause of the dreaded “Did Not Finish” or DNF on the results board.

Derek West and Jason Henne encountered several problems during the 2015 King of the Hammers race, however, their AEM Dryflow synthetic air filter and pre-filter wrap worked flawlessly (Sightline Images/Bill Bailey photo)

Derek pulled off the course before heading up the trail known as “Aftershock” and radioed into the pits to talk with his engine builder. The new Sho-Me Speed built supercharged Chevy LS3 engine was experiencing a drop in oil pressure, and switching connections with the fuel pressure gauge indicated it was a real problem, not a malfunctioning gauge. It seemed the Jimmy’s 4x4 team had bypassed the oil cooler for fear of contamination, and the hot oil was thinning out causing the pressure drop. The team decided it was best to limp the Jimmy’s 4x4 number 20 car back to the pits and replace the oil with a heavier weight to resist thinning. This helped and Derek West was able to push on through the rock sections. The Jimmy’s 4x4 team later found some straight 60 weight racing oil and once again the team changed the oil. This time the oil pressure problem was cured and Derek was able to focus on racing and regaining his spot near the front.

Derek and co-pilot Jason stopped a few more times during the race. They developed a power steering leak, the hood needed to be fixed, and there were other issues such as loose nuts typical of this kind of racing. When the dust settled the Jimmy’s 4x4 team of Derek West and Jason Henne crossed the finished line in just under 11 hours, which was good enough for a fifth place finish. The King of the Hammers is an endurance event that puts both man and machine to the test. Simply finishing the King of the Hammers is a major accomplishment in itself. Of the 127 teams that left the starting line, a mere 17 cars crossed the finish line in time. The 2015 King of the Hammers was Derek West’s 7th KOH and he has finished in the top five four different times.

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AEM Cold Air Intake for Select Ford Fiesta, Dodge Ram and Chevy Silverado Models

Feb 13, 2015

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AEM Cold Air Intake for 2013, 2014 and 2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L

Feb 13, 2015

AEM Cold Air Intake 21-730C fits the following Hyundai Genesis models:

2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L
2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L

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