Honda Civic Si & Acura RSX Icebox Cold Air Intake Installation Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the Comptech Icebox Cold Air Intake for the 2002–2003 Honda Civic-Si and 2001 – 2003 Acura RSX. All components have been designed and manufactured utilizing the latest in technology and materials. Comptech recommends that you read through these instructions before starting installation and that you use an Acura Factory Shop Manual to supplement these instructions. All Comptech products are intended to be installed by a professional installer. Always use jackstands to support the vehicle when a car lift is not available. Always work in a clean environment and use the appropriate safety equipment to avoid any potential damage or injuries.
Step #1 Remove Stock Airbox
• Before disconnecting battery locate radio code to reactivate radio after installation. (write down pre- set channels for later use)
• Disconnect Negative battery terminal.
• Remove battery positive terminal, tie down clamp, battery and plastic tray.
• Remove engine cover around throttle body on intake manifold (A).
• Remove stock air box lid and filter.
• Disconnect Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor, remove upper intake hose and clamps (B).
• Remove air box mounting bolts and nut. Rotate air box forward and out. Remove rubber grommets and stepped bushings from stock air box*.
• Remove Lower Air inlet hose by removing mounting bolt from radiator cross support above cooling fan.
• Remove ground strap bracket on side of transmission (C). Relocate ground strap from transmission bracket to top of transmission (D).
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