aFe 15-21 VW GTI L4 2.0L Rapid Induction Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filter

This aFe intake component is the 15-21 VW GTI L4 2.0L Rapid Induction Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filter for 2015-2020 Audi A3. Confirm the complete vehicle, engine, filter-media choice, tube or opening size, sensor provisions, emissions status, and included hardware before ordering.

Key Features

• Application-specific airflow path and mounting configuration
• Filter media, sensor provisions, tube size, and emissions classification are model specific
• Volkswagen GTI (MKVII) 15-21 L4-2.0L (t)

Fitment

Specifications

What’s Included

One new aFe cold air intake in the exact configuration and quantity identified by this listing. Hardware, clamps, couplers, gaskets, sensors, wiring, fluids, calibration, and accessories are included only when expressly stated.

About aFe Power

aFe Power develops application-specific intake, filtration, exhaust, cooling, tuning, suspension, drivetrain, and truck-performance components supported by product testing and documented installation requirements.

Important Disclosures

• California Proposition 65 warning: this product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the 15-21 VW GTI L4 2.0L Rapid Induction Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filter fit my 2015-2020 Audi A3 (aFe 52-10020R)?
Match the complete year, make, model, engine, trim, drivetrain, sensor arrangement, and emissions notes shown for this exact product.

Which aFe filter media should I choose?
Dry and oiled media have different airflow and maintenance characteristics. Use only the media supplied or approved for the exact intake and follow its service procedure.

Will this intake require tuning?
Requirements vary by vehicle and intake design. Follow aFe’s current application notes and confirm compatibility with any existing calibration or airflow-sensor changes.

Is this intake legal for street use in my state?
Emissions classification is product and application specific. Confirm the current CARB EO or competition-use statement for this exact part before purchase or installation.

Installation Instructions

1. Confirm aFe part number 52-10020R, the complete vehicle or specification-based application, and all required supporting components.
2. Disconnect the battery when sensors or electrical connectors are involved, then compare the new intake path and hardware before removing factory components.
3. Transfer sensors and seals carefully, install tubing, couplers, clamps, heat shields, and filter in the specified orientation, and keep every connection clear of heat and moving parts.
4. Check for intake leaks, loose clamps, sensor faults, and contact through the full range of engine movement before driving.