VMP 2018 Intake Manifold Install Guide for 2015-2017 Ford Mustang GT
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- čas přidán 21. 07. 2024
- Looking to up the horsepower in your 2015-2017 Ford Mustang GT?
Check out the video for step by step instructions from VMP Performance on how to install the 2018 Intake Manifold on your 2015-2017 Ford Mustang GT.
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Good luck to everyone installing their 2018 manifolds! Make sure you subscribe for more videos like this one 👍
VMPPerformance your tune is working great on my 2013 GT with the 2018 Swap.
@@jeffbroughton1425 Sweet! Good to hear!
@@VMPPerformanceTV I did everything exact and it looks perfect just like yours, but I get P2005 which is bank 2 stuck... is this normal? do I have to get a custom tune to resolve this? I bought the plug and play wiring. thanks...
@@FatGuyBuilds yes you must have a custom tune, intake swaps are covered under VMP level 2 tuning: www.vmpperformance.com/VMP-Custom-E-Mail-Tune-all-Ford-Vehicles-Level-2-p/tune-l2.htm
Will this 18 intake manifold be considered carb legal since it’s a ford replacement part? I want to do this to my 15 Mustang GT..
This is the best comprehensive video I have seen for installing the gen 3 intake onto the gen 2 motor. Thank you for doing what nobody else has been able to do with this kind of detail.
Thanks for watching! Glad you appreciate it 👍 - Max
..and their coyote intake manifold comparison video is the absolute best.
The best install video I ever seen!!! Great job keep all your videos this format.
This is the best step by step video on the 18 intake swap. I love the color coded vacuum diagram! Awesome, thanks. This is definitely a huge help to me for I am doing this installation on my own 15 GT this month!
Awesome! Thanks for the kind words. Good luck on your install! - Max
VMPPerformance
Thanks Max. I am now looking forward to doing the installation without any help from my friend at the dealership!!!!! This was truly a huge help to me. Merry Christmas to all at VMP!
where did you get the new vacuum line?
Anthony Alvarez, friend at the dealership.
What a great and in depth video!
What a great video I have had one sitting on my shelf for a while I think I will go ahead and install it now
Nice! Good luck with your installation! - Max
Thanks VMP!!! I'm about to try this set up soon. Can I tune this setup myself for E85 and 91octane to use either fuel when I want or does it have to be one or the other? also I will be installing the new 47lb injectors.
Outstanding intructions and guidance
I have an 18. So why did I just watch this lol? Vmp ftw!
Do the 2018 manifolds still have that large vacume port in the back by the firewall? I have a coyote swap into an older car and am using that port for the break booster.
Does it make a difference if the purge valve connection is connected to the driver side rather than passenger?
I have the IMRC lock outs and I do notice a bit inconsistent idle and smothness. How much are the plug and play?
If I'm boosted with a Vortech V3 where would be the best connection to connect the boost gauge and line to the BOV?
I installed mine on my 2016 f150 I did everything correctly and also installed a custom flex fuel tune but now its giving me a p2005 code runner stuck open bank 2 did I get a bad part or how can I fix this
Just installed this and the tune, this video help so much, thank you so much!
How much power did u make
@@user-lg9fp2ee3j never dynoed it afterwards, I did this because my original manifold broke an intake runner, definitely seemed way more responsive
Will the factory cai on my 2014 gt fit the 2018 manifold?
Did you use the injectors from the new intake manifold or the old ones?
Question do I have to install the C&L 90mm throttle body with this?
Do you guys sell the cables alone?
nm I looked it up and you do. I’m at your checkout now.
Does this come with the hoses and clamps?
What size hose and clamps do I need for this swap
Great video! Many many many thanks!
Thanks for watching, Joseph! - Max
VMP I have a question, got 18 manifold on 16gt, with your harness cables, working perfect. However, we have installed roush 15-17 cai with venturi insert tube, magnaflow full exhaust, we got 70hp wheel HP gains at the dyno and also a lot of torque in th middle ranges. Our mapper suggested to keep the venturi tube. The car is very well behaved at idle and quite quick.However, my question is there any point to remove the tube to gain any powe to 105mmr? Is it there real possibility for any power gain from 85mm to 105mm?For several horses more I am not willing to install new map and make new dyno runs, this is why I am asking for your professional opinion.
doing this tomorrow bro with my imrc :)
Yeah my coolant just went everywhere after I disconnected it
You guys made it look so simple
Same lmao
Forgot to depressurize
I got sprayed in the face with coolant and gas haha
@@thomasfonte759 Lmaooooo same man
@@thomasfonte759that's what she said 😫😬
Any holiday discounts on superchargers?
Outstanding. Thanks
You're welcome!
Very good detail instruction, i should have waited a bit longer for u guys. i recently installed the 18 intake manifold with LOCKOUT with very little instructions. I have a Lund tune, didn't have any issues w/engine light. Like the performance after the upgrade.
Can you do an 18 manifold with my pmas intake? How much power do you anticipate with just the manifold?
I just received my 18 intake. I ordered with lockouts , but when I received it it had pigtails and the lockouts in a separate bag. So did you notice a big difference in torque loss with the lockouts?
Wouldn’t be a less of a headache if just use the 2018+ brake booster vacuum line assembly? Have anyone tried it? This will be completely plug and play
Same for 15-17 F150?
Links are working for me, says the page is restricted. Only link that works is the harness link
I have 15 gt and will be installing the ported 18 manifold but which version of the JLT intake should I go with? 15-17 version or the bigger 120mm 18 version since it’s an 18 manifold?
You can use either the 18+ CAI or the 15-17 CAI with the 2018 + intake manifold swap
If you need a 2nd look how to route the lines here is a detailed video
What other hoses and fitting will I have to buy? Going to be finishing this up tomorrow after work but not if I don’t have all the hoses I need
Could you share which hoses and fittings you bought?
So I already have a pmas on my 17 Gt would I still be able to use it with this manifold without hood clearance issues?
It would work
thanks a lot
only concern i have is i have the roush cold air intake on mine 15 GT, i seen the cold air you installed had one less vacuum port than mine will mine work?
You can always cap off extra or add a tee
I thought the 2018 factor ford manifold performed better than yours did????
For the 2015 Ford F-150 5.0 should I put 2018 f150 intake manifold or 2018 mustang gt intake manifoldw
Use the mustang, we are adding an option to add the 15+ MAP sensor to the manifold.
The truck F150 intake manifold is it fit for mustang gt 2011 5.0 ?
And which year f150 intake ?
www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/f-150-manifold-testing-journey.88961/
So just to be clear. With youplug and play system its as easy as take the 15 mani off. Put the 18 manifold on. Correct? Reconnect everything?
Correct, but proper tuning is required and available at VMP.
Will my airaid cold air intake still work since it’s re-using the stock throttle body?
Mine did, it was a little tight, but it worked.
What’s the difference between the ported intake vs the regular cheaper one. I’m just trying to swap out my shitty 2017 air intake manifold with a stock 2018
The porting assists with smoothing out the power curve and extending it. Our social media guy's 16 GT picked up 30rwhp from a ported 18 intake, JTL and tune on 93 octane. You'd see a little less out of a stock intake. Here's the video and dyno results of that car. czcams.com/video/V7qLgFEdMb8/video.html
Was this install keeping the IMRC active? Also how is the daily driving with the imrc on an 18+ manifold compared to them locked out on the 15-17?
Yes, we kept the IMRCs active on this installation and would recommend doing so. The fuel mileage benefits and drivability, while not huge differences, are worthwhile when there's really no major difference in performance between having them locked out and active.
Okay thanks guys. Awesome install video as well. Makes it look way easier to do or less difficult
late to the video but i’m getting a crank shift position unknown code after this install. any idea about what’s causing this?
Drop us an email at sales@vmpperformance.com so our sales and support team can give you a hand. Could potentially be an unplugged sensor, loose wire or something of that nature.
So I just picked a used ported 18 mani with lockouts already installed. What do I need to complete the swap on my 2015 GT TT. If I need anything throw me a link to your website please.
Install 2018 mustang gt intake on a 2015 f150 install
After doing this swap on my 2017 gt with the level 2 vmp tune, I have started to stall out in neutral (manual transmission) any clue why this might be happening?
There's a variety of reasons that this may be happening, but most likely it is a vacuum leak of some sort. Have you spoken with your tuner on a ticket to have a log reviewed?
At the approx. 5:00 mark, Remove EVAP Line from Purge Valve, I broke the nipple head taking the connector off. Do I need to replace the entire manifold or just that nipple? Thanks!
If you're talking specifically about the purge valve's connector, you can just replace the purge valve itself to correct this.
I'm thinking about getting this intake manifold on my '16 GT. I already got a JLT CAI. Can anybody help me to put this on? For a first timer like me I don't want to mess up
We are right there with you in spirit!
Install video for 11/14 coyote please!!
In the works - coming soon!
Hello i bought a 2015 mustang gt 5.0 it comes with this manifold but it has the engine light on will this be cause they didn’t installed the right way or it will show it ether way?
For the 18 mani swap to work it needs to have the correct harnesses and the correct tuning, we can help you with both, we will need the code its throwing right now to recommend the right parts.
VMPPerformance whats your email i going to send you the code
Is there any benefit to using the harness over lockouts?
We prefer keeping functional IMRCs as the car drives a little better in the lower RPMs/street driving and when functioning correctly, we see no major performance losses.
I'm having a Intake manifold runner stuck Open
I got a a check engine light and the code said “intake manifold runner control stuck open bank 2” could it be because I need to get tuned ?
Manifold swaps do require a tune to function properly. That's a CMCV/IMRC runner code.
will i need a 18 manifold specific oil catch can or is it the same
same
So my tuner recommends me to lock out my imrc on my ported 18 manifold. I dont see why is there a reason to do or not?
Hi Reubin! IMRCs function in a way that assist with increasing fuel economy/drivability by varying runner size/volume. We typically keep them because under WOT conditions they're fully open and we offer harnesses to adapt a '15-'17 Mustang's IMRC plugs to them. In the end, it's between you and your tuner as to how you wish to set up the function of the vehicle. It's not going to harm/hurt the vehicle either way and the tuner will set up your file according to whether or not they are locked out.
I have the ford performance level 2 tune, what additional steps are needed
did you ever get an answer for this? I am in same boat now having power pack 2 and 18 manifold wanting to install...
Excellent video!
QQ...If I have a PMAS on my 15 and switch to a 18 mani, will the PMAS still fit?
Yes, but you need the angeled coupler, we can get it for you.
How come on the Lund racing install guide the imrc vacuum nipple is connected to the intake?
Does anyone know the answer to this pls?
Would also like an answer please
Same steps for the Gen 1? Minus the imrc of course
Gen1 video coming soon
Do I have to run 91 octane and up for this intake? Is there any way to obtain an 87 and 91 octane tune? If the 18s can run 87, shouldn’t it be possible on the 15-17’s?
Come on, brother, feed the beast some 93. Don't cheap out!
I am looking to make this upgrade on my 2017 F150 and keep the imrc. Will this guide work for F150? Do I need to purchase anything more than the intake and CMCV harness?
Depending on the truck's options, you'll need to set up the vacuum lines to suit it.
Wondering about the vacuum lines my self
Hey great video but what if you have the ford performance power pack 2 installed on your 2015 gt premium? Does the 2018 manifold has the same ports as the 2015? And it has the ford tune as well. Is it worth buying ?
You will need a new tune for the '18 intake manifold aside from the Ford Performance pack.
Ok but by whom? Ford Performance or any tuning company?@@VMPPerformanceTV
it would have to be from an aftermarket tuning company like us for example@@christopherblake3967
I bought a sct x4 tuner from you guys and got it today. I’m expecting my 2018 manifold and jlt cai later this week. Will I need a custom tune for this?
Thank you for your business. Yes, you will need a custom tune for the intake manifold change.
@@VMPPerformanceTV I emailed one of your enthusiasts. I’m not sure how to acquire a custom tune or if I need to send info to you guys before buying one
Hey Trenton, here's a link for the tuning service purchase page that would cover a vehicle with an 18+ intake manifold. You would make your purchase, then return to the page and use the link in the description to fill out your order form that provides all the relevant details to our tuning team about your car. www.vmpperformance.com/level-2-performance-tune
@@VMPPerformanceTV would the $199.99 tune not be sufficient? I noticed this one says for supercharged applications
The Level 2 tune is required for intake swaps or OEM supercharged applications. Once an aftermarket supercharger/turbo is used, it is a level 3 tune.
I have a gt350 mani in my garage for the longest. Do an install on one of those.
Thats a great upgrade too, we can set you up with tuning for it, whether you run the GT350 TB, or our adapter with a stock TB.
VMPPerformance do u guys happen to sell the vacuum lines for the gt350 manifold?
@@Rocca500 You just use the GT350 aspirator hose assembly that comes on the GT350 intake.
Hello VMP, I have a '15 GT. I also have an '18 ported intake with no lockouts I'm about to install. How much torque do I need on the '18 mani' bolts?
performanceparts.ford.com/download/instructionsheets/FordInstShtM-6007-A50NA.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwj92eSh5tnxAhWSc98KHVKOBOAQFjACegQIJhAC&usg=AOvVaw2latExLff0MD6iIUG7vhRV
This is the Ford Performance engine documentation with all torque specs. Intake manifold bolts are 100 in-lbs +30 degrees.
@@VMPPerformanceTV Thank you. That link in your previous reply didn't show anything. But, the 100 inch/pound info I did get.
@@therubyred_1387 no problem at all. If you got the document to open, it's a few pages in where it details every torque spec on the engine.
Do you suggest lockouts for a 2016 Mustang GT? Does it negatively impact drivability or MPGs? I’ve heard pigtails are problematic.
Asking the same 👍
Can I run this intake with an 87 octane tune. Would like to purchase both 87 and 93 octane tunes.
Hi Stevie, we typically recommend 93 octane or as close as you can get with a modified Coyote, as they're a high compression engine. Shoot us an email to sales@vmpperformance.com and our support team can look into setting you up with tunes to suit your goals/needs. Thanks!
Do I need to have a tune if I just run the intake manifold? Have a K&N CAI already...
2016 GT
Yes a tune is required.
Do i need to upgrade my injectors to 47 lbs or no for this swap?
You can run the stock injectors with the '18 manifold just fine. We'd recommend 47lb injectors alongside going to E85 or nitrous, but stock is fine for a 93 octane bolt on car.
What if you don't have a cold air intake system or a tune?
You can not add an '18 intake manifold to your vehicle without a tune for the changes.
hey guys, mine came preinstalled on my 2018 mustang....should i just skip this part and go on to the next section?
Nope, you must uninstall and reinstall to see amazing gains. ;)
your front end looks dodo :) - nice tail lights tho
Can I reuse the old 5.0 cover?
You will have to modify it to use it, as the mounting points change on the later intake manifold.
I did everything the same but I’m getting the P2005 code Can it be a tune issue ?
Hey Tomas, are you running the IMRCs or are they locked out? That code is a "runner stuck open" code. Best bet would be to shoot an email in to your tuner and they can help with log reviews to narrow down what is going on.
Did you get this cleared, I’m having the same issue
Have a 2015 GT with the Ford performance tune stage 1. Can I still install this intake with this tune with out any problems or engine lights??
You need a custom tune
Well it help to upgrade the throttle body ?
no. They are the same.
Just finished installing my 2018 intake manifold. I don't have the tune yet and went to start my car and it just will not start. Cranks but will not start any suggestions.
It requires the tune. We would not recommend attempting to run the car without it, as the IMRC function is different as well as vacuum line and sensor placement is changed.
Did you ever figure out what happened?
@VMPPerformanceTV I have been putting this off for a while; two questions if you could kindly answer it would be much appreciated! I have a 17GT that needs the 18 manifold. At the same time, I plan on replacing the head temperature sensor. I didn't see it in the video; I was hoping to see where it was. I need to replace it because my radiator fans are starting (full speed) from even a cold start (car sitting the entire night). I am not overheating, my digital gauge inside shows about 200F head temperature when driving. I checked the three relays in the engine fuse box, bench tested them, they all click over - measured them (compared measurements to new relays) everything looks about the same. I plan on replacing the thermostat, and maybe even the water pump (for good measure) because i read the water pump can randomly fail. I'm just at 45k miles. So the first question was about the head temperature sensors location. Given this video has been out for 5 years time, has anything changed with the kit? I will go ahead and buy the plug and play harness and keep the IMRC as you seem to recommend it. I understand we need a tune. The second question is about the tune itself. I am presently running 87 octane because it's the cheapest! If I get the tune, will I be forced to run 91 and up fuel? Can we get a tune that allows for 87 and up fuel instead of a dedicated 91 + octane? Thank you so much!!!
It is located on the back of the engine, just above the transmission on the rear of the passenger side cylinder head. As for the temperature it's reading, these cars run 200-205 on average for the cylinder head temperature. That's normal to see. As for the thermostat replacement and all of that, if you elect to do so, the tune needs to be adjusted for it so that they come on at the correct time if you change temp on the thermostat.
The kit itself is still the same and as for the tune, we highly recommend 91+ octane fuel just because these cars are high compression and are sensitive to fuel quality. 87 seriously limits the potential of the car and as you add modifications to increase horsepower, they become even more sensitive to fuel quality. All that being said, we do offer tunes specific to octane, so just shoot us an email to sales@vmpperformance.com and our support staff can get things rolling for you.
Is the 18 manifold considered Cali legal?
Its a stock mani from factory im sure it is
Was the JLT intake used a 15-17 model or a 18-19 model? I have the PMAS 2nd version of the 15-17 and I keep getting dips and surges so I may just go ahead and buy a JLT to fix these issues.
MrYfz450Sir both works
Will this setup work with an f150?
Yes! we can help you with everything you need.
How long should it take for normally to install this ? I drive my gt as a daily and don’t want to leave it for days in a shop I don’t care what the cost is in labor I know stuff like this is money pits I just don’t want to be carless lol
Smurf 2hrs, we can do it for you at vmp
VMPPerformance unfortunately i live in Cali ):
Damn, this looks way easier than a long tube install
Just so I understand, for the hose routing installs, are those hoses that need to be purchased separately to mock them up to the new manifold?
I just did the swap myself and yes, I had to purchase two new lines of hose to connect the purge solenoid and IMRC ports
@@JakeODonnell88where did you get the hose from?
@@JakeODonnell88 Please share where you purchased the new lines
I'll tell ya even when you disable the motor on purpose hearing it spin without starting causes anxiety ☺️
Im considering VMP for tuning my car after I install my 18 manifold.. but as i scroll down, it requests a level 2 tune for changing intake manifolds? is this true, or can I order level 1 tune for air intake/manifold/exhaust work done to my 15?
Due to the changed intake manifold, a level 2 tune would be required.
Do i need to tune it after????
Yes, this will require a tune.
You should mention that you need extra hoses before you start trying to plug in everything and its not matching up.
What type of hoses are they bc I bought the harnesses for 2018+ intake manifold so they could fit on my gen 2 mustang but the harnesses ingot didn’t line up bc it got a different entrance
Do you need a tune after this ??
Yes, you will need a tune.
Hi there I have a 2017 stock mustang gt well I do have cobra exhaust axel back , and if I buy the 2018 intake manifold with tune , then how much more TORQUE will I get ? Thanks
All of it
Can we get one for 11-14 VMP? Thanks
We'll look into it! Thanks for the suggestion - Max
Yes please! I second that.
I have one on my 12 with working imrc , took the boss off, Love the Tq of the 18 manifold
@@chuckluperful Chuck, how did you get the IMRC to work on an S197?
The swap went well on my 2013 GT. Biggest take aways: the knock sensor harness mod, evap purge valve relocation with vacuum line extension, brake booster vacuum line extension. I used Dayco hoses 71359 for evap and 71376 for brake booster.
Also had to mod front left corner of the intake hitting the water outlet connector aft bolt.
I also was able to fit my 2013 engine cover.
VMP, For this install of the 2018 intake on the 15-17 GT can you run the factory fuel injectors or do you need to go to the bigger 47lb injectors? Thank You!!!
The answer is yes if running the e85 or adding the the 2018 intake to the 15-17 Mustang GT. I purchased the Ford performance 47lb injectors. Will in install in the spring
U can run the factory injectors but if you wanna run e85 you gonna need 47 ib injectors or you can run the stock manifold and injectors and just get a tune and run e85
@@elvishernandez2734 you can't run stock injectors with e85, 47+ injectors but everything else can be stock
So dont lockout the IMRC? Im confused?
We prefer to retain the IMRC/CMCV valves on '15 up Coyotes for drivability and we make the adapter harnesses to do so.
@@VMPPerformanceTV cool
What hood is that?
That is a stock '15-'17 hood
Anything for the 2011-2014 with the imrc delete?
Video on the '11-'14 install coming soon!
Lockouts vs Pigtails? What’s better?
Tune the darn car! no seriously if you have a 15-17 lets keep the IMRCs/CMCVs working with the VMP PnP harnesses and our custom tune. I say 15-17 because they came with CMCV, but they work slightly differently than 18-19 so you need the harnesses and tuning.
VMPPerformance I’ve read that some tuners rather the lock out method.
@@icool247 Those tuners are sick of people installing them wrong and blaming the tune. Watch the video, buy the right parts, and you will be good.
@@goodnoughperformance what about for a boosted application? Keep the imrc or lock them out?
@@Ninja9981000 IMRC flaps fold out of the way on 2015 up cars so they are not a restriction and can be commanded to open at any point in time. I keep the imrc is on 99% of the centri and turbo cars we do here.
Is the tune required?
Yes, a tune is required with changing your intake manifold. Coyote engines/ECUs are relatively sensitive to any changes between the Mass Air Flow sensor and the O2 sensors and require calibration changes to accommodate them.
@@VMPPerformanceTV So If I buy one of your tuners from American Muscle, I can get a tune with it to install this manifold? I will also have the GT350 throttle body/intake as well.
Probably a dumbass question but I can use my 16 cold air intake for this 18 as well?
Hah, not at all. The angle is slightly different, but with some slight adjustments, yes. Just be sure to note exactly which intake you're using in your tuner's notes for the tune update.
What this guys forgot to mention they had took their off already