The K&N 63-1571 AirCharger air intake system replaces the restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing on specific RAM 1500 models. K&N air intakes are designed to dramatically reduce air intake restriction as well as smooth and straighten air flow. This allows your engine to inhale a larger amount of air than the factory air filter assembly. More air means more usable power and acceleration throughout the engine's RPM range. The air intake comes with a chrome topped K&N high-flow air filter and a heat shield that installs into the original upper air filter housing. Air is directed through an aerodynamically engineered intake tube into the engine's turbo inlet for a guaranteed power gain. The tube accommodates the factory mass air sensor. The oversized cone shaped air filter can be used for up to 100,000 miles before servicing is needed depending on driving conditions. This air intake is relatively easy to install, usually in 90 minutes or less using your vehicle's existing factory mounting points. The tools needed are a screwdriver, ratchet set and a couple wrenches.