INTAKE SYSTEM

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

21-870C
TOYOTA
2007-11 Camry
2009-15 Venza
V6-3.5L O TOOLS NEEDED:
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MN O Flat blade screw driver
O N Phillips screw driver
M O ratchet
M M Extension
10mm socket
Pliers
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4mm allen key
3mm allen key
¾” wrench
9/16” wrench
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PARTS LIST:
Description Qty. Part # Description Qty. Part # Description Qty. Part #

A HOSE CLAMP #48 2 08601 J PLATE; AEM LOGO, CLEAR 1 8-211-1 S BOLT; M5 X .8 X 12MM 1 07734
B HOSE; HUMP 3"ID X 2.5"L 1 087121 K SPACER; ALUM CLEAR BADGE 1 7-364 T CAP; RUBBER 5/16"OD X 5/3” 3 08282
C TUBE; AL, GUNMETAL 1 25825C L LID 1 073295 U HOSE; 1/8" SAE J30R7 2 KITHOSE48
D FITTING; VENT, 1/4” NPT, 5/8” 1 82638 M WASHER; 6MM FLAT 5 08269 V 1/2” BNDHOSE CLAMP, 2.90” 1 9452
E VENT; 1/8 HOSE, 1/4 NPT 1 08052 N WASHER, M6 SPLIT LOCK ZINC 3 1-3025 W AIR FILTER 1 21-203DK
F BOLT; M4 - .7 X 8MM 2 07733 O BOLT; M6 X 1 X 16MM 5 07730 X BOLT; M6-1 X 12 2 1-2110
G EDGE TRIM; 11”L 1 102468 P NUT; M5 X 0.8, NYLOCK 1 07507 Y STUD; M6-1.00 M/M, RUBBER 1 07027
H HEAT SHIELD 1 073292 Q WASHER; 5MM FLAT 2 08212 Z EDGE TRIM; 26”L 1 102488
I NUT; M6, HEX, SERRATED 3 444.460.04 R BRACKET; "STRT" 1 083166

If you need any assistance please call 1-800-858-3333 to speak with a representative
in our Customer Service Center before returning the product.
Read and understand these instructions BEFORE attempting to install this product. Failure to follow installation
instructions and not using the provided hardware may damage the intake tube, throttle body and engine.

TO START:
1. Turn off the ignition and disconnect the negative
battery cable.
NOTE: Disconnecting the negative battery cable
erases pre-programmed electronic memories.
Write down all memory settings before
disconnecting the negative battery cable. Some
radios will require an anti-theft code to be
entered after the battery is reconnected. The
anti-theft code is typically supplied with your
owner’s manual. In the event your vehicles
anti-theft code cannot be recovered, contact an
authorized dealership to obtain your vehicles
anti-theft code.
2. Lift off and remove the decorative engine cover. 3. Disconnect the mass air sensor electrical
connection.
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4. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the intake 9. Remove the three bolts that secure the lower air 14. Install the provided coupler (087121) onto the
plenum. filter housing and then remove the housing from throttle body and secure with the provided hose
the vehicle. clamp.
NOTE: AEM recommends that customers do
not discard factory air intake.

5. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the upper air

filter housing and the other hose from the union 15. Install the provided vent fittings into the AEM®
shown. intake tube as shown.
10. Install the rubber mounted stud onto the filter NOTE: NPT fitting has tapered threads and
housing bracket where shown. only designed to be installed until hand tight,
then tighten one rotation or when the fitting
becomes difficult to return.

6. Disconnect the vacuum lines from the vacuum

switch and the “TEE” fitting shown.
16. Remove the mass air sensor from the factory
11. Install the provided edge trim onto the heat
housing and install it into the AEM® intake tube and
shield and lid as shown.
secure with the provided hardware.

7. Remove the vacuum switch and set aside for

later use.
12. Install the AEM® window into the heat shield lid
using the provided hardware. 17. Install the AEM® intake tube through the heat
shield and into the coupler at the throttle body and
secure with the provided hose clamp. Connect the
crank case vent line and secure with the factory
spring clamp.

8. Release the spring clamp and disconnect the

crank case vent line. Loosen the hose clamp
that secures the intake hose to the throttle body. 13. Install the heat shield onto the filter housing
Release the three clips securing the upper air filter bracket and secure with the provided hardware.
housing and then remove the housing and intake
hose from the vehicle.
18. Using the provided bracket (083166) secure the
vacuum switch to the valve cover and reconnect
the electrical connector.
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19. Install two of the provided vacuum plugs onto 22. Install the AEM® air filter onto the intake tube Reassemble Vehicle
the vacuum switch as shown. Install the remaining and secure with the provided hose clamp. Position the inlet pipes for the best fitment. Be sure
vacuum plug onto the factory “TEE” fitting as that the pipes or any other components do not
shown. contact any part of the vehicle. Tighten the rubber
mount, all bolts, and hose clamps. Check for proper
hood clearance. Re-adjust pipes if necessary
and re-tighten them. Inspect the engine bay for
any loose tools and check that all fasteners that
were moved or removed are properly tightened.
Reconnect negative battery terminal and start
engine. Let the vehicle idle for 3 minutes. Perform
a final inspection before driving the vehicle.

Service and Maintenance

AEM Induction Systems requires cleaning
the intake system’s air filter element every
23. Install the heat shield lid and secure with the 100,000 miles. When used in dusty or off-road
provided hardware. environments, our filters will require cleaning more
20. Install the provided vacuum line onto the often. We recommend that you visually inspect
factory “TEE” fitting and then connect the other end your filter once every 25,000 miles to determine
to the intake plenum. if the screen is still visible. When the screen is no
longer visible some place on the filter element, it is
time to clean it. To clean, purchase our Synthetic
air filter cleaner, part number 99-0624 and follow
the easy instructions. Use window cleaner to clean
your powder coated AEM® intake tube.
NOTE: DO NOT USE aluminum polish on
powder coated AEM® intake tubes.

24. Reconnect the mass air sensor electrical

connection.

21. Connect the provided vacuum line to the open

factory vacuum line and then to the AEM® intake
tube.

AEM Air Intake System Warranty Policy

AEM® warrants that its intake systems will last for the life of your vehicle. AEM will not honor this warranty due to mechanical damage (i.e. improper installation or
fitment), damage from misuse, accidents or flying debris. AEM will not warrant its powder coating if the finish has been cleaned with a hydrocarbon-based solvent.
The powder coating should only be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution. Proof of purchase of both the vehicle and AEM intake system is required for
redemption of a warranty claim.

This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the AEM part. In no event shall this warranty exceed the original purchase price of the AEM part nor
shall AEM be responsible for special, incidental or consequential damages or cost incurred due to the failure of this product. Warranty claims to AEM must be
transportation prepaid and accompanied with dated proof of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of product and is nontransferable.
Improper use or installation, use for racing, accident, abuse, unauthorized repairs or alterations voids this warranty. AEM disclaims any liability for consequential
damages due to breach of any written or implied warranty on all products manufactured by AEM. Warranty returns will only be accepted by AEM when
accompanied by a valid Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Credit for defective products will be issued pending inspection. Product must be
received by AEM within 30 days of the date RMA is issued.

If you have a warranty issue, please call (800) 992-3000 and our customer service department will assist you. A proof of purchase is required for all AEM warranty
claims.

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