Howdy there. I got a 1999 Saab 9-5 SE a few months ago and I wanted to put a K&N Air filter in it. I just have a few questions.
After searching and searching, I decided I needed to make a thread.
- I found that the air filter is located behind the front wheel. Is it necessary to remove the front bumper for the install?
Also, I noticed there was a bunch of hoses and what not, is there any need to re-route any other air flow, or you just pop on the air filter and then you're done? I saw a few pictures on here with a aftermarket filter, but some other fancy joints and hoses. So I was just wondering what exactly you need to do. Pictures would be so great, if you could.
Do I need to add any hoses or anything?
Is there anything flowing into the air filter, or is it just that beautiful black box? I'm concerned that there's something I'm not going to do right, and that might risk messing with my car. Is it just a pop off, pop on?
And lastly, what shape and size does it need to be? I've heard K&N is the best, but is that just a brand? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Like pictures, sound clips, install instructions, tools needed, etc.
Thanks in advance.
Edit : I just found this thread
http://www.saabcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=55094&highlight=filter
but pictures along the install would be a huge help. I'm still not familiar with this car, so it's a little confusing to me.
After searching and searching, I decided I needed to make a thread.
- I found that the air filter is located behind the front wheel. Is it necessary to remove the front bumper for the install?
Also, I noticed there was a bunch of hoses and what not, is there any need to re-route any other air flow, or you just pop on the air filter and then you're done? I saw a few pictures on here with a aftermarket filter, but some other fancy joints and hoses. So I was just wondering what exactly you need to do. Pictures would be so great, if you could.
Do I need to add any hoses or anything?
Is there anything flowing into the air filter, or is it just that beautiful black box? I'm concerned that there's something I'm not going to do right, and that might risk messing with my car. Is it just a pop off, pop on?
And lastly, what shape and size does it need to be? I've heard K&N is the best, but is that just a brand? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Like pictures, sound clips, install instructions, tools needed, etc.
Thanks in advance.
Edit : I just found this thread
http://www.saabcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=55094&highlight=filter
but pictures along the install would be a huge help. I'm still not familiar with this car, so it's a little confusing to me.