How to install/implications of K&N Air Filter into 06 Civic?

Wow.. 40000? Some dude today at motoquipe said I need to do it every 5000km or so!

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Originally Posted by aaronng

Only implication I can think of is the mass air flow sensor being fouled by the filter oil, since your Civic is a VTi-L (same with VTi). The Sport is fine.

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When you say 'the sport is fine' you mean the K&N air filter is perfect for this model? Sounds like this thing is a must get. Im gonna buy one tomorrow :p

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Originally Posted by Shimian

When you say 'the sport is fine' you mean the K&N air filter is perfect for this model? Sounds like this thing is a must get. Im gonna buy one tomorrow :p

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I meant that the Sport won't have the problem of the AFM sensor getting fouled because it doesn't have one! :p

I'd prefer to stick to the Honda OEM panel or go CAI/enclosed SRI. At least there is a sound difference.

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Originally Posted by aaronng

I meant that the Sport won't have the problem of the AFM sensor getting fouled because it doesn't have one! :p

I'd prefer to stick to the Honda OEM panel or go CAI/enclosed SRI. At least there is a sound difference.

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You sure the sports doesnt have AFM sensore? :eek: Dang!!! My mechanic sed it has... better double check with the manual...

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Originally Posted by denot

You sure the sports doesnt have AFM sensore? :eek: Dang!!! My mechanic sed it has... better double check with the manual...

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K series use MAP sensors. If you look just past the throttle body, there should be a little black square thing with the words "MAP assy. sensor"

So the final words from the experts. Will there be any problems installing a K&N air filter on an Australian Civic Sport?

cheers

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Originally Posted by Shimian

So the final words from the experts. Will there be any problems installing a K&N air filter on an Australian Civic Sport?

cheers

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In my opinion, if you want a K&N filter, go for it. The only implications are a slightly oily intake arm and maybe after 5-8 years, a gummy throttle body (which you clean anyway after around 100,000km with a $5 can of throttle body cleaner spray). But I'd rather stick to the OEM honda panel as the K&N doesn't give much improvement for your money.

If it doesnt do anything, then i wont get it. I read somewhere that it improves your fuel consumption and gives you an extra 20-40km on a full tank. Is this true? If so, then maybe its a positive and worth getting. Other than that, id probably save my money and contribute to a sound system or 18".

Called up about 5 autobarn stores in Melbourne and none stock the K&N panel filter for the Civic Sport. They have to order it in and its around $130. Anyone know where else I can pick one up from in Melb?

cheers

Sorry mate, can't help you with the Sport. I bought mine in Malaysia for around $90aud. There are some crappy shops in Sydney which will import it for $180! What a jip.

Maybe try Autojoy?

I noticed no difference with a panel filter, but a major difference with a Cold Air Induction pipe to the front quarter panel, and a larger filter stuck on the end. Much better midrange torque, especially on a B series engine (not so much different on a D series I noticed)

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Originally Posted by JaCe

Sorry mate, can't help you with the Sport. I bought mine in Malaysia for around $90aud. There are some crappy shops in Sydney which will import it for $180! What a jip.

Maybe try Autojoy?

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Hey Jace,

Where abouts in malaysia did u get your filter from? I got a friend on hols there now, prob try n get him to bring one back for me. U got the shop name, location or contact number?