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Will My Aftermarket Parts Void my Warranty?

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Will After Market Parts, Like Cold Air Intakes, Void My Warranty 

By: Leaman Griffin

One of the best things about buying a brand new vehicle is the Manufacturer’s Warranty. The peace of mind that you have knowing you won’t be forking out potentially thousands of dollars in repairs if your brand spanking new car or truck breaks down. It’s a luxury for sure, but does it mean that you aren’t allowed to customize your vehicle in fear of losing your safety net? Not necessarily.

Manufacturer’s (OEM) warranties have long been a sort of “black box” to most consumers. You know that you have a warranty, but you really don’t know the ins and outs of what is and what isn’t covered– especially as it relates to aftermarket parts.

Picture this, you just bought your first brand new truck! You have driven it for 500 miles already and the new is starting to become the norm. You get the inevitable itch to start searching the internet for upgrades and you stumble upon a sweet intake system. Just like any gear head, you want it. It’s not long before you are posting in your favorite forum asking for opinions and searching google for reviews and videos. Then you happen upon the one comment that ruins your mood. “You realize, if you install that, your warranty will be void”. Immediately you begin second-guessing if you should even touch your truck while it is under the OEM warranty. Rest assured, all hope is not lost for your aftermarket desires!

In comes the Magnuson-Moss Act. Enacted by Congress and signed by President Ford in 1975, this Federal statute governs warranties on consumer products. This does not require products to have warranties, but if they do, the warranties must comply with this law. There are a few main provisions to the act, but one, in particular, stands out. Commonly known as the “Tie-in Sales” provision, this portion of the Magnuson-Moss Act, prevents dealers from being able to force consumers to use OEM parts in order to maintain their vehicle’s warranty. The Manufacturer can, however, require consumers to use select parts if those parts are provided to the consumer free of charge under the warranty. This allows the consumer (you) to shop around for a competitive price for your repair and replacement parts without fear of voiding your warranty by installing them or having them installed. The act also prevents Manufacturers from voiding your warranty because you did not use their Service Department for normal scheduled maintenance and repairs.

Does this mean that you have the green light to buy that sweet sweet intake system you have been eyeing? Of course it does, but there are a few key points to remember. While the manufacturer

cannot void your warranty simply for having aftermarket parts on your car or truck, they can deny your claim if they find and prove that the aftermarket part you installed, or non-OEM service you had performed, was linked to the warranty claim. For example, if you went to a dealer for a warranty claim related to your suspension making noise, the only way they could deny your claim is if they proved that your aftermarket parts (in this case, an intake system) caused the noise in your suspension.

So rest assured, installing aftermarket parts on your car or truck, does not automatically mean that your warranty is void. The best way to ensure that you retain your warranty is to do your research! Only buy quality aftermarket parts with proven research behind them. Find an installer that has positive feedback and reviews. For DIYer’s, read the instructions carefully, take your time and don’t cut corners. All of these things will help ensure that your aftermarket parts are not at the center of your Warranty woes. So congratulations new car owners, and mod on!!

 

Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intakes | Camaro Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake

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Installing a Camaro Carbon Fiber Cold Air

Lucas with IDriveFast installs a carbon fiber cold air intake for his 2018 Camaro LZ1 1LE. The Elite Carbon Series Intakes from Cold Air Inductions are the most extensively developed intake systems on the market.

Cold Air Inductions has the best cold air intake for Camaros, available in black, chrome, and carbon fiber. This carbon fiber Camaro cold air intake install is on a 2018 LZ1 1LE. The Elite Carbon Series 2017 – 2019 Camaro Cold Air Intake is the most extensively developed bolt-on cold air intake system on the market. With carbon fiber used to create all the major parts except the filter of the system, it provides optimum strength to weight, corrosion resistance, and heat dissipation. With the most advanced system offered by Cold Air Inductions, every part has been engineered and tested for maximum performance improvements. Dyno proven in every aspect, the Elite Carbon Series has been built to the highest level of detail and specifications.

 

Intake System Includes:

  • Carbon Fiber air box with clear viewing window
  • Carbon Fiber Intake Tube
  • High-Performance Air Filter
  • Flex Coupler / Stainless Clamps
  • Installation instructions

 

Best Camaro Cold Air Intake?

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Cold Air Intake

Video By Motor Fire

Looking for a new cold air intake for your 6th gen Camaro? We have the best Camaro cold air intake. Camaro intakes are what put Cold Air Inductions on the map, adding more torque and horsepower to your Camaro all while looking great!

(VIDEO) Today I talk about in my OPINION the best Cold Air Intake for the 2016-2019 Camaro SS 6th Generation! Leave your comments down below on your opinions of the best intake for these cars. Which do you have?!

2016- 2019 Cold Air Inductions Intake

Maximize the performance of your Chevy Camaro SS with our high-performance V8 Camaro cold air intake system. Our intakes feature superior quality and craftsmanship while achieving outstanding performance gains. We have seen increases of up to 13 horsepower, with an average increase of 11 rear-wheel horsepower. The Cold Air Inductions air intake for the Camaro6 is one of the easiest and fastest ways to add more power.

INTAKE SYSTEM INCLUDES:

  • Insulated Aluminum Air Box
  • Air Box Lid with Clear Inspection Window
  • Thermal-Coated Intake Tube
  • High-Performance Air Filter (CF-7437)
  • Black Silicone Coupler / Stainless Clamps
  • Installation Instructions

 

The First Mod You Should Install on Every Truck!

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Truck Performance Mods | Silverado Truck Mod – Cold Air Intake

Let’s say you just bought or picked up a new GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado, and you are hyped to start installing mods on the truck, what should your first mod be? By a long shot, the first and best mod for every truck should be a new cold air intake. This is easily one of the cheapest ways to increase your truck’s horsepower and performance, and that boost in fuel economy!

So Do Cold Air Intakes for Trucks Really Work?

Before spending your money on a new GMC Sierra or Silverado cold air intake you are probably wondering, do cold air intakes really work? Do you really experience performance or horsepower gains? Street Speed 717 dyno tests the 2017 5.3 V8 Chevrolet Silverado before and after a cold air intake install. These Silverado cold air intake dyno results don’t lie!

Ready to install a cold air intake on your truck? Check out our selection of cold air intakes for Chevy and GMC trucks!

Are All Air Intake Systems Providing Performance Gains?

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Dyno Proven Pontiac GTO Cold Air Intake Performance Boost

DiabloFormulaRacing does a dyno test to test the horsepower gains at the wheels on a Pontiac GTO. He replaces an “Acme” brand air intake system with a Cold Air Inductions air intake system on the dyno. One run on the “Acme” system for the baseline. Then, after the swap, the Pontiac GTO is put to the test on the dyno again with a new Cold Air Inductions air intake system to see what the results are. There is no programming and no other modifications. Just a head to head comparison between aftermarket systems. One was built as an “affordable” option as an aftermarket cold air intake system. The Cold Air Inductions system is built and engineered to get the most of the engine and space available. This goes to show not all air intakes are made equal. The side by side comparison of the rear-wheel torque and horsepower show top end gains with the Cold Air Inductions air intake system over the no-name induction system. With dyno proven performance, the Pontiac GTO shows improvement even without tuning.

 

This is why Cold Air Inductions puts so much time and effort into a cold air intake system. It is built to fit and built to the available space for optimum performance. The systems are dyno tested and created for the engine requirements. The Pontiac GTO is a performance built vehicle and the best option for a cold air intake system is built to maximize the airflow and controlling thermal in the space available in the engine bay. With thermal testing, Cold Air Inductions can see how the heat is managed within the engine bay and shield the airbox for the coldest air to the intake. The results are optimum airflow at the ideal temperature for the sensors and the engine combustion.

 

Looking for a cold air intake system for a similar 2005-2006 6.0L V8 Pontiac GTO? Click Here

 

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Back to Back Test: Cold Air Inductions On A 2016 Camaro SS

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2016 Camaro SS On Track Performance Comparison: No Tuning

First 3 runs with Cold Air Inductions On A 2016 Camaro SS that is Bone Stock. Then, the cold air intake system from Cold Air Inductions is added without any tuning is installed. Three runs are then averaged for comparison. The Cold Air Inductions cold air intake is built for performance gains on and off the track.

 

Void My Factory Warranty?

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Will Using a Cold Air Inductions, Inc. Replacement Air Filter or Intake System Void My Factory Warranty?

Will a Cold air Intake Void my factory warranty?

No. In the United States, for the manufacturer of a warranted product (in this case, a vehicle) to void or deny warranty coverage of a repair due to the use of an aftermarket part (a Cold Air Inductions, Inc. air filter or intake system), the manufacturer must provide proof (evidence) that the aftermarket part is the cause of the necessary repair. These rights are protected under the Consumer Products Warranty Act of 1975 (also referred to as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act).

A warranty is a guarantee or promise made by a manufacturer, and is included with their product at no charge when it is sold as new. “Extended Warranties” are not warranties at all, since consumers must pay money to receive their benefits. The proper name for an Extended Warranty is a Service Contract. These contracts may contain exclusions or clauses conditioning their coverages, and these may limit the consumer from using certain products (like aftermarket air filters or performance intakes) on their vehicle. Service contracts are not regulated by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, and once a consumer signs an agreement, they are bound to the terms of that contract. In the event of a vehicle repair, the presence of an aftermarket part (even if it is unrelated to the repair) could void the contract and force the consumer to pay for the repair themselves.

 

Cold Air Inductions Inc. Memphis, MI Awarded Platinum Supplier Status

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General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales division has awarded Cold Air Inductions, Inc.  Memphis, MI operations with a Certificate of Excellence at the highest level, Platinum Supplier Status, in recognition of outstanding performance. The award recognizes top performing suppliers who consistently meet or exceed GM’s stringent quality criteria.

“Your organization has played an important role in our efforts to design, build and sell the world’s best vehicles,” wrote David Poole, General Motors General Director of Supply Chain and Michelle Braun, Executive Director Global Purchasing. “Your dedication and commitment to consistently perform above expectations are very much appreciated by the entire General Motors team and we want to recognize your organization for its outstanding performance. You have our most sincere congratulations.”

General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales has very high performance standards and customer service. “This award recognizes our commitment to providing the highest levels of both product quality and reliable service our customers expect and deserve,” said David Lookliss, Cold Air Inductions,  Operations Manager. “This award is an acknowledgement of the efforts of our entire team for their commitment to delivering to our customers’ expectations.”

Cold Air Inductions is the nation’s leading developer of automotive air induction systems.

Cold Air Inductions Elite Carbon Coming Soon

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The final prototype for our new brand “Elite Carbon Series“. Systems for the 6th Gen Camaro SS and ZL1 will be available very soon.

 

 

This Should Be the First Performance Mod on Every Truck

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GuitarmageddonZL1 installs a Cold Air Inductions cold air intake on his new Chevrolet Silverado. With noticeable gains in throttle response, the full review was based on the simplicity of installation. The only performance modification on his truck currently and with ease of installation for the performance gains, the proof is in the power. The benefit of the additional cold air into the intake, changes the throaty sound of the V8. The audible difference from the intake of more cold air is just one indication that the engine is able to get what it needs. The restrictive tubing plagues so many aftermarket cold air systems. A Cold Air Inductions cold air intake system is built to bring in the ideal amount of air flow for the intake. The sensors’ locations and connections are all built to fit around the engine and provide the coldest,  continuous air that a naturally aspirated engine will need. If you drive a V8 truck, a cold air intake system will also give some gas mileage performance since it will allow more efficient combustion in the engine. Most V8 trucks already have great power to the wheels but, when you need a boost for pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load, the extra performance will be noticeable when you really need the top end performance.