Can I put a CAI on an automatic trans GTS?

[Jacque Strapp]

I would've preferred a 6-speed, but I got a fantastic deal on a used 2001 GTS, and unfortunately it's an automatic. I'm looking to up its power a bit, and from what I've been reading, a CAI is a good, cheap, easy way to eke out 10 or so HP. All the articles I've read (and AEM's website) seem to suggest that you can only use a CAI on a manual transmission car. Is that true? If so, why? Yes, I am a newbie.

[chidoy]

Injen has it for us auto guys, sounds GRRRREAT and feels good (power) too. I would say..go with injen. looks good too. late.

[XYRCNCP]

get an exhaust too then you will PROBABLY get the 10 whp you are looking to get out of it, asides from that.....NOS baby!!!!!!! Maybe pulleys also.....and if you get a "Type-R" sticker you will be hitting 210 hp.....hehe (that was a joke in case u didnt notice)

[CeliRacer]

Here are pics of my auto GT-S with an Injen CAI.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid28/pcc37c0af007ecf0a7e7daee8d0f13be7/fe106cfc.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid28/p562ed66a7f58bb42cc855e812599fc22/fe106ce6.jpg

[XYRCNCP]

dude where's your ECU tube?

[CeliRacer]

I used to have the Injen short ram. What happened was that I installed the CAI, I forgot to put it on. I didn't realize it until a couple of months ago when someone pointed it out to me. Haven't had an CEL light on since the install which was about 8 months ago.

[chrisle7220]

wait, so you mean you have to have a certain intake for auto?? i thought you could get any intake?? didnt know they made special ones mainly for auto??

[CeliRacer]

Originally posted by chrisle7220
wait, so you mean you have to have a certain intake for auto?? i thought you could get any intake?? didnt know they made special ones mainly for auto??

Not every Cold Air Intake fits on the auto Celica. Injen I believe is the only CAI that can be used on a manual or automatic transmission, the RMM isn't really a CAI, and the AEM CAI is made only for manuals.