Description
Fits: AEM 21-8211DC/21-8211DP intake systems on 2003–2006 Ram 2500/3500 5.9L diesel; not a factory-airbox element.
Keep a matching Brute Force intake in service with the exact filter specified on AEM’s current 21-8211DC page and installation BOM. Red, oil-free synthetic media is washable and reusable.
Product details
- 4-inch flange inside diameter; 1.5-inch flange length.
- 6.5-inch base diameter, 5.125-inch top and 9.25-inch published height.
- Package quantity: one exact manufacturer filter. No finish/media variants are offered.
What is included
One manufacturer-listed air filter assembly. A complete intake, airbox, sensors and vehicle-specific ducting are not part of this single-filter listing. Retain the kit-specific mounting pieces required by its instructions.
Installation and service
Follow the installed kit’s exact instructions. Inspect the filter seal and required mounting pieces before reuse, then secure the element in its original specified orientation. Clean with an appropriate AEM synthetic-filter cleaner, rinse and let it dry completely; no oil is required.
Application and emissions notes
Replacement/service part only. Match the installed AEM kit number and retain its required adapters, sensors and emissions equipment. This part is not an intake conversion and does not grant emissions approval to any installation; local restrictions still apply.
