Basically, it’s the part that takes air—and sometimes a fuel – air mixture, depending on your engine—and distributes it to each of the cylinders in your engine. Think of it like a network of pipes, carefully designed to get the right amount of air to each cylinder so everything burns efficiently. It’s got runners, which are those individual pathways, and a plenum, that’s the main chamber where the air collects before being sent out. It also often holds things like sensors and maybe even the throttle body. It’s a critical part of the engine, obviously. It sits right on top of the engine, connecting to the air filter on one side and the cylinder heads on the other. It’s part of the whole breathing system for your engine. Air comes in, gets distributed evenly, and then the engine uses that air to make power. It’s a central piece, everything relies on it functioning correctly. If it fails or develops a leak, you’ll notice a big drop in engine performance. It might run rough, have trouble starting, and your fuel economy will suffer. A cracked manifold or a bad gasket acts like a shield with holes in it – air escapes where it shouldn’t and messes with the air – fuel ratio. That can even lead to more serious engine damage over time. It’s one of those things that, when it’s good, you don’t think about it. When it goes bad, you absolutely will. We carry a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, different brands and price points. If you have your vehicle’s year, make, and model, I can look up the right one for you. Shop with confidence: Intake Manifold (MPN 188378) comes with a 3 year manufacturer guarantee!

About Febi

Ferdinand Bilstein is a leading global supplier of aftermarket spare parts, offering an extensive range of high-quality components for passenger and commercial vehicles.

Why Choose Febi?

• Febi parts are made to the same standards as original equipment, so you know they'll fit and work well. • We offer a really wide range of parts – everything from engine components to wear and tear items – so you can find almost anything you need in one place. • Febi has been around for over 75 years, so we have a lot of experience and a reputation for quality. • Our prices are competitive, giving you great value for reliable parts. Performance you can rely on – Febi parts from FixParts Online.