- Helps your Nissan engine run efficiently
- Reduces engine air intake noise
- Should not be removed as it may reduce horsepower
Your Nissan's Engine Air Intake Resonator is an expansion chamber within or beside your car's intake pipe. It's important for your vehicle's air intake system. This piece helps reduce the amount of noise from your engine and increase its efficiency.
There are two types of resonators, so check your Nissan owner's manual or local service center to confirm your vehicle's requirements. The two types of resonators include in-line and side branch resonators. While side branch resonators are located beside the intake tube, in-line resonators are embedded into the intake tube. This is the correct resonator for Nissan Sentra 2007-2012.
Drivers with a passion for car mods have been known to remove this part to try to increase horsepower and engine noise. However, taking out your Nissan's air intake resonator might actually lead to the opposite performance. The Engine Air Intake Resonator works by regulating pressure waves from the engine cylinder. These pressure "waves" may cause more air pressure in the engine. The result? Restricted airflow.
The Engine Air Intake Resonator slows down or dissipates the "waves'' coming from the engine, thus reducing intake noise. Essentially, the intake tube can maintain a stable flow of air and encourage more horsepower. By removing an Engine Air Intake Resonator or neglecting a faulty one, the airflow, which is actually what you need to increase horse, is diminished. The result is potentially decreased engine efficiency and noisier drives.
If your Engine Air Intake Resonator gets damaged, consider ordering a new one right away. Make sure you order the correct type of resonator for your Nissan year and trim. Shop quality OEM car parts from Nissan Parts & Accessories to ensure your new Engine Air Intake Resonator fits your vehicle.
This Engine Air Intake Resonator, 16585ET000, fits Nissan Sentra 2007-2012. See the What This Fits tab for more information.
RESONATOR ASSY-AIR
Fits Sentra