Black box behind fender. Help...

[emiliog2276]

So i decided to install the 370Z side emblems on the 300zx the problem is that behind the hole i made is a black box that blows out air when the car is on. Does any one know what these boxes are? there are one on each side. Can i remove them and just leave the hose that plugs into the box so that can blow out the air?

[Zwicked]

The "black box" is part of the AIV system which allows air to enter the exhaust and lower emissions at idle.

http://s95014253.onlinehome.us/63104/137858.html

QUESTION: why would you want to put 370 badges on a 300?

[Ace2cool]

'Cause they're Z emblems and they glow.

[emiliog2276]

Thanks for the answer. Can the air tank be removed without causing any engine problems?

[Zwicked]

Did you read the link I attached on how to properly delete it? It does not cause any issues to engine.

PS - leave the 370 badge on the 370....badges belong on the cars they come with.

[emiliog2276]

Yeah I read the page, but I just want to get rid of the air boxes that bring in air to the AIV not get rid of the AIV itself. I just don't want to mess up my emissions since I have a smog check coming up.

I think they look good, plus they serve as turn signals. Also its not like its something tacky bought off of ebay. It is manufactured by Nissan.

[Zwicked]

You can't just get rid of the air boxes and still have the AIV system working properly. If you remove the boxes may as well take the whole system out.