Device and method for integrating an air cleaner into a radiator fan shroud

摘要

An air induction device for a vehicle comprises an air cleaner integrated into a radiator fan shroud; an air inlet configured to direct air into the air cleaner; and an air outlet configured to receive air from the air cleaner for distribution to an engine of the vehicle.

主权项

1. An air induction device for a vehicle having a turbocharger, the device comprising:
a first air cleaner integrated into a radiator fan shroud, the first air cleaner comprising a filter cavity, the first air cleaner extending substantially vertically along a side of a radiator fan, a circular duct being integrated into the radiator fan shroud, wherein the circular duct is configured to duct air around the radiator fan; an air inlet located at a top of the air induction device and having a stack configured to direct air into a top portion of the first air cleaner; and a first air outlet configured to receive air from the first air cleaner for distribution to the turbocharger through a substantially horizontal air duct that reduces airflow restrictions between the first air outlet and the turbocharger.