Description
The Mishimoto MMAI-RGR-PLG is a purpose-built intake duct plug for the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger 2.3L EcoBoost, designed to work hand-in-hand with the Mishimoto Performance Air Intake and Borne Off-Road Snorkel. Where the Ranger’s factory duct pulls fresh, cool air from the grille for everyday street driving, this small but essential accessory seals that duct off the moment you head onto the trail, ensuring the truck breathes only through the snorkel.
Owners weighing a Mishimoto cold air intake against other cold air intakes on the market, whether it’s a k&n cold air intake, an afe cold air intake, or another cold air induction setup, will find that few systems offer this kind of trail-ready flexibility. This intake plug protects the air intake filter and the broader air intake system from dust, debris, and water intrusion by shutting off the street-side duct entirely, so the intake filter and intake tract stay clean when conditions get rough. Because it snaps securely into place without tools, switching between snorkel-only off-road airflow and open-duct street driving takes only seconds, keeping your Ranger’s air intake filter and cold air intake filter protected exactly when it matters most.
Vehicle Applications
This intake duct plug is built for the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger XL, 2019-2023 Ranger XLT, and 2019-2023 Ranger Lariat, as well as the 2023 Ford Ranger Wildtrak. It is designed specifically for Rangers equipped with the 2.3L EcoBoost engine on the T6 chassis, matching the same applications covered by the Mishimoto Performance Air Intake and Borne Off-Road Snorkel for this platform.
Features
- For use when off-roading with the Mishimoto Performance Air Intake and Borne Off-Road Snorkel
- Seals the Mishimoto Ranger Performance Air Intake against dust, debris, and water
- Easy installation and removal with no tools required
- Allows the intake to draw air from the Borne Off-Road Snorkel only
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMAI-RGR-PLG
- Product Type: Air Intake Systems accessory
- Color: Black
- Chassis Code: T6
- Engine Code: 2.3L EcoBoost
- Applications: 2019-2023 Ford Ranger 2.3L
- Warranty: Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Mishimoto MMAI-RGR-PLG do?
It seals the fresh air duct on the Mishimoto Ranger Performance Air Intake so the intake draws air only through the Borne Off-Road Snorkel when off-roading, protecting the intake from dust, debris, and water.
Do I need tools to install this intake plug?
No. The plug fits securely into the duct and is easily removable without tools when it’s time to return to street driving.
Which Ford Ranger models does this plug fit?
It fits the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger XL, XLT, and Lariat, as well as the 2023 Ford Ranger Wildtrak, all equipped with the 2.3L EcoBoost engine on the T6 chassis.
Is this plug covered by a warranty?
Yes, it is covered by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Can this plug be used with any air intake system?
This plug is designed for use with the Mishimoto Performance Air Intake and Borne Off-Road Snorkel for the Ford Ranger.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Not CARB approved. This item is not legal for sale or use on pollution-controlled motor vehicles in California or states that adopt California emissions standards. Intended for off-road / competition use where permitted by law.
