disconnecting battery for intakes

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do we really need to disconnect the negative on a battery when installing an intake
i have my intake on and run fine...i never disconnect it
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In theory you should perform a PCM idle relearn when you modify the air intake, but doing it is a giant hassle. I never did when I changed intakes and my fuel trims were and are still excellent.
 

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Only when changing steering wheel. Not an intake.
 

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