Raptor SwitchPath Cat-Back ExhaustFOR THE 2022–2026 Ford Bronco Raptor

SwitchPath Sound for the Raptor

The AWE SwitchPath Cat-Back Exhaust is built for the Ford Bronco Raptor’s 3.0L twin-turbo V6. It combines a dual 3-inch exhaust route, a tuned X-pipe, a valved muffler, and two high-tuck BashGuard outlets. Unlike a conventional dual-tip system, this configuration has no decorative exhaust tips hanging below the rear bumper. Its outlet placement is designed around the Raptor’s off-road clearance needs while retaining factory-style exhaust-valve operation.

Raptor-Only Fitment

This system is for the full-size four-door Bronco Raptor with the 3.0L engine and factory active exhaust equipment. It is not the 0FG system for 2.3L or 2.7L Broncos, and it does not fit the Bronco Sport. Match manufacturer part number 3025-31327 to your vehicle before ordering. The package is a complete cat-back assembly for the Raptor application, rather than an adapter that converts a standard Bronco exhaust into a Raptor system.

Factory Controls Stay in Use

AWE’s SwitchPath design uses an OEM-supplied valve to retain operation through the vehicle’s onboard controls and throttle input. The valve can close for greater cruising comfort or open when the selected operating conditions call for it. AWE notes that the sound difference between valve positions is less dramatic than on some other systems because of the high-flow exhaust design. The kit also supplies a valve motor and simulator arrangement for the factory electrical connections; these are part of the Raptor-specific installation.

X-Pipe and Dual BashGuards

The X-pipe is designed to smooth the 3.0L EcoBoost exhaust note and reduce rasp before the flow reaches the rear sections. At the outlets, reinforced BashGuard rings sit above the tow hooks for a more protected exit position than lower-hanging tips. The design targets clearance without requiring a separate tip purchase. It does not make the vehicle immune to underside impacts, so inspect the completed exhaust route and surrounding equipment before taking the Raptor back onto rough terrain.

Made from T304L Stainless Steel

AWE constructs the exhaust from U.S.-sourced T304L stainless tubing with a 0.065-inch wall, using CNC mandrel bends. The tubing measures 3 inches on the dual route, and locking collars help locate the exhaust hangers. Engineering and manufacturing take place in-house in the United States. AWE’s testing reports maximum wheel gains of 1 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque. Those measurements are specific to the manufacturer’s testing and should not be read as promised gains for every Bronco Raptor.

Emissions Equipment and Installation

AWE identifies this cat-back as 50-state emissions-compliant because it does not alter factory emissions-control or monitoring equipment. It requires no ECU tune. The kit includes the X-pipe, valved muffler, driver- and passenger-side axle tubes, dual BashGuard section, clamps, valve-related components, and installation hardware. AWE specifies a bolt-on installation without cutting. Follow the dedicated Raptor instructions for disconnecting the factory valves, routing the harnesses, assembling the slip joints, and positioning the system before final tightening.

Warranty by Component

AWE provides lifetime manufacturer-defect coverage on exhaust tubing, welds, and flex areas for the original owner. Mechanical valve components have three-year coverage; valve motors and other electronics have one-year coverage. These shorter component terms remain separate from the lifetime exhaust label. Incorrect installation, unauthorized alteration, racing use, and off-road abuse can affect eligibility. Retain proof of purchase and contact the original place of purchase before removing the exhaust for a warranty claim.