I have been thinking about doing that too, well come this summer when my car comes in. But as far as your warranty goes. NO it won't void anything. SOA will have to prove that you cutting that off and patching it caused what even problem you have with your car. I think it would be the same kinda thing with a aftermarket intake. And I would think as hard as it is to even remove the darn thing how would they know anyway? Doesn't the inner fender cover it?