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What is this open pipe?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Beren, Mar 16, 2022.

  1. Beren

    Beren Junior Member

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    Can anyone tell me what this pipe is? Is something supposed to be connected to it? 2007 Toyota Prius.

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    #1 Beren, Mar 16, 2022
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    That looks like the combustion air intake, and it's missing the final piece (callout 17752) that points the intake backward so it's not a ram intake for road gunk.

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    You might decide the missing piece isn't super critical. It's $42 list price (less at discount) if you want to complete the picture.
     
    #2 ChapmanF, Mar 16, 2022
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    Sounds like a good mission for a pull-a-part yard.
     
    #3 Mendel Leisk, Mar 16, 2022
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    Thanks. I've ordered a replacement part.
     
    #4 Beren, Mar 16, 2022
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    Most likely it was removed to allow replacing the passenger side headlight bulb. With that piece installed, it's almost impossible to get a hand back there.
     
    #5 TMR-JWAP, Mar 16, 2022
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