Induction Air Flow Tube

JohnJonjo · 4th August 2012, 18:35

Hi all,

Just changed my air filter on my 2.2 and noticed a split of abt 4cm in one of the coregated folds in the air flow tube.
Is this detremental in any way?
Looks complicated to replace as 2 pipes (I think water pipes to feed heater matrix?) are in the way so from what I can make out they will have to be removed to gain access to the engine side of the air flow tube!
I am thinking perhaps seal with a bead of silicone automotive sealant?
Has anyone changed there air flow tube?, any hints or tips?

Many thanks in advance
John

stoney · 4th August 2012, 21:24

Replace the tube. The silicon could be ingested and cause serious engine damage . As an interim fix maybe a few loops of duct tape.

Yes it is important it is fixed as the car is taking in unmetered air which affects the air fuel calculation

JohnJonjo · 4th August 2012, 21:36

Thank you for your response.
Now for the next question, shall I replace it myself or shall I take it to a Honda dealer to replace?
Has anyone replaced this part themselves?

Quote:

Originally Posted by stoney

Replace the tube. The silicon could be ingested and cause serious engine damage . As an interim fix maybe a few loops of duct tape.

Yes it is important it is fixed as the car is taking in unmetered air which affects the air fuel calculation

stoney · 4th August 2012, 21:39

Should be DIYable

JohnJonjo · 4th August 2012, 22:47

It looks complicated as other pipes in the way!

Relic · 5th August 2012, 02:07

The clamp is normally unscrewed from over the top of the engine with a very long screwdriver.
Neve got round to changing mine....but had a good luck.

JohnJonjo · 5th August 2012, 03:57

Hi Relic,

Thank you for your answer.
From what I can see from listers its about £37.00 for the air flow pipe.
I never thought of that, will have to have a look.
I take it the O ring has a special design to allow loosening from the top rather than the side?
For £37 odd quid, its worth checking and changing if ned be as mine has perished from the side facing me so obvious but others may perish on a side that isnt directly visible!

Just out of curiousity how would it be detremental in terms of impact on driving?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Relic

The clamp is normally unscrewed from over the top of the engine with a very long screwdriver.
Neve got round to changing mine....but had a good luck.

Relic · 5th August 2012, 10:45

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Item 7

Its just a worm drive clip (items 11 and 12).
Its the same mechanism as the end that connects to the airbox.
You can use socket or small head phillips screwdriver.

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JohnJonjo Car: 2006 2.2 5 door galaxy grey Join Date: 27th January 2011 Location: Coventry, Uk Posts: 335 Thanks given: 85 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts iTrader: (0)	Air Flow Tube Hi all, Just changed my air filter on my 2.2 and noticed a split of abt 4cm in one of the coregated folds in the air flow tube. Is this detremental in any way? Looks complicated to replace as 2 pipes (I think water pipes to feed heater matrix?) are in the way so from what I can make out they will have to be removed to gain access to the engine side of the air flow tube! I am thinking perhaps seal with a bead of silicone automotive sealant? Has anyone changed there air flow tube?, any hints or tips? Many thanks in advance John

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