Flap in the air intake???

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May 13, 2010 | 05:39 PM

tcris3

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Flap in the air intake???

Hi, I was just wondering what the flap is in the air intake as it is completely closed and I would imagine blocking air flow. also is there a MAF in there? it looks like it but I didnt think diesels have MAFs. Thanks for the info -Cris

May 14, 2010 | 08:19 AM

tcris3

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Thanks. The entire unit can be removed without any issues? no check engine light?

May 14, 2010 | 09:45 PM

tcris3

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its a 1987 300TD wagon 246k

May 15, 2010 | 05:35 PM

jlguler

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ForcedInduction

Yes. Removing it will have no negative effects. Your vehicle has no form of check engine light.

Can I remove the one on my 300SDL?

John

May 16, 2010 | 11:04 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ForcedInduction

Anything up to 1991. 91-95 the turbo is controlled by the computer and a normal wategate will need to be used. 96+ the engine is completely electronic and the EGR code will have to be deprogrammed out of the ECM.

Thanks,
Mines a 1987, so I think i'll remove it. I'm sure it is restrictive at the least, and I've already blocked off the EGR anyway.

John