Air intake resonator

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2005 TOYOTA SIENNA
V6
4WD
AUTOMATIC
127,000 MILES

I had taken the car apart to replace the thermostat housing. As I was installing everything back, the black hard plastic pipe or hard plastic hose, I had left it out. In installing it to the engine filter box, I broke the piece from the air intake resonator, the piece with the 10mm (I think) screw. Do I need this resonator in the vehicle or can I live without it?

Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 AT 11:46 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Any air leaks after the mass airflow sensor will cause drivability issues. See the pic below. I highlighted between the airbox and MAF. I'm not 100% sure where your part broke.

If possible, can you take a pic of the broken part so I can see it?

Let me know.

Joe

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Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 AT 8:44 PM

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The highlighted part on the left pic is what broke. It's sort of a clamp that attaches to a metal plate in the vehicle with a 10mm or 12mm bolt.
Now the black circle, rt. Underneath the highlight attaches to the vehicle with a plastic round clip that you just push in with your fingers. The plastic resonator seems to be fine with it and feels tight. I just taped the broken piece down with heavy duty flex tape and it seems sturdy and firm.

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Thursday, November 18th, 2021 AT 1:35 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

If it is strong and not leaking, it should be fine. If, however, that changes, I saw them online for under $30.00. I would replace it if this repair fails.

Take care of yourself and let me know if things change.

Joe

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Thursday, November 18th, 2021 AT 6:36 PM

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