Dropped napkin in air filter hose

Tiny
TAMIA BRAY
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET CLASSIC
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 158,000 MILES
I was changing my air filter by myself for the first time. I got the dirty air filter out and noticed underneath the filter was dirty as well, so I was trying to wipe the box out with a napkin. The napkin fell into the hose that's not going to the engine but its the hose under the battery and the air filter box. Please advise me what to do next, I feel stupid and don't know if this problem need immediate attention.
Wednesday, October 14th, 2020 AT 11:15 PM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

There is no need for concern at all.

The napkin will break apart and not cause any damage to anything. It will break into pieces and go though the motor.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-air-filter

You are good to go.

Roy
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Thursday, October 15th, 2020 AT 12:53 AM
Tiny
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Wow, I was freaking out for nothing. I just thought it being the air filter it might cause it to get clogged or not flow right but this is great. Thank you so much!
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Thursday, October 15th, 2020 AT 9:07 AM
Tiny
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
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Thursday, October 15th, 2020 AT 9:14 AM

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