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Old 07-31-2013, 09:43 AM
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This is located on the passenger side of the front bumper. I have no idea what it is. Can I remove it without it affecting anything?
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Originally Posted by MckibbenXJ
This is located on the passenger side of the front bumper. I have no idea what it is. Can I remove it without it affecting anything?
It's called a Vacuum Accumulator. It's essential to proper operation of your heating and cooling vacuum operated HVAC valves and the cruise control.
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Move it to the engine bay
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Originally Posted by PocketsEmpty
Move it to the engine bay
X2. It's also free
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Alright thanks guys
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It provides vacuum when the engine is at WOT and has no vacuum.
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