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MNBoxster · 01-07-2007, 03:13 PM

Hi,

Porscher calls it a Silencer. And, while part of the Noise Abatement equipment, it also serves as sort of a PRV (pressure relief valve) to even out the Intake Pressure as the Throttle Body is opened and closed. It is best to leave it be, you need it...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

01-07-2007, 03:13 PM	#4
MNBoxster Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, USA Posts: 3,308	Hi, Porscher calls it a Silencer. And, while part of the Noise Abatement equipment, it also serves as sort of a PRV (pressure relief valve) to even out the Intake Pressure as the Throttle Body is opened and closed. It is best to leave it be, you need it... Happy Motoring!... Jim'99