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Old 02-02-2009, 08:26 PM
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What part is this??? -pics inside

I have a 2000 S430 and i was fixing the HID bulb levels when i heard a little Vibration coming from inside of this part.. i held it and this little part had a vib to it then went off after 1-2minutes - any clue what it is and is it ready to die on me? part doesnt look like it sound make any sound or give any vibration.

Location - Driver side.

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That the infamous purge valve (part of your emissions system) dont worry about it there all noisey even new ones....you can lessen the noise by insulating it with vaccum hose
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I've been wondering what that was for the longest time. Mine came off it's fastener and makes a clicking sound. I just reseated it and the noise subsided.

Good post and reply. Thanks!

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