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How to Recover Oil Vapours from the Airbox

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Oil vapor hose

When changing the air filter of a vehicle, when fitting a sports one, a tube is left over: this is used to recover oil vapours, which are then reintroduced into the air circuit. So what should we do with that tube? We have two options: either leave it open and fit a small filter at the end (which will filter the outgoing air to prevent any smells from returning into the cabin). The second option is to connect the tube to a small oil vapour recovery tank, which will need to be periodically removed and properly disposed of.

Posted on 4 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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