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Old 09-09-2007, 07:27 PM
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Mysterious flap in the wheel well
I had my left front wheel off the other day and I noticed a rubber flap moving about loose, attached only with one clip (and a 2nd hole empty, unattached). Where is this flap supposed to be attached to on the other end?



The clip it's attached to is at the top (and the flap is folded over it, so you can't really see it).
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Old 09-09-2007, 07:57 PM
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That keeps junk out of the engine compartment.
Re-attach as shown:
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Old 09-09-2007, 09:04 PM
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great, thanks!
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Old 09-09-2007, 11:06 PM
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isn't that the flap to open to access the spark plugs
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Old 09-09-2007, 11:14 PM
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isn't that the flap to open to access the spark plugs
Sort of.
Its just there to keep out mud and allow air to pass.
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DO NOT TOUCH THE FLAP!

Not only is it mysterious, but it's magical too. I once lost an entire set of screwdrivers and wrenches that was placed nearby. I think it's a space time portal to another dimension.
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ok. That's comforting. But the wrenches are still MIA.
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ok. That's comforting. But the wrenches are still MIA.
I've got them, but I'm not giving them back.

On my car, the flap on the other side is what keeps the turbo attached.
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Old 09-09-2007, 11:28 PM
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Dude... I just love the randomness of our forum.
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What MazdaManiac failed to mention is that the flap is also the source of his avatars.
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Don't be ridiculous.

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my exhaust side flap is 'blown' inwards...
probably from heat and stuff.

ignition side is a-ok.
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Don't be ridiculous.


so if i take of one side of the flap, i get chicks in my motor??? brilliant!!!! lol.

btw, i think she is going to be on for more than 8 sec.


beers
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