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Old Apr 2, 2026 | 04:57 PM
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Crimp in turbo output hose

I'm in the middle of a clutch job on my 2011 S hatch. I was sitting in the wheel well where the transmission would usually be, just having a look around, and I noticed that the output hose from the turbo is crimped pretty badly in two spots. The turbo was replaced by the dealer when it was still under warranty - it looks like the hose they used is too long, forcing it to be crimped. Just posting here to confirm that this is not what this should look like.



 
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Old Apr 2, 2026 | 11:55 PM
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Confirmed ... the hose is twisted.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2026 | 05:27 AM
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That is Not what that hose should look like, almost looks like they reinstalled it backwards:


 
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Old Apr 3, 2026 | 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by njaremka
That is Not what that hose should look like, almost looks like they reinstalled it backwards:

Thanks! One other question based on your images - is deleting that canister something that's advised? I did a quick search, and I didn't find anything.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2026 | 07:58 PM
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That tube is an intake muffler. It’s supposed to reduce turbo noises. Replacing it with a straight tube can add a little bit of throttle response.
 
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