Re: [DML] Volvo valve in air intake

[Roland Barmettler <roli@xxxx>]

Hi Robert

Doc wrote:
> 
> Roland, you are correct, when the engine is cold the valve allows the air
> flow to come from the hose that connects to the exhaust manifold. When the
> engine warms up, it closes that path way off and allows cool air in to the
> engine. This process allows the engine to warm up faster and prevents icing
> in the intake manifold.

Thank you for your accurate description. It makes sense for me now. ;-)

But isn't this whole air intake system with all its bends, hoses and
that valve posing quite some air flow restriction and therefore some
performance loss ?

Greetings,
Roland

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