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  • 89_325i
    Advanced Member
    • Jul 2005
    • 115

    #1

    Engine component

    What is the purpose of that steel tube that runs from the intake manifold to the block? I got a bit of rust down there today when I had the head off, wonder what i'm gonna have to to to fix.

    Thanks
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  • Jordan
    R3V OG
    • Oct 2003
    • 12907

    #2
    oil drain from the head back into the sump. Also helps equalize pressures etc.

    Rust fell into your oil pan/oil
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