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Confirmed failure by disconnecting the hose to the intake and blocking it off.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I was about 15 miles from home yesterday when my AOS failed. Managed to limp on home. Confirmed failure by disconnecting the hose to the intake and blocking it off. Performance returned and smoke disappeared. However, while burning off the remaining oil in the exhaust, I notice a small puddle of oil under the car. Maybe about 1/2 cup. Is this normal with an AOS failure? So I am going to order a new AOS. I've read the DIY's about replacing it. I don't have the hose clamp pliers for the bottom hose. Would it be better to buy the pliers or just cut the hose and buy a new one? Anything else I should buy? Thanks!

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Let me be the first (probably of many) that will tell you that it was very foolish to continue driving with a blown AOS. Consider yourself lucky that you still have six un-bent connecting rods. Remember - the most expensive tow is still usually less than the cheapest replacement engine. Buy the pliers. You'll need them again after driving home with a cracked coolant tank one day.

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Buy the pliers and cut the bottom hose. My new AOS came with a new one. http://986forum.com/forums/diy-project-guides/50363-aos-replacement-tips.html

POST 4 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Mark, thanks! And clickman, I already printed out your tips!!

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When my AOS failed I also found oil beneath my car as you described.

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Thanks Hawaiian! Makes me feel a bit better.

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I just edited the tips to make sure the screw clamp is stainless, and if possible with rounded edges...

POST 8Original post

Yes oil under car when my aos failed as well. Your fine good luck with repair.

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