GeorgieGirl

Check engine light came on. Took it to my mechanic - came up with code P1136/17544.
Don't really notice that much change in driveability - maybe loss of horse power at times, and occasional rough start. I guess this code has to do with air intake system. System is too lean. Anyone have this problem recently??? I'm told it's probably the MAS - hope it is cause it's still covered under warranty.

Chris not @ Toyo now

if you are facing the engine, the hose is on the inside of the manifold between the manifold and the engine cover. It is about the size of a straw. Mine was broken and throwing a code that the car was running lean

GeorgieGirl

Thanks Chris - I'll have a look. To get at the hose, do I need to remove anyting?? I'm no mechanic - let me tell you!!! Would this hose cause the rough starts/loss of power??

Chris not @ Toyo now

looking at the intake manifold, look on the left side of it and you will see a small black fabric hose coming out of the inside curve (closest to the front of the car). The hose comes out and then loops back under the manifold and connects into a sensor...the break that I had was right after it came off the manifold connection. It is easy to find just kinda of a pain to fix, but it is a warrenty issue, so the dealer should be able to fix it.
It did not cause rough starts for me, but it did throw a code indicating that the car was running lean due to the fact that it was sucking in too much air.

GeorgieGirl

Your not gonna believe this, but I went out to my car and popped the hood - gues what?? The hose is cracked in half!!!! I had the car running and could hear the hissing come from the hose. I have an appointment to fix it tomorrow. Thanks man!!!!

Chris not @ Toyo now

hose gets hot and hardens and then cracks from the pressure. Glad to help.

GeneralZod

Way too common! I'm looking to replace that crap with steelbraided lines...any known issues?

Chris not @ Toyo now

how about the colored hoses, it seems to be a heavier material.