3200 turbo air pipe loose and how to spot it?

[greeny12]

First time my car went to Emblem they noticed that one of the air pipes connected to a turbo had come loose, meaning I was down on power. When we went out in the car they pointed out the hissing sound under turbo-assisted acceleration that was also a tell-tale sign of this.

Yesterday I went out in the car and it felt a little underpowered under acceleration, and I swear there was a hiss that I don't recall from recent drives. So I'm wondering if a/the pipe has worked loose again?

I could just be imagining things, so I want to visually check the pipes myself before bringing in the experts. However I haven't a clue where to look! Anybody able to give me a pointer or two, ideally with a photo of the engine bay?

Sorry to be such a *******.


P.S. no CELs or other warning lights came on.

 

[Contigo]

They can be a barsteward to get to!

Check the Pierburg valve first to see if a boost pipe has come off there. If it's down on power it's possible that the power to it has failed. Disconnect the 12V wire and clean it.

 

[greeny12]

Thanks - I'll have a poke around as soon as I get a moment.