Unfortunately, there is no way to know if there was damage done unless we have an indicator that there is an issue like the engine is making noise or some check engine light.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-an-air-intake-boot
If there are no other indicators other then a smell that you had when you opened the hood, I would not worry about it until there is more to worry about. If you want to be extra cautious, you can go ahead and change the oil because any dirt that came into the air intake is going to go into the engine and make its way to the oil.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter
As for the smell, what did it smell like? Was it fuel, oil, or coolant?
Jan 23, 2021 at 6:32 AM
