I just had a woofer blow out in my VP150, and Axiom is sending me a replacement (excellent service!)

It was suggested to me that i put the damaged woofer back in the speaker and live with the distortion until the replacement arrives. I have no problem doing this, but I have also been wondering whether it is safe to leave the damaged woofer out, and run the VP150 with the two good woofers. Will this cause more damage?

Thanks all