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Hose hanging down, not sure what to do with it

Old Aug 20, 2019 | 01:46 PM
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Default Hose hanging down, not sure what to do with it

I have a hose that is hanging down (see picture). I am not sure where it attaches, if it needs to be replaced, or if I have a larger issue I need to address. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

My Jeep is a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Loredo 4.0

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Old Aug 20, 2019 | 01:48 PM
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Use a zip tie to secure it up near the MAP sensor. It's the vent hose for the front diff. It should have a weird white cap thing on the end.
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Old Aug 20, 2019 | 06:34 PM
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Whoa I have the same hose on my 95 laredo hangin down...have not had a chance to address it. No white cap thing though. hmm.
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Old Aug 20, 2019 | 07:23 PM
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They look like this:


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Old Aug 21, 2019 | 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by DCWinterXJ
Whoa I have the same hose on my 95 laredo hangin down...have not had a chance to address it. No white cap thing though. hmm.
If it is the diff breather, the cap is a filter to stop dirt getting in.
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Old Aug 21, 2019 | 04:33 PM
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Thanks a lot for this information, very helpful!

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Old Aug 21, 2019 | 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by EZEARL
They look like this:


Part number is J5352955.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/mo...ase+vent,14361
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