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EDIT: Solved, it is the vent tube for the starter. Thanks!
I'm just troubleshooting a leaking thermostat housing and while I was underneath the front end I noticed this little black hose. I'm guessing it's some sort of vent and that it's supposed to be disconnected? I just want to make sure it's not supposed to be connected to anything. Thanks!
Last edited by Brentendo; Nov 5, 2018 at 11:15 AM.
Reason: Solved
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Re: What is this little black disconnected hose?
Originally Posted by Brentendo
2002 Honda Civic LX 5 speed.
I'm just troubleshooting a leaking thermostat housing and while I was underneath the front end I noticed this little black hose. I'm guessing it's some sort of vent and that it's supposed to be disconnected? I just want to make sure it's not supposed to be connected to anything. Thanks!
Is it just me? I see no pictures here.
Got a link to an external image host?
Actually that appears to be the starter, I don't think the A/C drain hose would be anywhere close to that. On a picture of a TYC brand starter I see a rubber hose that looks similar.
