1999 Dodge Ram brake line splitter on rear axle

Tiny
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There is a splitter on the driver's side rear axle that sends brake lines to the left and right side wheels. There is also a black rubber hose (18" or so and about 1/2 dia.) That comes off the top of the splitter. It has a white plastic connector on the other end of it that looks like it's supposed to be plugged into something. I found this hose dragging on the ground when I pulled into the driveway. The clamp that held in place rusted through but I can't seem to find where this hose is supposed to connect to! There isn't any fluid leaking from it.
Monday, March 15th, 2010 AT 6:08 PM

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Tiny
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Are you sure the rubber hose isn't a breather from the differential? THat is what you described. THere shouldn't be any rubber brake hoses on the rear brakes.

Let me know.

Joe
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Monday, March 15th, 2010 AT 10:19 PM
Tiny
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It very could well be what you describe. I just know that one end is connected to the same "splitter" block for the brake lines. What is the breather hose used for exactly?
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Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 AT 4:12 AM
Tiny
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It allows pressure to be released.
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Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 AT 10:06 AM

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