Loose hose top of the transmission?

2007 MERCEDES BENZ ML320
233,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CG1998
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I found a loose elbow shaped hose coming out from on top of the transmission. What is it for?
Jul 2, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Yep, this hose is a vent for the transmission, it is normal. This is the reason you don't drive your car in deep water. :/ Let us know if you need anything else.
Jul 4, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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