Radiator hose

2006 FORD FIVE HUNDRED
160,000 MILES • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ANDREW POWELL
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So I hit a deer last night, and drove home afterward. But this morning when I started my car it starting smoking a white smoke and the engine was overheating. I think it is a radiator related issue, but I am not exactly sure which part needs to be repaired/replaced. I think it has something to do with the two broken spouts but I am not an expert so I could not be one hundred percent sure.
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Jul 17, 2017 at 4:41 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Yes. That is the thermostat bypass tube. Clearly those lines need to be attached to the housing.

So you will need to replace that plastic part. I attached the process below that we need to follow in order to replace this.

Also, here is a guide that helps with overheating issues if you or others need this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-an-overheating-engine

Let us know if you need other info. Thanks
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Jan 27, 2021 at 12:56 PM
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