Where does this hose reconnect?

2017 FORD TRANSIT
44,000 MILES • 3.2L • 5 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LOSTPACKETS35
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I recently changed my engine air filter in my power-stroke 3.2 diesel.

I have a hose I don't recall disconnecting hanging from the same clip as the mass air flow sensor electrical connector. One end is connected to the engine, but I can't see where the other one goes.

Markings on it at CK4Q-9s468-CC and p103D >AEM
May 12, 2022 at 4:26 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

If it came off the intake tubing, then it is likely a vacuum hose.

Can you upload a picture? This can help us determine.

Thank you.
May 12, 2022 at 5:02 AM
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LOSTPACKETS35
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Thanks for the response! I'm happy to get more photos if they don't show what you need.
May 12, 2022 at 5:31 AM
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SQM
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When you start the engine, does it run rough? Also with the engine running, does that hose have any suction?
May 12, 2022 at 5:43 AM
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LOSTPACKETS35
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I haven't driven the van yet, but it does not have a rough idle.
There isn't any suction in the hose with the engine running.
May 12, 2022 at 6:27 AM
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LOSTPACKETS35
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I can get a video if that'll make it more clear precisely where it's located...
May 12, 2022 at 6:28 AM
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SQM
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That sounds good. Just upload the video when you are able to. I will look out for it.
May 12, 2022 at 8:04 AM
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https://photos.app.goo.gl/ivaCQG5Q12nSbjp99
Link to video.
May 12, 2022 at 9:02 AM
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SQM
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Take a look at the picture below. That hose appears to go under the intake tubing to connect. See if you can locate any port where that hose shows to go. The second diagram shows where it should go to.
May 12, 2022 at 3:21 PM
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LOSTPACKETS35
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perfect! thank you!
May 13, 2022 at 1:38 AM
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You are welcome!
May 13, 2022 at 4:14 AM
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PLYON65
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Not sure when this was posted but had the exact same problem and it was causing a P0401 EGR ‘A’ flow insufficient detected. Plugged the line back and it went away. I don’t know if you would call it safe but I was able to drive several hundred miles with it not plugged in. Put me in reduced power mode but not limp mode. FYI
Jul 30, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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STRAILER
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So is the line on now and the code gone and the engine runs okay? I am not sure what you are saying.
Jul 31, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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PLYON65
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The driving part was prior to finding the disconnected line. This post helped me solved the issue. I can see where it was a bit confusing. Everything is working as it should. Thanks
Jul 31, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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Glad the post helped. Please feel free to use 2CarPros anytime!
Aug 1, 2026 at 9:53 AM
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