Gates Small I.D. Molded Coolant Hose is factory-molded, OEM style hose to fit today's smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments. It can be used for coolant, water and air applications, also approved for marine applications.
Features & Benefits:
Has all the quality features of Gates molded coolant hose and similar to OEM specifications
Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation - the leading cause of hose failure
Meets SAE 20R3 Type EC Class D-1 and D-2 specifications
Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to 275 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C -135 Deg. C)
Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications
Signs it is Time to Replace Your Heater Hose(s)
Prevent system contamination and coolant leaks that could cause your engine to overheat by checking for these common signs of Heater Hose damage / failure:
INTERNAL DAMAGE
Soft / mushy hose ends, usually about 2 inches from the clamp.
Internally Damaged Hose
LEAKAGE
Moisture, drips or coolant bleed marks on or around the hose clamps, connectors or hose.
Leaking Hose
HEAT DAMAGE
Slight swelling, or a hardened, glossy cover that is covered with cracks.
Heat Damaged Hose
OZONE DAMAGE
Tiny, parallel cracks in the cover, usually at hose bends.
Ozone Damaged Hose
ABRASION DAMAGE
Rubbing marks on, or damage to the hose cover.
Abrasion Damaged Hose
OIL CONTAMINATION
Soft or spongy to the touch - bulges and swelling are readily apparent.
Oil Contaminated Hose
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Signs it is Time to Replace Your Heater Hose(s)
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