Gates Engine Coolant Bypass Hose P/N:12299
Route coolant reliably with the Gates Engine Coolant Bypass Hose 21841, a pre-molded EPDM hose that carries engine coolant on the bypass circuit — running from the intake manifold to the thermostat at the rear. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications: the 1988-1990 Ford Taurus, 1988-1990 Lincoln Continental and 1988-1990 Mercury Sable, all with the V6-3.8L engine.
Centerline length is 9.3 in (236 mm), with a .61 in (15 mm) inside diameter at one end and a .75 in (19 mm) inside diameter at the other. Made in the United States. Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed. Caution: do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications.
Interchange: 14-2613-8 · E7DE 8597 EA · E8DE 8597 B · E8DE 8597 BA · E8DZ 8597 B · F0DZ 8597 B · KM-1716 · KM-1892
1426138 · E7DE8597EA · E8DE8597B · E8DE8597BA · E8DZ8597B · F0DZ8597B · KM1716 · KM1892 · 14234S · 642225 · 71415 · A71415 · 43035 · 3030 · 63035 · 8531 · BP1841
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What is the Gates 21841 and what does it do?
It's a pre-molded EPDM coolant bypass hose that carries engine coolant on the bypass circuit, routing from the intake manifold to the thermostat at the rear of the engine.
Which vehicles does this hose fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1988-1990 Ford Taurus, 1988-1990 Lincoln Continental and 1988-1990 Mercury Sable, all with the V6-3.8L engine. See the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your vehicle.
What is this hose made of and how much heat can it take?
It uses an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and a heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover, rated from -40°F to +257°F (-40°C to +125°C).
Should I replace the hose clamps when installing it?
Gates recommends replacing the hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed. Consult the vehicle service information for clamp specifications.
Can this hose be used for fuel or oil lines?
No. Gates cautions against using it for fuel or oil transfer applications; it's engineered specifically for coolant service.
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