Keep hot coolant moving to your heater core with the Gates HVAC Heater Hose 12025, a factory-molded, OE-style hose shaped for today's smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments. It's cataloged for the heater inlet (pipe-1 to heater) position and installs as a direct-fit replacement across a range of Volkswagen applications, including the 2000-2009 Volkswagen Derby [L4-1.8L], 1993-1998 Volkswagen Golf [L4-1.8L], 1995 and 1997-1998 Volkswagen Jetta [L4-1.8L / L4-1.9L], and 1990-1997 Volkswagen Passat [L4-1.8L, L4-1.9L, L4-2.0L, V6-2.8L] — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
- Construction: EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and EPDM cover.
- Resists electrochemical degradation: engineered to stand up to ECD, which Gates identifies as the leading cause of hose failure.
- Rated specs: meets SAE 20R3 Type EC Class D-1 and D-2 specifications, with a temperature range of -40°F to 275°F (-40°C to 135°C).
- Multi-use: approved for coolant, water, and air applications, and also for marine applications.
Carrying all the quality features of Gates molded coolant hose and built similar to OEM specifications, this hose is a good candidate when signs like coolant seepage, cracking, or a soft, swollen section show the original may need replacing. Gates recommends installing new hose clamps whenever a new coolant hose is fitted. Caution: do not use it for fuel or oil transfer applications. Country of origin: United States.
Interchange: 16662M · F11860 · 13025 · R25153 · CHH0210R · 1H0819371. Manufacturer part number 12025.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles does the Gates 12025 heater hose fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for applications including the 2000-2009 VW Derby, 1993-1998 VW Golf, 1995 and 1997-1998 VW Jetta, and 1990-1997 VW Passat. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What is this hose made of?
It uses an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and an EPDM cover, and meets SAE 20R3 Type EC Class D-1 and D-2 specifications.
What temperature range is it rated for?
Gates rates the hose for a temperature range of -40°F to 275°F (-40°C to 135°C).
Can I use it for fuel or oil?
No. Gates cautions against using it for fuel or oil transfer. It is approved for coolant, water, air, and marine applications.
Do I need to replace the hose clamps?
Gates recommends installing new hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is fitted.
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