Gates HVAC Heater Hose P/N:12256
Keep coolant moving to the heater core with the Gates Molded Heater Hose 19632, a factory-molded, OEM-style small I.D. coolant hose shaped to fit today's smaller, tighter engine compartments. It's a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1987-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria and 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list. Catalog positions include heater-to-engine, heater-to-pipe, heater-to-intake-manifold, heater inlet, and pipe-to-valve — see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine specifics.
Caution: do not use for fuel or oil transfer. Gates recommends installing new hose clamps whenever a coolant hose is replaced.
Interchange: 3W7Z 18472 AE · 4W7Z 18472 AA · F2AZ 18472 A · F3AH 18C266 AA · KH-275 · KH-361
16155M · 63083 · 88376 · C88376 · 10069139 · 10135313 · 11632 · 3W7Z18472AE · 4W7Z18472AA · F2AZ18472A · F3AH18C266AA · KH275 · KH361
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What is this hose made of?
It has an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and an EPDM cover, engineered to resist electrochemical degradation — a leading cause of hose failure.
What specifications does it meet?
It 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).
Can I use this hose for fuel or oil?
No. Gates cautions against using it for fuel or oil transfer. It's intended for coolant, water, and air applications, and is also approved for marine use.
Should I replace the hose clamps too?
Gates recommends installing new hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed.
Which vehicles does the 19632 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1987-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria and 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.