Gates 24657 lower heater hose for the 2010-2013 Ford Flex V6 3.5L and other vehicles carries hot engine coolant for the cabin heater. This Gates molded heater hose, also called an HVAC heater hose, is a modular assembly with one branch built in.
- Gates Modular Coolant Hose, molded with one branch connector
- Materials engineered to resist collapse under vacuum
- Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
- EPDM tube with synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and a heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
- Meets SAE 20R3 EC Class D1 under 25 mm (1 in.) ID and SAE 20R4 EC Class D1 for 25 mm (1 in.) ID and over
- Temperature range of -40°F to +257°F (-40°C to +125°C)
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 24657 heater hose
- Also called: HVAC heater hose
- Fits: 2010-2013 Ford Flex V6 3.5L and other vehicles
- Position: Heater (lower)
- Material: EPDM, plastic
- Condition: New
A coolant leak at the hose, a soft or collapsed hose, cracks in the cover or weak cabin heat can mean the hose needs replacing. These signs alone do not prove the hose is the problem, since a clogged heater core can also leave you with weak heat.
Fits
This lower heater hose fits the 2010-2013 Ford Flex V6 3.5L and the 2010-2012 Lincoln MKT V6 3.5L, and each of them takes one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: heater (lower)
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Centerline length: 28 in (711 mm)
- End 1 inside diameter: 0.72 in (18 mm)
- End 2 inside diameter: 0.72 in (18 mm)
- End 3 inside diameter: 0.61 in
- Branch connectors: 1
Build and materials
- Material: EPDM, plastic
- Construction: molded, modular
- Quick connect fittings: none
- Spring: none
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One heater hose with one branch connector.
Installation notes
- Replace the clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed.
- Not for fuel or oil transfer applications.
Interchange: AA83 18C266 AC · AA83 18C266 AD · AA8Z 18472 A
24742L · F10304 · KH537 · 17307
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
24742L, F10304, AA83 18C266 AC, AA83 18C266 AD, AA8Z 18472 A, KH537, 17307
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right heater hose for the 2010-2013 Ford Flex V6 3.5L?
Yes. Gates 24657 is a lower heater hose that fits the 2010-2013 Ford Flex V6 3.5L, and that vehicle takes one.
Will this same hose fit the 2010-2012 Lincoln MKT V6 3.5L?
Yes. Gates 24657 fits the 2010-2012 Lincoln MKT V6 3.5L, and that vehicle takes one hose.
Is this Gates heater hose made of EPDM?
Yes. It is made of EPDM and plastic, with an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and an EPDM cover that resists heat, ozone and chemical coolant.
How long is this lower heater hose and what size are its ends?
This hose measures 28 in (711 mm) along the centerline. Two ends have a 0.72 in (18 mm) inside diameter and the third is 0.61 in.
Should I replace the clamps when installing this heater hose?
Yes. Put new clamps on whenever a new coolant hose is fitted. This hose is not for fuel or oil transfer.
