Gates 22452 lower radiator coolant hose for the 1999-2001 Ford Explorer V8 5.0L and other vehicles carries coolant from the radiator back to the engine. It replaces a lower hose that has aged, cracked or started to leak.
- Specifically engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
- Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
- Gates molded coolant hose pre-shaped to ensure sealed connections
- EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and a heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
- Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A, except for tolerances
- Temperature range of -40 °F to +257 °F (-40 °C to +125 °C)
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 22452 radiator coolant hose
- Fits: 1999-2001 Ford Explorer V8 5.0L and other vehicles
- Position: Lower
- Material: EPDM
- Condition: New
Coolant seepage, a soft or collapsed hose, or cracks and bulges you can see on a cool engine can mean this hose is worn, though a thermostat or a radiator cap can be behind the same signs. Find the cause before replacing the hose.
Fits
It fits the 1999-2001 Ford Explorer V8 5.0L and the 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer V8 5.0L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- End 1 inside diameter: 38 mm (1.5 in)
- End 2 inside diameter: 44 mm (1.74 in)
- Centerline length: 478 mm (18.8 in)
Build and materials
- Material: EPDM
- Construction: Molded
- Contains spring: No
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One lower radiator coolant hose. This listing holds one hose, and each vehicle takes one.
Installation notes
- Replace the hose clamps each time a new coolant hose goes on.
- Not for fuel or oil transfer applications.
Interchange: KM-4384
F87A 8B273 LA · F87Z 8286 JA · 22357M · 71985 · D71985 · 62268 · 62512 · 9085
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
22357M, 22452, 71985, D71985, F87A 8B273 LA, F87Z 8286 JA, 62268, 62512, KM-4384, 9085
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Gates coolant hose the right one for the 1999-2001 Ford Explorer V8 5.0L?
Yes. Gates 22452 is a lower radiator coolant hose for the 1999-2001 Ford Explorer V8 5.0L, and the 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer V8 5.0L takes the same hose.
What are the inside diameters of this Gates lower radiator hose?
Gates 22452 measures 38 mm (1.5 in) inside diameter at end 1 and 44 mm (1.74 in) at end 2. Its centerline length is 478 mm (18.8 in).
What is the Gates radiator coolant hose made of?
Gates 22452 has an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and a heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover.
Do I need new clamps with a replacement coolant hose?
Yes. Swap in new hose clamps whenever a fresh coolant hose is installed, rather than reusing the old ones.
Can this molded hose carry fuel or oil?
No. This hose is made for coolant and is not for fuel or oil transfer applications.
