Continental 52416 Radiator Coolant Hose

Flexible Radiator Coolant Hose for OE-Style Routing

Continental Flexible Part Number 52416 is a radiator coolant hose built for applications where a molded hose is not available. It uses a corrugated cover and wire insert to bend into the required shape while maintaining full flow and resisting collapse under vacuum.

This 1.500-inch inside diameter hose measures 17.060 inches in length and is made from BLACK VERSIGARD (EPDM). It meets SAE J20R5 D1 requirements and is a practical choice for radiator hose replacement on a wide range of classic and late-model vehicles, including BMW 318i, Ford Ranger, and Jeep Cherokee applications.

Key Features

• Continental Flexible radiator coolant hose, part number 52416
• Corrugated cover and wire insert for bendable routing
• Maintains full coolant flow while helping resist vacuum collapse
• 1.500 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 17.060 in. overall length
• BLACK VERSIGARD (EPDM) construction
• SAE J20R5 D1 specification

Product Details

The Continental Flexible line is made for coolant hose applications that need a formed shape without a molded hose profile. Instead of forcing a rigid route, this hose can be shaped during installation to match the original equipment path. That makes Continental 52416 a direct solution for radiator coolant hose replacement on vehicles such as the 1993-1999 BMW 318i upper hose, 1983-1988 Ford Ranger lower hose, and 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee lower hose.

This part cross-references Gates 25478 and Dayco 81171 for the same application.

What This Hose Helps Solve

• Cracked or leaking radiator coolant hose sections
• Hard-to-find molded hose applications
• Collapsed hose issues caused by vacuum conditions
• Incorrect hose routing when an OE-shaped hose is unavailable
• Cooling system service on older BMW, Ford, Jeep, and Toyota vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

• Measure the required routing before cutting or shaping the hose.
• Confirm inside diameter and length against the original hose path.
• Use the vehicle fitment notes to verify upper, lower, or engine-to-pipe placement.
• Check clamp condition and replace worn clamps during coolant service.
• After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Continental 52416 is built to SAE J20R5 D1 standards and uses EPDM material for coolant system service. The Flexible product line is intended for applications where a molded hose is not available, giving technicians a bendable replacement option for confirmed fitments across BMW 318i, Ford Ranger, Jeep Cherokee, and other listed vehicles.