Dayco 71954 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Dayco 71954 Curved Radiator Hose Overview

Dayco 71954 is a curved radiator coolant hose built for lower cooling-system routing on select Dodge trucks and SUVs. It uses EPDM construction and a single I.D. hose design to match the original-style coolant path for 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota and 1998-1999 Dodge Durango applications.

The Dayco Curved Radiator Hose line is focused on application-specific hose shapes and dimensions for direct replacement use. This hose measures 1 23/32 in. inside diameter at both ends and follows the curved layout needed for lower radiator hose routing.

Key Features

• EPDM rubber construction for coolant-system service
• Black finish for a factory-style appearance
• Single I.D. hose design with matching 1 23/32 in. end diameters
• Curved lower radiator hose profile
• Built to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC specifications
• Dayco part number 71954 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Dayco 71954 is a radiator coolant hose engineered for lower hose applications where a curved shape is required to follow the vehicle’s cooling-system layout. The EPDM material is commonly used in coolant service because it is suited to heat, ozone, and fluid exposure found in radiator hose applications. This hose is a direct-fit style replacement for 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota, lower, and 1998-1999 Dodge Durango, lower. It cross-references Gates 22287 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a lower radiator hose for Dodge Dakota or a lower coolant hose for Dodge Durango, Dayco 71954 provides the correct curved configuration and matching end diameters. The part number 71954 is also useful when verifying replacement needs against service records or existing hose markings.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or aged lower radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at the hose body from wear or deterioration
• Improper hose routing caused by a damaged curved hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse in an old coolant hose
• Loss of cooling-system integrity on Dodge Dakota and Dodge Durango applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and lower hose routing before installation. Compare the hose shape and both end inside diameters to the removed part to verify Dayco 71954 is the correct replacement. Inspect hose clamps, radiator necks, and adjoining coolant pipes for corrosion or damage before reassembly, and refill the cooling system with the proper coolant mixture after installation.

Quality Assurance

This hose is manufactured to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC standards, supporting consistent material and performance requirements for radiator coolant hose service. Dayco 71954 is part of Dayco’s Curved Radiator Hose line, which focuses on application-specific hose geometry for replacement cooling-system service.