Dayco 72876 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper or Upper - Tee-1 To Tee-2

Curved Upper Radiator Hose for VW and Audi

Dayco Curved Radiator Hose 72876 is a branched upper coolant hose built from EPDM and finished in black for a direct-fit cooling system replacement. It is engineered for vehicles that use a curved upper radiator hose layout, including select Audi TT, Audi A3, Volkswagen Eos, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Golf R applications.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant hose service
• Black finish for OE-style appearance
• Branched hose design for multi-port routing
• End 1 inside diameter: 1 1/4 in.
• End 2 inside diameter: 1 1/4 in.
• End 3 inside diameter: 13/16 in.
• Built to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC specifications
• Dayco part number 72876

Product Details

Dayco 72876 is a curved radiator coolant hose designed for upper cooling system routing where a branched hose layout is required. The EPDM rubber construction is suited for coolant exposure and temperature cycling, while the molded shape supports the factory-style path used on select turbocharged Volkswagen and Audi platforms. This hose is listed for 2006-2008 Audi A3, 2008-2009 Audi TT, 2007-2008 Volkswagen Eos, 2006-2008 Volkswagen GTI, 2006-2008 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf R upper hose applications. If you are replacing a worn upper radiator hose on an Audi A3 or Volkswagen GTI, Dayco 72876 provides the correct branched routing and connection sizes for the listed vehicles.

Common Cooling System Issues Addressed

• Cracked or hardened upper radiator hose material
• Coolant seepage at hose connections
• Collapsed or softened hose sections from heat and age
• Incorrect routing on branched upper hose assemblies
• Loss of proper coolant flow through the upper hose circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and upper hose routing before installation. Compare the hose end diameters and molded shape to the original part, especially on branched applications with multiple connection points. Inspect adjoining clamps, tees, and coolant necks for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose. After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure and check for leaks at operating temperature.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures this hose to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC standards for radiator coolant hose applications. Part number 72876 is built for the listed Audi and Volkswagen upper hose fitments, including Audi A3, Audi TT, Volkswagen Eos, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Golf R.