{"product_id":"dayco-87985-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Dayco 87985 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater To Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDayco Small I.D. Heater Hose 87985\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDayco 87985 is a Small I.D. Heater Hose built for heater-to-engine coolant routing in select Ford and Lincoln applications. It uses EPDM construction and a black finish, with 5\/8-inch inside diameter ends for a direct-fit style replacement in the HVAC hose system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM heater hose construction for coolant transfer service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5\/8-inch inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack hose with single I.D. hose design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt to SAE J20R3 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDayco Small I.D. Heater Hose line for heater circuit routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dayco heater hose is part of the Small I.D. Heater Hose product line, which focuses on smaller-diameter coolant hose applications used in heater circuits. Part number 87985 is specified for heater-to-engine routing and is listed for 2003-2006 Ford Expedition without auxiliary heater and 2006 Lincoln Navigator without auxiliary heater. If you are searching for a Ford Expedition heater hose or a Lincoln Navigator heater hose, 87985 matches the listed configuration and hose size requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hose measures 31\/32 inch outside diameter at both ends and does not include a heat shield or protective sleeve. Its EPDM material is commonly used in coolant hose service where flexibility and heat resistance are required. Dayco 87985 is also a useful search term when cross-checking heater hose replacement needs for the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Hose Addresses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or deteriorated heater hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at the heater-to-engine hose route\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater coolant flow from aged hose collapse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose diameter during heater hose replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a worn Ford Expedition or Lincoln Navigator heater hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is equipped without an auxiliary heater before ordering or installing Dayco 87985. Confirm the 5\/8-inch inside diameter and heater-to-engine routing against the removed hose before installation. Inspect adjoining coolant fittings and clamps for wear, and replace any damaged components before refilling the cooling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDayco 87985 is manufactured to SAE J20R3 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC standards for heater hose service. This part cross-references no listed interchange numbers in the provided data.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dayco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43391569133749,"sku":"BCWL-87985","price":42.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DY_87985_Fro.jpg?v=1774728802","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dayco-87985-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}