Dayco 88482 HVAC Heater Hose

Dayco Small I.D. Heater Hose 88482

Dayco 88482 is a Small I.D. Heater Hose built for HVAC heater hose service where a 3/4-inch inside diameter is required. Made from EPDM and finished in black, it includes a heat shield for added thermal protection in demanding underhood routing.

This Dayco heater hose is part of the Small I.D. Heater Hose line, a product line focused on direct-fit heater hose applications that require compact routing and OE-style sizing. For buyers searching for a Ford Focus heater hose or a Toyota Camry heater hose replacement, 88482 provides the correct dimensions and construction details for the listed applications.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for heater hose service
• 3/4 in. inside diameter at both ends
• Single I.D. hose design
• Contains heat shield
• Black finish for a clean OE-style appearance
• Built to SAE J20R3 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC specifications

Application Details

Compatible With 2011 Ford Focus, Lower; 2010-2011 Ford Focus, Heater To Engine; 2009 Ford Focus, Heater To Engine (Lower); 2008 Ford Focus, Lower; 2008 Ford Focus, Heater To Engine; and 2010 Toyota Camry, Pipe To Thermostat. If you are replacing a Ford Focus heater hose or a Toyota Camry pipe-to-thermostat hose, Dayco 88482 matches the listed fitment and hose sizing.

This part cross-references Motorcraft KH484 and Gates 19883 for the same application.

What This Hose Helps Address

• Cracked or hardened heater hose material
• Coolant seepage at a worn hose section
• Heat-related hose deterioration near the engine
• Incorrect hose diameter during heater hose replacement
• Routing issues on listed Ford Focus and Toyota Camry applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 3/4-inch inside diameter and compare the hose routing to the original part before installation. Check end-to-end length, clamp condition, and the heat shield position so the hose follows the factory path without kinks or contact with hot components. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before service.

Quality Assurance

Dayco 88482 is manufactured to SAE J20R3 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC requirements, supporting consistent heater hose performance for the listed applications. The EPDM construction and integrated heat shield reflect the product’s focus on heat-exposed HVAC hose routing.