Dorman 47294 Radiator Coolant Hose Connector - Outlet

OE Fix Radiator Hose Connector

Dorman 47294 is a radiator coolant hose connector built for Ford cooling system repairs where the original plastic junction has become brittle or cracked. This OE FIX replacement uses upgraded aluminum construction and includes the hose pieces and clamps needed to reconnect the coolant lines cleanly on the vehicle.

• Aluminum connector replaces the original plastic coolant hose junction
• Includes straight-line connector for joining the new junction to existing hoses
• Supplied with replacement hose sections if the original hoses are damaged during removal
• Includes hose clamps for a complete repair setup
• 0.94 in. hose barb ends for secure hose attachment
• Specific fit for select Ford, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator applications
• Part number: 47294

Fitment and Application

Compatible with outlet-side cooling system repairs on select vehicles. Fits 2011-2020 Ford F-150, outlet; fits 2011-2014 Ford Expedition, outlet; fits 2011-2014 Lincoln Navigator, outlet. This Dorman 47294 connector is a direct-fit solution for common coolant hose junction failures on these applications.

This part cross-references Ford OE numbers BL1Z18472B and FL3Z18472C for the same application.

What This Part Helps Repair

• Cracked or brittle coolant hose junctions
• Coolant leaks at the outlet hose connection
• Damaged hose ends created during removal of the original connector
• Loose or deteriorated hose attachment points
• Cooling system service on Ford F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator models

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the existing hoses before installation and replace any section that shows swelling, cracking, or hardening. Use the included clamps to secure the hose barb connections and verify that the straight-line connector is seated correctly before refilling and bleeding the cooling system. Confirm outlet-side routing matches the original layout on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman engineered this OE FIX connector with aluminum instead of the original plastic design to improve durability in a high-heat coolant environment. The part is built as a specific-fit replacement for the listed Ford and Lincoln applications.