{"product_id":"dorman-626-369-hvac-heater-hose-assembly-inlet","title":"Dorman 626-369 HVAC Heater Hose Assembly - Inlet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Heater Hose Assembly for Expedition and Navigator\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 626-369 is an HVAC heater hose assembly for the inlet side of select Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models. It replaces the original equipment hose assembly with an upgraded aluminum Y-connector to address a common failure point in the factory design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgraded aluminum Y-connector for improved durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranched molded hose assembly with three hose branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber hose construction with mesh reinforcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack and silver finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 in. inside diameter ends with molded assembly hose shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45-degree bend angle and 26 in. centerline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum working pressure: 75 psi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 626-369 HVAC heater hose assembly is built as an OE FIX replacement for vehicles that use a plastic Y-connector in the heater hose circuit. The aluminum connector is used to reduce the risk of the cracking and splitting that can occur in the original design. It is a direct-fit style replacement for the inlet position on 2018-2021 Ford Expedition and 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a Ford Expedition heater hose assembly, Lincoln Navigator heater hose inlet hose, or Dorman 626-369 replacement, this part provides a practical service solution for the heater hose routing used on these applications. This part cross-references JL1Z18472B for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a cracked or leaking heater hose assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring coolant flow through the HVAC heater circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing failure at the original plastic Y-connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing coolant seepage at branched hose connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing inlet-side heater hose routing on Expedition and Navigator models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the inlet position and hose routing before installation. Compare the original assembly to Dorman 626-369 to confirm connector orientation, branch layout, and end diameters. Inspect mating surfaces and hose clamps during service, and make sure the cooling system is properly refilled and bled after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers this OE FIX replacement to address a known weak point in the original heater hose assembly by using an aluminum Y-connector instead of plastic. It is built as a standard replacement part for the listed Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53005858013365,"sku":"BKKY-626-369","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_626369_TOP.jpg?v=1787382220","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-626-369-hvac-heater-hose-assembly-inlet","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}