Gates 12097 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater Inlet

Gates Molded Heater Hose for Jeep Wrangler

The Gates 12097 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for tight engine compartments where a formed routing path matters. It is made from EPDM and is sized with 15 mm inside diameter ends and an 11.7 in. centerline length for the heater inlet application on select Jeep Wrangler models.

Key Features

• Factory-molded design for a precise hose route
• EPDM construction for coolant, water, and air service
• 15 mm inside diameter at both ends
• 11.7 in. centerline length
• Approved for marine applications
• OEM-style replacement for heater inlet routing

Product Details

Gates Molded Heater Hose line products are shaped to follow the original hose path in compact engine bays, helping maintain proper clearance around nearby components. Part number 12097 is a molded heater hose for the heater inlet on 2012-2018 Jeep Wrangler and 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK applications. This hose cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 13097) for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a cracked or heat-aged heater inlet hose
• Restoring coolant flow through the heater circuit
• Correcting leaks at a molded hose section
• Addressing hose collapse or softening from age
• Repairing a damaged hose in a tight engine compartment

Installation Notes

Verify hose routing, end diameter, and centerline length before installation. This molded hose is intended for the heater inlet position on the listed Jeep Wrangler applications, so match the original path and connection points during service. Inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and nearby coolant components for wear before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OEM-style replacement built from EPDM for coolant-system service. Part number 12097 is engineered for the listed Jeep Wrangler fitments and follows the molded profile needed for compact engine bay routing.