Gates 12510 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater Inlet

Gates Molded Heater Hose for Nissan Rogue

The Gates Molded Heater Hose, part number 12510, is a factory-molded coolant hose built for tight engine bays and OE-style routing. It is made from EPDM and is approved for coolant, water, air, and marine applications.

Key Features

• Factory-molded shape for compact engine compartment routing
• EPDM construction for coolant and heater circuit service
• End 1 inside diameter: 0.7 in. (18 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 0.7 in. (18 mm)
• Centerline length: 16 in. (406 mm)
• Heater inlet hose application for select Nissan Rogue models

Product Details

This Gates molded heater hose is built to match the routing needs of smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments while maintaining an OEM-style form. Part number 12510 is listed for the heater inlet on 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue and 2017-2019 Nissan Rogue models made in the USA, plus 2020 Nissan Rogue applications. It is also cross-referenced to Carlson 13510 for the same application. The molded design helps maintain proper hose path and connection alignment in the heater circuit.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or aged heater hose material
• Coolant seepage at a worn hose section
• Improper hose routing in a tight engine bay
• Restricted heater inlet flow from a damaged hose
• Replacement needs during cooling system service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the heater inlet routing and match the hose shape to the original layout before installation. Confirm the 18 mm end diameters and 16 in. centerline length against the removed hose to ensure correct fitment on the Nissan Rogue. Inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and nearby cooling system components for wear before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OE-style replacement built for coolant system service. Part number 12510 follows the brand’s molded hose construction standards for fit and routing consistency.