{"product_id":"gates-18011-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18011 HVAC Heater Hose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 18011 Molded Heater Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 18011 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for tight engine compartments where a straight hose will not route correctly. Made from EPDM and factory-molded for a precise shape, it serves coolant, water, and air applications and is also approved for marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor vehicles such as the Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, and Suzuki Grand Vitara, this molded hose supports the heater and throttle body coolant routing found in many compact engine layouts. Gates Molded Heater Hose parts are built around fitment accuracy, and the 18011 follows that approach with a formed profile that matches the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose, part number 18011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for coolant and heater hose service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded shape for smaller, tighter engine bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-style routing for direct replacement applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for coolant, water, and air applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 15.6 in. (396 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd I.D.: 0.25 in. (6 mm) at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 18011 is a molded HVAC heater hose built to follow the original hose path in applications where space is limited and a formed hose is required. Its EPDM material is selected for fluid-handling service, while the molded design helps maintain the correct routing between components such as the throttle body, engine, thermostat, intake manifold, or heater circuit, depending on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part number is listed across a wide range of import and compact-platform applications, including Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, Mazda Miata, Suzuki XL-7, and Suzuki Grand Vitara. It is also cross-referenced to Baldwin 18011 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2004-2006 Suzuki XL-7, throttle body to engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, heater to engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, heater to engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2004 Suzuki Vitara, heater to engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2003 Mazda Protege, pipe-1 to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5, pipe-1 to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2002 Kia Spectra, pipe-4 to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2002 Mazda 626, water pump pipe to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998 Mazda 626, water pump pipe to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2002 Mazda 626, throttle body to thermostat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2002 Mazda 626, reservoir to intake manifold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2001 Kia Sephia, pipe-4 to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2000 Mazda 626, water pump to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2000 Mazda Protege, pipe to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2000 Mazda Protege, throttle body to thermostat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-1997 Mazda Miata, pipe-3 to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1996 Mitsubishi Montero, throttle body to engine; protective sleeve required, cut to fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1994 Mazda Miata, intake manifold to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994 Nissan Sentra, valve to pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1994 Toyota Tercel, pipe to throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1989-1990 Toyota Tercel, N\/A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1988-1989 Mazda 323, throttle body to pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened molded heater hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks at a formed hose routing point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose shape in a tight engine compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDegraded throttle body or heater circuit hose routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for radiator and HVAC coolant hose paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. This molded hose is listed for multiple positions, so match the vehicle, engine layout, and hose path exactly to the original application. On the 1994-1996 Mitsubishi Montero listing, a protective sleeve is required and the hose is cut to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect adjoining clamps, pipes, and fittings for wear before installing the new hose. Confirm that the hose follows the original bend pattern without twisting so coolant flow and clearance are maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates supplies molded coolant and heater hose products in OEM-style configurations for application-specific replacement. The 18011 is built from EPDM and formed to match the routing demands of compact engine compartments, with marine application approval noted by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303954309301,"sku":"BBSC-18011","price":22.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18011_Fro.jpg?v=1775145679","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18011-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}