{"product_id":"gates-18069-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18069 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater Outlet or Heater To Pipe","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 18069\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 18069 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for tight engine compartments where a straight hose will not route correctly. It is formed to match factory-style bends and is suitable for coolant, water, and air service, with marine application approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded design for a precise OE-style route\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall inside diameters: 15 mm (0.61 in) and 19 mm (0.74 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 269 mm (10.6 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with heater outlet and heater-to-pipe routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose line for compact engine bay applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for vehicles with smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments, this molded heater hose follows the factory path to help maintain proper hose routing and connection alignment. The EPDM construction supports use in coolant, water, and air systems, and the molded shape helps match the original layout on applications such as the Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, Mercury Marauder, and Lincoln Town Car. Gates 18069 is a direct-fit style replacement for the specified heater hose routing and is also approved for marine applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Continental 64122 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or leaking heater hose sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper hose routing in tight engine bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-related hose deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of coolant flow through the heater circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues where a molded OE-style hose is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify end sizes and molded shape against the original hose before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and heater fittings for wear or corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the routing matches the vehicle’s heater outlet or heater-to-pipe layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for clearance around nearby components after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OE-style replacement in the Molded Heater Hose product line, with factory-formed dimensions intended to match the listed applications. Part number 18069 is built to support the specified fitment on 2003-2010 Lincoln Town Car, 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, 2004-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis, and 2004 Mercury Marauder heater hose routes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303955849397,"sku":"BBSC-18069","price":34.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18069_Fro.jpg?v=1775145682","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18069-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}