{"product_id":"gates-18071-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18071 HVAC Heater Hose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 18071\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18071 is a molded HVAC heater hose built for tight engine bays where a factory-shaped coolant line is needed. It uses EPDM construction and an OEM-style molded profile to support coolant, water, and air routing in a range of vehicle applications, including marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded heater hose for a direct OE-style shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM material for coolant, water, and air service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall inside diameters: 16 mm at one end and 19 mm at the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 396 mm (15.6 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits tighter engine compartments where formed routing matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose line for HVAC and coolant hose replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis molded coolant hose is built around the Gates Molded Heater Hose product line, which focuses on formed replacement hoses for vehicles with compact routing paths. Part number 18071 follows the original hose shape to help maintain proper line routing in HVAC and cooling system service. It is a practical replacement for applications such as Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, Volkswagen Passat, and select Ford and Mercury heater hose routes where a molded hose is specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Bosch 18071 and Dayco 86099 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened heater hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks at a formed hose section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing in a confined engine compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for radiator and HVAC coolant hose service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService on vehicles requiring a molded heater hose shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify end sizes and centerline length before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the molded shape to the original hose routing for proper fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck adjacent clamps, pipes, and fittings for wear before reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the vehicle-specific fitment list to confirm the correct position, such as Pipe-5 To Pipe-4, Heater To Pipe-1, or Pipe To Thermostat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor fitment-based searches, this hose is listed for 1983-2001 applications across Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Audi, Volkswagen, and Toyota models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates is a recognized supplier of molded coolant and heater hose products for automotive and marine service. Part number 18071 is built as an OEM-style replacement hose for applications that require a formed EPDM hose profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303955914933,"sku":"BBSC-18071","price":25.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18071_Fro_792f77c5-7e61-459a-ac89-0c8c73a003aa.jpg?v=1775145683","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18071-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}