{"product_id":"gates-18399-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18399 HVAC Heater Hose - Thermostat To Pipe-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose for Honda Accord\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates Molded Heater Hose, part number 18399, is a factory-molded coolant hose built for tight engine bays and OE-style routing. It is made from EPDM and is specified for coolant, water, and air service, with marine application approval noted by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded, OE-style shape for compact engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant system service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 inside diameter: 7 mm (.29 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 2 inside diameter: 7 mm (.29 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 185 mm (7.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded hose design for thermostat-to-pipe routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 18399 is built for direct routing in smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments where a formed hose is needed to maintain the correct path and connection points. This molded heater hose is listed for 1998-2002 Honda Accord thermostat to pipe-1 applications, making it a fitment-specific choice for Honda Accord cooling system service. The Gates Molded Heater Hose line focuses on OE-style molded coolant hose construction for vehicles that require precise hose geometry rather than universal straight hose lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Davico Mfg 18399 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened heater hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at a formed hose section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose routing in a tight engine bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of heater circuit flow from a deteriorated hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a thermostat-to-pipe hose on Honda Accord models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose path, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Confirm the thermostat-to-pipe routing on the vehicle and inspect adjoining clamps, pipe ends, and sealing surfaces for wear or corrosion before reassembly. This hose is listed for 1998-2002 Honda Accord thermostat to pipe-1 applications, so match the original formed shape to the vehicle layout before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OE-style replacement using EPDM material and factory-molded dimensions for accurate fitment. Part number 18399 is built to the listed specifications for Honda Accord cooling system service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303965712565,"sku":"BBSC-18399","price":16.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18399_Top.jpg?v=1775145704","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18399-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}