{"product_id":"gates-18849-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18849 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater Inlet, Valve To Engine or Valve-1 To Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 18849\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18849 is a factory-molded heater hose built for tight engine bays and OE-style routing. With a 16 mm (0.62 in) inside diameter at both ends and a 587 mm (23.1 in) centerline length, it supports coolant, water, and air transfer in HVAC and cooling system service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded shape for compact engine compartment routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 mm (0.62 in) inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23.1 in (587 mm) centerline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style molded replacement for HVAC heater hose service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates Molded Heater Hose line is built around factory-molded, OE-style fitment for vehicles with smaller, tighter engine compartments. Part number 18849 is formed to follow the original hose path and is specified for coolant, water, and air applications. It is a direct service option for HVAC heater hose replacement on applications such as the Mitsubishi Eclipse heater inlet, Mitsubishi Galant heater inlet, and Honda Accord or Honda Prelude valve-to-engine routing. This part cross-references Dayco 87688 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or heat-aged heater hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at a molded hose section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing in tight engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater circuit flow from a deteriorated hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for worn HVAC heater inlet hose routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify end diameters and centerline length before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the molded shape to the original hose routing on the vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect clamps, fittings, and adjoining pipes for wear before reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the hose path clears nearby components in compact engine bays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded coolant hose as an OE-style replacement built from EPDM material for HVAC and cooling system service. Part number 18849 is engineered for the listed vehicle applications, including Mitsubishi Eclipse and Mitsubishi Galant heater inlet service, as well as Honda Accord and Honda Prelude valve-to-engine routing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307098824885,"sku":"BBSC-18849","price":24.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18849_Fro.jpg?v=1775145744","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18849-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}