{"product_id":"gates-18962-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18962 HVAC Heater Hose - Pipe-1 To Water Pump or Valve To Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 18962 Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 18962 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, it is formed to match factory-style bends and is suitable for coolant, water, and air service, with marine application approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a molded heater hose for a 1999-2001 Ford Explorer or 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, this Gates Molded Heater Hose line provides the correct small I.D. routing profile for the application. The 18962 part number is also listed for 1993-1995 Toyota T100 heater hose service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose line for factory-style hose routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for coolant, water, and air applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall inside diameter: 0.62 in. \/ 16 mm at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded shape with 12.1 in. centerline length \/ 307 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-style fit for tighter engine compartment layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18962 is a molded HVAC heater hose designed to follow the original hose path in compact engine bays. Its factory-molded shape helps maintain proper routing between the pipe and water pump on the Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications listed, while also serving the valve-to-engine routing on the Toyota T100. The EPDM material is selected for fluid-handling durability in coolant and heater circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Continental 64329 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn or leaking heater hose on a 1999-2001 Ford Explorer, 1999-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, or 1993-1995 Toyota T100, Gates 18962 is a direct molded hose option to match the original routing and dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage from a cracked or aged heater hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing in tight engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-related hose hardening or softening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater circuit flow caused by a collapsed hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for molded OEM-style hose routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify end inside diameter, centerline length, and molded shape against the original hose before installation. Confirm routing points for the listed positions: pipe-1 to water pump on the Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer, and valve to engine on the Toyota T100. Inspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and coolant condition before installing the new hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates molded heater hoses are built to OE-style dimensions and material standards for service in coolant and heater systems. The 18962 part number is supported by interchange references and application-specific fitment data for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307113832629,"sku":"BBSC-18962","price":26.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18962_Fro.jpg?v=1775145756","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18962-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}