{"product_id":"gates-19610-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 19610 HVAC Heater Hose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 19610 Molded Heater Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 19610 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for tight engine compartments where a straight hose will not route cleanly. Made from EPDM, it is formed to factory shape for reliable routing in coolant, water, and air applications, and it is also approved for marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor drivers searching for a molded heater hose for Ford Windstar, Ford Grand Marquis, or Volkswagen Passat applications, this part number 19610 provides the correct small I.D. fitment profile and molded layout for the listed heater connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose, part number 19610\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded, OE-style shape for compact engine bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.75 in. inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.6 in. centerline length for routed installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for coolant, water, air, and marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect fitment coverage for multiple Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volkswagen, and other applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Heater Hose 19610 is built as a small I.D. molded coolant hose for vehicles that require a pre-formed hose path around crowded components. The molded design helps maintain the correct routing between heater outlets, valves, pipes, tees, and intake manifold connections. This hose is listed for applications such as 2000 Ford Windstar heater to pipe, 1994 Ford Grand Marquis heater to valve, and 1990-1992 Volkswagen Corrado heater to pipe. It also cross-references Continental 63077 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a 19 mm inside diameter at both ends and a 396 mm centerline length, the Gates 19610 is sized for specific heater hose routing needs rather than universal trimming. It is a practical replacement for vehicles that need an OEM-style molded heater hose for Ford Windstar, Ford Grand Marquis, and Volkswagen Passat service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or leaking heater hose at a molded bend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsed hose routing in a tight engine compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant loss at heater pipe, valve, or tee connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater flow caused by aged EPDM hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper fit from a straight universal hose in a formed application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the heater hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the vehicle’s heater connection style, including heater to pipe, heater to valve, heater to tee, or heater to intake manifold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and fittings for corrosion or wear before installing the new hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the vehicle-specific notes, such as automatic temperature control or auxiliary heater requirements, for Ford Windstar and Grand Marquis applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the molded shape as supplied; do not force the hose into a different routing path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates is known for supplying OE-style fluid transfer components, and the 19610 molded heater hose follows that factory-molded approach for accurate routing and fit. Its EPDM construction and application-specific design support dependable heater hose replacement service across the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307155349685,"sku":"BBSC-19610","price":26.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_19610_Fro_4caf2a74-24f5-4aa6-9160-5cc864863006.jpg?v=1775145825","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-19610-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}