{"product_id":"gates-19684-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 19684 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater To Pipe-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 19684 Molded Heater Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 19684 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for tight engine compartments where a formed routing path is required. It is made from EPDM and measures 15.5 inches centerline length with 0.72-inch inside diameter ends for a precise fit in the heater circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1992-1994 Ford Tempo and 1992-1994 Mercury Topaz heater-to-pipe applications, this molded heater hose supports coolant, water, and air transfer. The Gates Molded Heater Hose line focuses on factory-shaped routing for vehicles that need a formed replacement rather than a universal straight hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates part number 19684 molded heater hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-style factory-molded shape for tighter engine bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.72-inch inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.5-inch centerline length for formed routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 19684 is a molded coolant hose designed to follow the original routing used in compact engine compartments. Its formed profile helps maintain proper hose alignment in heater-to-pipe service on the Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz, while the EPDM material is suited for coolant, water, and air applications. If you are replacing a worn or hardened heater hose on a 1992-1994 Ford Tempo or 1992-1994 Mercury Topaz, this molded replacement matches the application-specific shape needed for a clean installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 86063 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or brittle heater hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at a formed hose section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper routing from a collapsed or misshaped hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater flow caused by hose deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for heater-to-pipe connections on Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Confirm the vehicle application as 1992-1994 Ford Tempo or 1992-1994 Mercury Topaz, heater to pipe-1, and inspect adjoining pipes and clamps for wear before transferring the hose into service. Because this is a molded hose, align it to the original path rather than forcing a straight installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates is known for producing application-specific hose components that follow OE-style fitment requirements. The 19684 molded heater hose is built to the listed dimensions and formed shape for the confirmed vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307158888629,"sku":"BBSC-19684","price":25.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_19684_Fro.jpg?v=1775145834","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-19684-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}