{"product_id":"gates-20476-radiator-coolant-hose","title":"Gates 20476 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower or Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 20476 Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 20476 molded coolant hose is an OE-style radiator hose replacement built for specific upper and lower cooling system applications. Made from EPDM and formed to a molded shape, it supports accurate routing on select vehicles including Suzuki Esteem, Pontiac Sunbird, and Buick Skyhawk applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for coolant-system durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded hose profile for factory-style fit and routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25 in. inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11.3 in. centerline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spring and no quick-connect fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits upper and lower coolant hose applications depending on vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose line is built around OEM-quality specifications for radiator hose replacement across upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant routing needs. Part number 20476 is a molded EPDM hose with a 1.25-inch inside diameter at each end and an 11.3-inch centerline length, making it a direct-style solution for vehicles that require a formed hose shape rather than a universal straight hose. This part cross-references Dayco 70817 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1999-2002 Suzuki Esteem, lower; Fits 1982-1986 Buick Skyhawk, upper; Fits 1982-1986 Oldsmobile Firenza, upper; Fits 1986 Pontiac Sunbird, upper; Fits 1984-1985 Pontiac J2000 Sunbird, upper; Fits 1982-1983 Pontiac J2000, upper; Fits 1966-1967 Pontiac Acadian, upper; Fits 1962-1964 Pontiac Acadian, upper; Fits 1965 GMC G1000 Series, upper. Gates 20476 is also listed for additional interchange references across related cooling-system applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened radiator hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks from a worn molded hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing caused by an incorrect straight hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on upper or lower coolant hose locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when the original hose requires a formed profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and hose position before ordering. This hose is not listed for vehicles equipped with AC on the Buick Skyhawk, Oldsmobile Firenza, Pontiac Sunbird, Pontiac J2000 Sunbird, and Pontiac J2000 upper-hose applications shown above. Confirm end diameter and centerline length against the original hose before installation, and inspect clamps, necks, and adjacent cooling components for wear or corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the cooling system. The molded EPDM construction and application-specific shape are intended to match the routing requirements of the listed vehicles, including select Suzuki Esteem, Pontiac, Buick, and GMC applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307191197877,"sku":"BBSC-20476","price":30.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_20476_Fro_d63dc9a4-6de9-40a0-b8db-0fb7d31debed.jpg?v=1775145882","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-20476-radiator-coolant-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}