{"product_id":"gates-21532-radiator-coolant-hose","title":"Gates 21532 Radiator Coolant Hose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 21532 Molded Coolant Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 21532 is a molded radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and related cooling-system routes. Its EPDM and plastic construction is shaped for direct replacement use on select Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Kia, Volkswagen, Suzuki, Chevrolet, Mercury, and Pontiac applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered as a broad replacement range for radiator and HVAC coolant routing, helping simplify hose replacement on vehicles such as the Ford Taurus, Mazda 626, and Kia Sportage. Part number 21532 is formed to match the original hose path and connection geometry for the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose, part number 21532\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM and plastic construction for coolant-system service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded shape for direct routing on specified vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25 in. \/ 32 mm inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11.6 in. \/ 295 mm centerline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spring, no modular hose design, and no quick-connect fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiator and HVAC compatible coolant and heater hose applications where listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis molded radiator coolant hose is designed for vehicles that use a formed hose path between the radiator, engine, water pump, tee, or pipe connections. Gates 21532 supports fitments including 1996-1998 Ford Taurus lower water pump to pipe routing, 1993-1997 Mazda 626 lower tee to water pump routing, and 1995-2002 Kia Sportage upper hose routing. It also cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a Ford Taurus coolant hose, Mazda 626 radiator hose, or Kia Sportage upper hose replacement, this part number provides a molded OE-style solution that follows the original hose shape and connection size. Gates 21532 is also listed for select Volkswagen Beetle, Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Vitara, Toyota MR2, Mazda MX-6, Ford Probe, Mercury Sable, and Pontiac Fiero applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks from a cracked or aged molded hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening, swelling, or collapse in the original radiator hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose routing after a previous replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of coolant flow caused by damaged hose ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC or heater circuit hose failure on listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify end inside diameter, centerline length, and hose routing against the removed part before installation. Confirm the vehicle position listed for your application, such as upper, lower, or lower water pump to pipe routing, since Gates 21532 is application-specific. Inspect clamps, pipe ends, and adjacent cooling-system components for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for the listed fitments. The molded design and material selection are intended to match original routing and service requirements for radiator and heater coolant applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307245527221,"sku":"BBSC-21532","price":26.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_21532_Fro.jpg?v=1775145973","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-21532-radiator-coolant-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}